Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 245-78
Name of owner and agent of multiple dwelling to be posted
Operative Text
Every owner of a multiple dwelling shall post, in a conspicuous place in such dwelling, the name, address and telephone number of a local responsible person over 21 years old residing in or doing business in the municipality, who shall be responsible for the care and management of such dwelling when the owner lives or is out of the municipal limits. Except when it is necessary to replace this information, no person shall remove, mutilate, destroy or obliterate any such sign or the lettering thereon.
Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 § 245-78 requires that every multiple dwelling display, in a prominent location, the name, address, and telephone number of a local contact person who is over 21 years old and lives or does business within the municipality. This local responsible person serves as the point of contact for the care and management of the building when the owner is outside municipal limits. Once posted, the sign may not be removed, damaged, or defaced by anyone except to update the information with current details.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 § 245-78, compliant building owners ensure that a clearly visible notice is posted in a common or conspicuous area of the multiple dwelling listing a local contact person's full name, address, and phone number. That contact must be at least 21 years old and must reside or conduct business within Sleepy Hollow's municipal limits. Operators generally review this posting periodically to confirm the information remains accurate and legible, replacing it promptly whenever the designated contact changes.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 245-78 of Sleepy Hollow's Code of Ordinances gives residents of multiple dwellings the right to expect a clearly posted notice identifying a local responsible person—over 21 and based within the municipality—who can be reached for building care and management matters. If no such posting is visible, or if a sign appears to have been removed or defaced without being replaced, tenants may report the condition to the appropriate local code enforcement or housing authority in Sleepy Hollow. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local ordinances can help residents understand what options are generally available when a building is not in compliance with this provision.
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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