Walden, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 174 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 174-3
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A. The provisions of this chapter shall supersede local laws, ordinances, codes or regulations to the extent that such laws, ordinances, codes or regulations are inconsistent with the provisions of this chapter, provided nothing herein contained shall be construed to prevent the adoption and enforcement of a law, ordinance or regulation which is more restrictive or establishes a higher standard than those provided in this chapter, and such more restrictive requirement or higher standard shall govern during the period in which it is in effect. B. In a case where a provision of this chapter is found to be in conflict with a provision of a zoning, building, electrical, plumbing, fire, safety, health, water supply or sewage disposal law or ordinance, or regulation adopted pursuant thereto, or other local law, ordinance, code or regulation, the provision or requirement which is the more restrictive or which establishes the higher standard shall prevail.
Section 174-3 of Walden, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 174 establishes a hierarchy for resolving conflicts between this chapter and other local rules. Where another local law, ordinance, or regulation is less restrictive than this chapter, this chapter takes precedence. However, if a separate rule—whether a zoning, building, fire, health, or other code—is more restrictive or sets a higher standard, that stricter requirement governs instead.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 174-3, property owners and managers operating in Walden must identify which applicable rule is the most restrictive when this chapter overlaps with other local codes such as zoning, building, plumbing, or fire regulations. Compliant operators generally review all potentially applicable local requirements and apply whichever standard is highest. Keeping documentation of which code provision was applied—and why it was deemed the more restrictive—supports a clear compliance record.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 174-3 means that tenants in Walden may benefit from whichever local rule offers the greatest protection, since the stricter standard always governs when this chapter conflicts with another local code. If a housing condition appears to fall under both this chapter and another local ordinance such as a building or health code, the higher standard applies. Tenants who believe a property does not meet the applicable standard can contact local code enforcement, consult a tenant-rights organization, or raise the relevant provision as part of any formal complaint process.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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