Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 245-67
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This Part 3 shall not abolish or impair existing remedies of Sleepy Hollow relating to the removal or demolition of any buildings which are deemed to be dangerous, unsafe or unsanitary.
Section 245-67 of Sleepy Hollow's Code of Ordinances clarifies that the rules established in Part 3 do not eliminate or weaken any pre-existing legal tools the Village of Sleepy Hollow already has to address buildings found to be dangerous, unsafe, or unsanitary. In other words, Part 3 operates alongside—rather than replacing—those older enforcement mechanisms. Both sets of rules remain available and in force simultaneously.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 245-67, property owners in Sleepy Hollow should be aware that compliance with Part 3 does not shield a building from separate enforcement actions that existed before Part 3 was enacted. If a structure is found dangerous, unsafe, or unsanitary, the Village retains the authority to pursue removal or demolition through those independent remedies. Operators managing properties in Sleepy Hollow should understand that multiple overlapping regulatory frameworks may apply to the same building.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 245-67 means that tenants living in buildings that may be dangerous, unsafe, or unsanitary are not limited to remedies created by Part 3 alone—the Village of Sleepy Hollow retains additional, pre-existing enforcement powers that can compel removal or demolition of such structures. Tenants who believe their building poses a safety or health hazard may have multiple avenues available, including raising conditions as a defense in housing proceedings or filing a complaint with local code enforcement. Consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with Sleepy Hollow's local ordinances can help clarify which remedies may be relevant to a given situation.
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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