(1) The provisions of this part similar to the provisions of the former act of May 14, 1915 (P.L. 312, No. 192), entitled “An act providing a system of government for boroughs, and revising, amending, and consolidating the law relating to boroughs,” shall apply to boroughs incorporated under local laws in the same manner as similar provisions of the former act of May 4, 1927 (P.L. 519, No. 336), entitled “An act concerning boroughs, and revising, amending and consolidating the law relating to boroughs,” were extended to boroughs acting under local laws.

(2) If a provision of this part conflicts with a special or local law applicable to a borough that has not been surrendered, the provisions shall be construed so that effect may be given to both. If the conflict between the provisions is irreconcilable, the provision in the local or special law shall prevail.