In their interpretation and application, the provisions of this chapter shall be held to be minimum requirements adopted for the promotion of the public health, morals, safety, and general welfare.

This chapter shall not interfere with, abrogate, annul, or repeal any ordinance or any rule, regulation, or permit previously or hereafter enacted, adopted, or issued pursuant to law, provided that, unless specifically excepted, where this chapter imposes greater restrictions, its provisions shall control.

In accordance with the procedure set forth in § 264 of the Town Law, this chapter shall take effect 10 days after publication or upon personal service of a certified copy thereof.