Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 245-144
Noxious fumes
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A. No person shall cause, or allow to be caused by persons under his control, any noxious fumes. B. Exhaust openings for clothes dryers, heating units, cooking units, kitchen exhausts and other appurtenances that can create a nuisance shall be so located that the exhaust air discharging into the atmosphere will not create a nuisance.
Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 § 245-144 prohibits any person from generating or permitting noxious fumes, whether directly or through others under their supervision. It also requires that exhaust openings for dryers, heating units, cooking appliances, kitchen vents, and similar equipment be positioned so that the air they discharge outdoors does not create a nuisance for neighboring occupants or the surrounding area. The rule applies broadly to anyone who controls a property or the people on it.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 245-144, property owners and managers are generally expected to ensure that no noxious fumes originate from or are permitted on their properties. Compliant operators typically review the placement of exhaust outlets for dryers, furnaces, cooking equipment, and kitchen ventilation systems to confirm that discharged air does not affect neighboring units or common areas in a way that constitutes a nuisance. Routine inspections of exhaust equipment locations and prompt response to tenant or neighbor complaints about fumes are practices commonly associated with compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 245-144 gives occupants a basis to raise concerns when noxious fumes or poorly positioned exhaust vents are creating a nuisance in or around their home. Tenants who experience such conditions may document the issue and report it to the appropriate Sleepy Hollow code enforcement or housing authority, which can investigate potential violations. Consulting a local tenant-rights organization can help clarify what remedies or complaint processes may be available under this provision.
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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