Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 245-109
Compliance with firesafety regulations
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Occupants shall comply with firesafety regulations, shall not obstruct a safe, continuous means of egress and shall store flammable matter only as permitted by the Fire Department.
Section 245-109 of Sleepy Hollow's Code of Ordinances places fire safety obligations on building occupants, requiring them to follow applicable fire safety regulations, keep exit pathways clear and unobstructed at all times, and store flammable materials only in ways the Fire Department permits. The rule is designed to protect everyone in a building by ensuring that escape routes remain usable and that hazardous materials are handled safely. It applies to occupants broadly, meaning anyone residing in or using a space covered by Chapter 245.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 245-109, compliant property operators generally conduct regular inspections of common areas, hallways, and stairwells to confirm that egress paths remain free of obstructions such as stored furniture, boxes, or debris. They also communicate fire safety rules to tenants at move-in and periodically thereafter, and they verify that any flammable materials stored on the premises are kept in accordance with Fire Department guidelines. Documenting these inspections and communications is a practice commonly associated with ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 245-109 establishes that occupants—not just landlords—bear direct responsibility for keeping exit routes clear and following fire safety rules, including proper storage of flammable materials as the Fire Department allows. If a tenant believes another occupant or a building condition is creating a fire safety hazard in violation of this provision, general enforcement paths include reporting the concern to the local Fire Department or the municipal code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Sleepy Hollow's housing code can help explain how this provision interacts with other occupant and landlord obligations.
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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