Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 245-167
Fire protection systems
Operative Text
A. All firesafety systems and equipment shall be maintained in proper operating condition at all times. B. Every multiple dwelling built before September 1, 1976, shall be equipped with smoke detectors approved by the Fire Department of the Village of Sleepy Hollow. C. Every multiple dwelling built after September 1, 1976, shall be equipped with heat and smoke detectors approved by the Fire Department of the Village of Sleepy Hollow. D. Every one- and two-family house built after September 1, 1976, shall be equipped with smoke detectors approved by the Fire Department of Sleepy Hollow. E. In multiple dwellings, smoke detectors shall be placed one in each dwelling unit, one in the boiler room, one in each mechanical equipment room and one at the top of each shaftway. F. Fire alarm and detecting systems shall be maintained and be suitable for their respective purposes. G. Fire suppression systems shall be maintained in good condition, free from mechanical injury. Sprinkler heads shall be maintained clean, free of corrosion and paint and not bent or damaged. H. In standpipe systems, hose stations shall be identified and accessible. The hose shall be in proper position, ready for operation, dry and free of deterioration. I. All portable fire extinguishers shall be visible and accessible and maintained in an efficient and safe operating condition.
Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 § 245-167 establishes comprehensive fire protection requirements for residential buildings in the village. The rule requires that all fire safety systems—including smoke and heat detectors, fire alarms, sprinkler systems, standpipes, and portable extinguishers—be kept in working order at all times. Detector requirements vary by building type and construction date: older multi-family buildings need smoke detectors, while newer ones require both heat and smoke detectors, and one- and two-family homes built after September 1, 1976 must also have smoke detectors. Placement of detectors in multi-family buildings is specifically prescribed to cover individual units, boiler rooms, mechanical equipment rooms, and shaftways.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of residential properties in Sleepy Hollow are generally expected to ensure that all fire safety equipment required under ch. 245 § 245-167 is installed, properly positioned, and continuously maintained. Compliant operators typically verify that detectors are of a type approved by the Sleepy Hollow Fire Department, confirm placement meets the location requirements for multi-family buildings, and keep sprinkler heads clean, uncorroded, and undamaged. Standpipe hose stations should remain clearly identified, accessible, and ready for use, and portable fire extinguishers should be visible, accessible, and in safe operating condition at all times.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in Sleepy Hollow residential buildings have an interest in knowing that ch. 245 § 245-167 requires landlords to maintain functioning fire safety systems throughout the building, including properly placed and approved smoke or heat detectors in each dwelling unit. If a tenant observes missing, damaged, or non-functional fire safety equipment—such as a missing smoke detector, a painted-over sprinkler head, or an inaccessible fire extinguisher—this may represent a code violation that can be reported to the Village of Sleepy Hollow's code enforcement or fire department. Tenants may also consider consulting a local tenant-rights organization to understand how such violations could be raised in housing proceedings or other enforcement contexts.
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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