Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 245-44
Garbage and refuse
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A. Adequate sanitary facilities and methods shall be used for the collection, storage, handling and disposal of garbage and refuse. B. In multiple dwellings, it shall be prohibited to store or accumulate garbage or refuse in public halls and stairways.
Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 245 § 245-44 establishes two related sanitation requirements for residential properties. First, all garbage and refuse must be collected, stored, handled, and disposed of using adequate sanitary facilities and methods. Second, in buildings with multiple dwelling units, garbage and refuse may not be stored or allowed to accumulate in public hallways or stairways.
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Under ch. 245 § 245-44, operators of residential properties in Sleepy Hollow are generally expected to provide proper sanitary containers and designated disposal areas that meet local standards. Managers of multiple dwellings in particular take care to ensure that common areas such as hallways and stairways remain free of garbage accumulation, typically by designating specific refuse storage locations away from those shared spaces. Routine inspections of common areas and clear communication with residents about proper disposal practices are hallmarks of compliant property management under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 245-44 of the Sleepy Hollow Code of Ordinances gives residents a basis to expect that their building will be maintained with proper sanitary refuse facilities and that public halls and stairways will be kept free of garbage accumulation. If these conditions are not being met, tenants may consider documenting the issue and reporting it to the appropriate local code enforcement or housing authority in Sleepy Hollow. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local ordinances can help residents understand what options are generally available when a landlord fails to comply with sanitation requirements like those in 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.
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