New York § 161 - 161Application of article five-A
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 161 — 161Application of article five-A, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 161. 161Application of article five-A
§ 161. Application of article five-A. The provisions of this article shall apply to garden-type maisonette dwelling projects erected under plans filed with the department on or after April eighteenth, nineteen hundred fifty-four. They shall apply to all such dwellings unless their application is expressly limited to dwellings of a particular class. They shall apply in addition to, and not in substitution for, the provisions of article three. Such dwellings need not comply with the provisions of sections twenty-eight, thirty-five, thirty-six, fifty, fifty-four, and sixty-five, or with articles four, five, six or seven of this chapter, but such dwellings shall comply with all of the provisions of the building code applicable to residential buildings of this type and kind. A garden-type maisonette dwelling project, which is erected in accordance with the applicable provisions of this chapter for fireproof or non-fireproof dwellings other than the provisions of this article five-A, shall not be required to comply with the provisions of this article.
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 161
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 161 cover?
Section 161 ("161Application of article five-A") is part of the New York Consolidated Laws, the codified statutory law of New York. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New York § 161?
A common citation format is "New York Consolidated Laws § 161" (New York). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New York law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New York official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New York attorney.
How does New York § 161 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New York can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in New York.