Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 245-2
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The purpose of Parts 1 and 2 of this chapter is to provide basic and uniform standards, in terms of performance objectives implemented by specific requirements, governing the condition, occupancy and maintenance of residential premises, and to establish reasonable safeguards for the safety, health and welfare of the occupants and users thereof.
Section 245-2 of Sleepy Hollow's Code of Ordinances establishes the overarching purpose of the village's residential maintenance and occupancy rules. The chapter is designed to set consistent, performance-based standards for the condition and upkeep of residential properties, with the goal of protecting the safety, health, and welfare of those who live in or use those spaces. It frames the specific requirements found throughout Parts 1 and 2 as tools for achieving those broader protective objectives.
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Under § 245-2, the standards set out in Chapter 245 are framed around performance objectives, meaning that compliance is measured by whether residential premises actually meet defined conditions—not merely by good intentions. Property owners and managers operating in Sleepy Hollow generally maintain their buildings in a way that satisfies the safety, health, and welfare benchmarks that Parts 1 and 2 of this chapter are designed to achieve. Familiarity with the specific requirements throughout Chapter 245 helps operators understand how those performance objectives are implemented in practice.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 245-2 signals that Chapter 245 exists specifically to protect the safety, health, and welfare of residential occupants in Sleepy Hollow. Tenants can point to this stated purpose when raising concerns about substandard conditions, as it establishes that the chapter's requirements are meant to benefit the people living in covered premises. Those who believe their housing falls short of the standards described in Parts 1 and 2 may consider contacting the village's code enforcement office or a local tenant-rights organization to learn about available options.
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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