Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 245-24
Prevention of fire spread
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A. Walls and ceilings shall be maintained free from cracks and openings which would permit flame or excessive heat to enter the concealed space. B. In buildings of mixed occupancy, nonresidential space shall be separated from residential space by approved fire separations which will retard the spread of fire. C. Garages in or attached to a residential building shall be separated from other spaces in the building by approved fire separations which will retard the spread of fire and prevent flammable or toxic vapors originating within the garage from being transmitted to other parts of the building.
Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 § 245-24 establishes structural fire-safety standards for residential buildings. Walls and ceilings must be kept free of cracks or openings that could allow flames or excessive heat to reach concealed spaces. Where a building contains both residential and non-residential uses, or includes an attached or interior garage, approved fire-separation assemblies are required to slow the spread of fire and, in the case of garages, to block flammable or toxic vapors from reaching living areas.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under ch. 245 § 245-24, compliant property operators routinely inspect walls and ceilings for cracks, gaps, or deterioration that could compromise fire containment in concealed spaces. In mixed-use buildings, operators ensure that code-approved fire separations are installed and maintained between commercial and residential areas. Buildings with attached or interior garages require approved separations specifically designed to block both fire spread and the migration of flammable or toxic vapors into occupied residential spaces.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 245-24 of the Sleepy Hollow Code gives residents a basis to expect that their building's walls, ceilings, and any shared boundaries with commercial spaces or garages are maintained with proper fire-separation measures. If a tenant observes visible cracks in walls or ceilings, missing fire-separation assemblies, or detects fumes migrating from a garage into living areas, these conditions may constitute code violations. Tenants can report such concerns to the local code enforcement or building department, and tenant-rights organizations can help explain available options.
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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