Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 245-117
Insects, vermin and rodents
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A. Outdoor premises shall be kept free from sources of insect, vermin and rodent harborage. Where such sources exist, they shall be eliminated. B. Materials, such as boxes, newspapers, lumber, scrap metal and other such materials, that are stored outside the structure shall be neatly stacked and elevated so that there will be an opening of at least 18 inches between the material and the ground level, to prevent the creation of a rat harborage area. Stacking or piling of such materials against the building shall be prohibited. C. Garbage and rubbish containers shall be insect-, vermin- and rodentproof. D. Vacant lots shall be kept free of rubbish, brush or any other conditions that may serve as places of rat harborage.
Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 § 245-117 establishes that outdoor areas, vacant lots, and storage practices must not create conditions that attract or shelter insects, vermin, or rodents. Materials stored outside must be neatly stacked and raised at least 18 inches off the ground, and nothing may be piled against a building. Garbage and rubbish containers must be pest-proof, and vacant lots must be kept clear of rubbish and brush that could serve as harborage.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 245-117, compliant property operators routinely inspect outdoor premises and vacant lots for conditions that could harbor pests, removing brush, rubbish, and debris as needed. Stored materials such as lumber, scrap metal, and boxes are kept neatly stacked and elevated a minimum of 18 inches above ground, with no materials leaning against the building. Garbage and rubbish containers used on the property are maintained in a pest-proof condition to satisfy the ordinance's requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 245-117 gives tenants a basis to raise concerns when outdoor areas, storage conditions, or garbage containers on their property are not maintained in a pest-free manner. If conditions such as improperly stored materials, unsecured rubbish containers, or debris-filled lots are contributing to a pest problem, tenants may document those conditions and report them to the appropriate Sleepy Hollow code enforcement authority. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local housing codes can help residents understand the general options available for addressing violations of provisions like § 245-117.
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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