Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 139 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 139-6
Sprinklers required
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Notwithstanding anything contained herein to the contrary, all rooming houses and boardinghouses located within the Village of Sleepy Hollow shall comply with the installation of a fire sprinkler system meeting the requirements of the standards of the National Fire Protection Association relating to installations in these occupancies on or before December 31, 2001. In order to obtain a temporary permit to operate, current owners shall provide to the Village of Sleepy Hollow a signed contract for the installation of the required fire protection system prior to obtaining said temporary permit.
Section 139-6 of Sleepy Hollow's Code of Ordinances requires every rooming house and boardinghouse in the Village of Sleepy Hollow to have a fire sprinkler system installed that meets National Fire Protection Association standards applicable to those occupancy types. The compliance deadline established by this provision was December 31, 2001. Owners who needed additional time before full installation could obtain a temporary operating permit, but only after submitting a signed contract for the required sprinkler work to the Village.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 139-6, operators of rooming houses and boardinghouses in Sleepy Hollow are expected to have a compliant NFPA-standard fire sprinkler system fully installed and operational. Compliant operators maintain documentation showing the system meets the relevant NFPA occupancy standards and keep records of any permits obtained from the Village. Those who pursued the temporary permit pathway under § 139-6 would have needed a signed installation contract on file with the Village before that permit was issued.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 139-6 establishes that rooming houses and boardinghouses in Sleepy Hollow are required to have NFPA-compliant fire sprinkler systems, a protection that directly affects the safety of residents living in those occupancies. Tenants who have concerns about whether their building meets this fire safety requirement may contact the Village of Sleepy Hollow directly to inquire about the property's permit and inspection status. Tenant-rights organizations or a housing attorney can help residents understand what options may be available if a building appears to be out of compliance with § 139-6.
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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