Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 245-170
Interior finishes, trim and decoration materials
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Interior finish materials for acoustical correction, surface insulation and decorative treatment on the surfaces of walls and ceilings and interior trim shall be of materials that will not, in burning, give off excessive amounts of smoke or objectionable gases.
Section 245-170 of Sleepy Hollow's Code of Ordinances establishes a fire-safety standard for interior finish materials used on walls and ceilings, including acoustical, insulating, and decorative treatments as well as interior trim. The rule focuses on combustion behavior: materials must not produce excessive smoke or harmful gases when they burn. This standard applies broadly to covered interior surfaces regardless of the building's use or occupancy type.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Section 245-170, compliant property operators select and install interior finish materials—such as acoustic panels, surface insulation, decorative wall and ceiling treatments, and trim—that meet the smoke and gas emission limits the provision describes. Maintaining documentation of product specifications, fire-rating certifications, or material data sheets helps demonstrate that installed materials satisfy this standard. Operators generally verify compliance at the time of installation and when renovating or replacing any covered interior surface.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 245-170 sets a baseline safety requirement for the interior finish materials in your home, meaning the walls, ceilings, and trim should not be covered with materials that produce dangerous smoke or gases when burning. If you have concerns that materials in your unit may not meet this standard—for example, after a renovation—you may consider contacting the Sleepy Hollow building or code enforcement office to request an inspection. Tenant-rights organizations in Westchester County can also help you understand what documentation or remedies may be available under local code.
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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