Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 245-100
Structure
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Owners shall maintain in good condition and repair, or replace when necessary, floors, walls, ceilings, windows, doors and all other structural components of a structure used for human habitation or abate any structural condition that might be detrimental to the health, safety and well-being of the occupants or that might damage the structure itself.
Sleepy Hollow Code ch. 245 § 245-100 establishes that residential structures must be kept in good condition, with all structural components—including floors, walls, ceilings, windows, and doors—properly maintained or replaced as needed. The rule also requires that any structural condition posing a risk to occupant health, safety, or well-being, or that could damage the building itself, must be corrected. This provision applies broadly to any structure used for human habitation within the jurisdiction.
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Under Sleepy Hollow Code ch. 245 § 245-100, property owners and managers are generally expected to conduct regular inspections of structural components such as floors, walls, ceilings, windows, and doors, and to address deterioration or damage promptly through repair or replacement. Compliant operators also take steps to identify and abate conditions that could threaten occupant health or safety, or cause further structural damage, before those conditions worsen. Keeping documentation of maintenance activities and repairs is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate ongoing compliance with this standard.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Sleepy Hollow Code ch. 245 § 245-100 gives occupants of residential structures a basis to expect that their landlord will maintain structural components—such as floors, walls, ceilings, windows, and doors—in good repair and will address conditions that could harm their health or safety. Tenants who observe deteriorating structural conditions may consider documenting the issues in writing and notifying their landlord formally, which creates a record of the concern. General enforcement paths can include contacting the local code enforcement or building department, raising the violation as a defense in relevant legal proceedings, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for guidance on 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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