Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 245-93
Structures imposing serious and immediate risks
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Certain structures impose a serious and immediate risk to public health, safety and welfare. Such structures are of such age and condition or have such a history of violations of minimum housing standards that they may contain harmful or potentially harmful conditions which threaten the health, safety and welfare of the occupants or the public. It is therefore in the public interest to authorize the use of special code enforcement remedies in these cases.
Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 § 245-93 establishes a category of residential structures deemed to pose serious and immediate risks to public health, safety, and welfare. These are buildings whose age, physical condition, or documented history of housing-code violations suggests the presence of harmful or potentially harmful conditions for occupants or the broader public. The provision serves as the legal foundation authorizing local authorities to apply special, enhanced code-enforcement tools to such properties.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 245 § 245-93, property owners whose buildings fall into the 'serious and immediate risk' category may become subject to heightened enforcement measures beyond standard code procedures. Operators who proactively maintain their properties, promptly remediate violations, and keep accurate maintenance records are generally better positioned to avoid the conditions that trigger this classification. Staying current with all minimum housing standards is the hallmark of compliant management under this framework.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 245-93 of Sleepy Hollow's Code of Ordinances recognizes that some buildings carry a history of violations or physical deterioration serious enough to warrant special enforcement attention. Tenants who believe their building poses serious health or safety risks may report conditions to the local code enforcement office, which has authority to deploy enhanced remedies under this provision. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Sleepy Hollow's housing code can help residents understand what options may be available when a building is flagged under this classification.
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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