West Seneca, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 80 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 80-5
Applicability; prevalence of higher standards
Operative Text
A. Existing parks. This chapter shall not apply to trailer parks in existence at the time of enactment hereof except as specifically noted. Preexisting mobile home or trailer parks shall, within one hundred eighty (180) days of the effective date of this chapter, file a plat plan with the Town Clerk showing existing sites and facilities. Any future expansion beyond that in existence at the time of enactment of this chapter shall meet the requirements hereof. B. Previous laws. 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 hereof; provided, however, that nothing herein shall be construed to prevent the adoption and enforcement of a law, ordinance or regulation which is more restrictive or which establishes a higher standard for mobile home parks 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. C. Conflict with other laws. 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 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 more restrictive or which establishes a higher standard shall prevail.
West Seneca, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 80 § 80-5 establishes how the mobile home and trailer park chapter interacts with existing parks and other laws. Trailer parks that existed before the chapter's enactment are largely exempt from its requirements, but must file a plat plan with the Town Clerk within 180 days showing their existing sites and facilities; any future expansion must comply with the chapter in full. When this chapter conflicts with other local laws or regulations—such as zoning, building, or fire safety codes—whichever standard is more restrictive governs, and no provision of this chapter prevents a more stringent local rule from being adopted or enforced.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of mobile home or trailer parks in West Seneca should be aware that under ch. 80 § 80-5, parks predating the chapter's enactment had a 180-day window to file a plat plan with the Town Clerk documenting existing sites and facilities. Any expansion of a preexisting park beyond its footprint at the time of enactment must meet the full requirements of the chapter. Compliant operators also track applicable zoning, building, plumbing, electrical, fire safety, and sewage disposal regulations, since § 80-5 requires that the more restrictive standard always prevails when conflicts arise.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents of mobile home or trailer parks in West Seneca can look to ch. 80 § 80-5 to understand which rules govern their park. Even if a park predates the chapter, any expansion of that park must meet current chapter standards, and the more restrictive of any conflicting local regulations—whether zoning, building, fire safety, or others—applies to the park's operation. Tenants who believe a park is not meeting the applicable standards may consider contacting the West Seneca Town Clerk's office or a local tenant-rights organization to understand what plat plan records are on file and what enforcement options may be available.
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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