Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 245-120
Accessory structures and appurtenances
Operative Text
A. Accessory structures and appurtenances, such as but not limited to swimming pools, water tanks, dividing or retaining walls, storage sheds, garden ornaments and monuments, located on outdoor premises shall be kept in good repair, free from health, accident and fire hazards and from insect, vermin and rodent harborage. B. Such structures and appurtenances shall be kept structurally sound and in good repair or removed from the premises. C. Effective insect-, vermin- and rodentproofing or extermination must be done where necessary. D. The exteriors of such structures and appurtenances shall be made weather-resistant through the use of decay-resistant materials or through the use of paint or other preservatives. E. The water supply used for the filling or cleaning of swimming pools shall be clean. The water supply shall be protected against potential pollution from all sources, including cross-connection and backflow. Drains shall be provided so that the pool can be safely and adequately drained. Drains shall be provided in floors surrounding the swimming pool and arranged so that water from such areas will drain without entering the pool. Filtering, sterilizing and auxiliary equipment, where required, shall be adequate to maintain the sanitary quality of water during each period the pool is in use. Equipment containing gases or disinfectants capable of giving off irritating, toxic or flammable fumes shall be located in ventilated rooms. The installation shall be arranged and maintained to prevent dirt, sand or other foreign matter from entering the bathing area. F. Water supply tanks shall be installed and maintained so as to be watertight, verminproof, rodentproof, resistant to corrosion and capable of withstanding the working pressures under normal operation. Supports for tanks shall be of noncombustible construction. Tanks and their supports shall not be used to support equipment or structures other than for tank use, except where specially designed for such other use. Means for emptying water supply tanks shall be provided and maintained in proper working condition. Potable water supply tanks for domestic supply and standpipe or automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed and maintained to furnish water in sufficient quantity and pressure for such systems. G. Privies shall not be constructed or continued in operation without the written consent of the Building Inspector. H. Outdoor antennas shall be firmly secured and maintained so as not to appear unsightly.
Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 § 245-120 establishes maintenance and safety standards for accessory structures and appurtenances located on outdoor premises — including items such as swimming pools, water tanks, storage sheds, retaining walls, and outdoor antennas. These structures must be kept structurally sound, free from pest harborage, weather-resistant, and in good repair, or they must be removed. Specific rules govern swimming pool water quality and drainage, water supply tank construction and support, and the prohibition on privies without written consent from the Building Inspector.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 § 245-120 generally maintain all accessory structures — pools, tanks, sheds, walls, antennas, and similar appurtenances — in structurally sound, pest-free, and weather-resistant condition at all times. Compliant operators ensure swimming pool water systems include proper filtration, drainage, and backflow protection, and that water supply tanks are watertight, corrosion-resistant, and adequately supported with noncombustible materials. Operators also secure written Building Inspector consent before constructing or continuing any privy, and keep outdoor antennas firmly secured and visually acceptable.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 § 245-120, tenants have an interest in knowing that outdoor accessory structures on their rental premises — such as swimming pools, storage sheds, and water tanks — must be kept safe, pest-free, and in good repair by those responsible for the property. If a structure appears hazardous, infested, or deteriorating, tenants may consider documenting the condition and raising the potential violation with local code enforcement or the Building Inspector's office. Tenant-rights organizations in Westchester County can help residents understand how this provision may relate to broader habitability concerns.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated November 9, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
Effective Timeline
References Out
No outbound references recorded yet for this provision.
References In
Rules and statutes that cite this regulation