Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 245-178
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A. No dwelling unit shall have such room arrangement that the only access to a water closet or bathroom, to any habitable space, to any hall or exterior shall be through a water closet or bathroom or through the sleeping room or dwelling unit of another occupant. B. No habitable room and no water closet or bathroom contained in a dwelling unit shall open directly into or be used in conjunction with any space used for public purposes.
Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 § 245-178 establishes rules about how rooms within a dwelling unit must be arranged and accessed. Under this provision, no one should have to pass through a bathroom, water closet, or another occupant's sleeping room or unit to reach any habitable space, hallway, or exterior exit. Additionally, habitable rooms and bathrooms within a dwelling unit may not open directly into, or be used in connection with, spaces that serve public purposes.
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Property owners and managers operating under ch. 245 § 245-178 generally ensure that floor plans and room layouts provide independent access to all habitable spaces, hallways, and exterior exits without routing occupants through bathrooms or another tenant's private quarters. Compliant operators also verify that no habitable room or bathroom within a dwelling unit has a direct opening into any publicly used space. Reviewing building layouts during leasing, renovation, or unit conversion is a common practice for staying aligned with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 245-178 of the Sleepy Hollow Code of Ordinances gives occupants the right to a dwelling unit where access to living spaces, hallways, and exits does not require passing through a bathroom or another occupant's private room. Tenants who believe their unit's layout violates this arrangement standard may document the conditions and report concerns to the appropriate local housing or code enforcement authority in Sleepy Hollow. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand what options are generally available when a unit's room arrangement may not meet code requirements.
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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