Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 245-129
Protection from adverse environmental conditions
Operative Text
Every residential building shall be protected from adverse environmental conditions as follows: A. Watertight and weatherproof. Exterior walls, roofs and all openings around doors, windows, skylights, hatchways, chimneys and all other parts of the structure shall be maintained so as to keep water from entering the structure and to prevent undue heat loss. Damaged materials shall be repaired or replaced. B. Dry rot and rust-resistance. All parts of the structure that show evidence of dry rot or other deterioration shall be replaced and refinished. C. All exterior wood surfaces that are not of a species inherently resistant to decay shall be treated periodically with a protective coating or other preservative to prevent structural decay. D. Metal surfaces that show evidence of excessive rusting shall be refinished, replaced if necessary or removed.
Sleepy Hollow Code ch. 245 § 245-129 establishes baseline standards for protecting residential buildings from environmental deterioration. Exterior walls, roofs, openings, and structural components must be kept watertight and weatherproof to prevent water intrusion and excessive heat loss. The rule also requires that signs of dry rot, general deterioration, or excessive rust be addressed through repair, replacement, or refinishing, and that non-decay-resistant wood surfaces receive periodic protective treatment.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of residential properties in Sleepy Hollow should maintain a routine inspection schedule to identify and remediate conditions covered under ch. 245 § 245-129 before they worsen. Compliant building managers typically repair or replace damaged exterior materials promptly, apply protective coatings to susceptible wood surfaces on a regular cycle, and refinish or replace metal components showing significant rust. Keeping dated maintenance records and invoices can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with the weatherproofing and structural-integrity requirements of this section.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Sleepy Hollow Code ch. 245 § 245-129, tenants have an interest in residential buildings being kept watertight, free of structural rot, and protected from rust-related deterioration. If a tenant observes conditions such as water intrusion, visibly rotting wood, or severely rusted metal components, they may document those conditions and report them to the appropriate local code-enforcement or housing authority. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand available options, including how such conditions might be raised in housing proceedings or complaints.
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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