Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 245-122
Animals and pets
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A. Domestic animals and pets shall not be kept on any outdoor or interior premises in such a manner as to create insanitary conditions or constitute a nuisance. B. Insanitary conditions, inappropriate types of domestic animals or pets and excessive numbers of the same constitute conditions that may be considered a nuisance under this section. C. Domestic animals and pets shall be maintained in accordance with applicable regulations of the Village.
Section 245-122 of Sleepy Hollow's Code of Ordinances establishes that domestic animals and pets must be kept in ways that do not create unsanitary conditions or constitute a nuisance, whether indoors or outdoors. The rule identifies three specific triggers for a potential nuisance finding: unsanitary conditions, inappropriate types of animals, and excessive numbers of animals. All pet keeping must also comply with any other applicable Village regulations.
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Under § 245-122, property owners and managers generally ensure that tenants' animals are not kept in ways that create unsanitary conditions or rise to the level of a nuisance on the premises. Compliant operators typically include clear pet policies in lease agreements that reference the Village's standards, and they monitor conditions during routine inspections to address issues such as waste accumulation, inappropriate animal types, or excessive numbers of pets. Documenting any observed violations and communicating with tenants in writing are practices commonly associated with maintaining compliance under this section.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 245-122 gives residents the right to keep domestic animals and pets as long as conditions remain sanitary, the type of animal is appropriate, and the number of animals does not rise to a nuisance level under Village standards. Tenants who believe a neighbor's animals are creating unsanitary or nuisance conditions may have grounds to raise a concern with Village code enforcement. Those facing a nuisance allegation related to their own pets under this section may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid resource familiar with Sleepy Hollow's local ordinances.
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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