Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 245-116
Junk; attractive nuisances
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A. Junk, including but not limited to discarded furniture, appliances and equipment, shall be disposed of in accordance with the regulations of Sleepy Hollow. B. Any attractive nuisance that may prove detrimental to children, whether in the building, on the premises or upon a vacant lot, shall be eliminated; such nuisances include, but are not limited to, abandoned refrigerators, motor vehicles and wells.
Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 § 245-116 establishes two related requirements for properties within the village. First, junk—such as discarded furniture, appliances, and equipment—must be disposed of following Sleepy Hollow's applicable disposal regulations. Second, any condition on a property that could attract and endanger children, including abandoned refrigerators, motor vehicles, or wells, must be eliminated regardless of whether it is inside a building, on the premises, or on a vacant lot.
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Under ch. 245 § 245-116, compliant property operators generally ensure that discarded furniture, appliances, equipment, and similar junk are removed through disposal methods that conform to Sleepy Hollow's local regulations. They also routinely inspect their properties—including any vacant lots they own—for conditions that could attract and harm children, such as abandoned refrigerators, motor vehicles, or open wells, and take steps to eliminate those hazards promptly. Maintaining records of disposal and remediation activities can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 245-116 of the Sleepy Hollow Code of Ordinances gives tenants a basis to raise concerns when junk accumulates on a property or when dangerous attractive nuisances—like abandoned appliances or vehicles—are present on the premises. Tenants who observe such conditions may consider documenting them with photographs and dates, and can explore reporting the issue to the appropriate Sleepy Hollow code enforcement or housing authority. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local ordinances can help residents understand what options may be available to them under 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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