Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 245-71
Reference to standards
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The words "approved," "adequate," "properly installed" and "properly connected" shall refer to those standards in the Multiple Residence Law , local building code and any other enactment of law applicable to a building or under inspection by the Department and all rules and regulations adopted pursuant to this Part 3 . Words not specifically defined in this Part 3 shall have the common definition set forth in a standard dictionary.
Section 245-71 of Sleepy Hollow's Code of Ordinances establishes how certain evaluative terms used throughout Part 3 are to be interpreted. Words like "approved," "adequate," "properly installed," and "properly connected" are measured against the standards found in the Multiple Residence Law, the local building code, and any other applicable laws or regulations. Terms that Part 3 does not explicitly define are given their ordinary dictionary meanings, ensuring a consistent interpretive baseline across the code.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 245-71, property owners and managers should understand that compliance determinations hinge on the standards set by the Multiple Residence Law, the local building code, and related regulations—not on informal or self-defined interpretations of terms like "adequate" or "properly installed." Operators who maintain documentation showing that installations and connections meet those referenced standards are generally better positioned during Department inspections. Staying current with updates to the applicable laws and regulations referenced in § 245-71 is a routine part of responsible property management in Sleepy Hollow.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 245-71 matters to tenants because it defines the yardstick used to evaluate whether conditions in a rental unit meet legal standards. When a tenant believes something in their unit is not "properly installed" or "adequate," the relevant benchmark is the Multiple Residence Law and Sleepy Hollow's local building code as incorporated by § 245-71. Tenants who believe conditions fall short of those standards may consider documenting the issues, contacting the Department responsible for inspections, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand 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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