Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 245-123
Open fires
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Open fires shall not be permitted, unless authorized and approved pursuant to Sleepy Hollow law and in conformity with New York State air pollution control regulations.
Section 245-123 of Sleepy Hollow's Code of Ordinances prohibits open fires on properties within the village unless two conditions are met: the fire must be authorized and approved under applicable Sleepy Hollow law, and it must comply with New York State air pollution control regulations. The rule applies broadly and does not carve out exceptions for recreational or residential use without that dual authorization.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Section 245-123, compliant property operators in Sleepy Hollow ensure that no open fires occur on their properties without first securing the required local authorization and confirming that any permitted fire meets New York State air pollution control standards. Landlords managing multi-unit or mixed-use properties generally document any approvals obtained and communicate open-fire restrictions clearly to tenants and contractors. Maintaining written records of compliance with both the local approval process and state air quality requirements is a practice consistent with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 245-123 means that tenants in Sleepy Hollow do not have an automatic right to conduct open fires on rented property — doing so without proper local authorization and state air pollution compliance could constitute a violation of village code. If a tenant believes a landlord or another party is conducting unauthorized open fires that affect their health, safety, or enjoyment of the property, they may consider contacting Sleepy Hollow's local code enforcement office to report the activity. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local ordinances can help explain what options may be available 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.
Generated November 9, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
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