Sleepy Hollow, NY · Westchester County

Fire Sprinkler Appeals Application

This four-part application lets property owners or their representatives appeal a Building Inspector’s fire sprinkler decision and submit supporting information to Sleepy Hollow’s Bureau of Fire Prevention.

Detailed form~25 min to notarize
  • licensed online notary
  • ~15 min average
  • Notarized PDF emailed

What you’ll need

  • Government-issued photo ID
  • Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
  • This form, ready to upload as a PDF

What this form is

Use this application to appeal a Building Inspector’s decision involving fire sprinklers. It asks for property, owner, applicant, and agent details, the project description, reasons for the appeal, and supporting documents; it also includes a proxy statement for a non-owner signer and an escrow agreement. The form is submitted to the Village’s Bureau of Fire Prevention, which reviews the appeal and may seek professional consultation.

Who needs it

Property owners seeking an appeal of a Building Inspector’s fire sprinkler decision, or agents signing for an owner, use this application and any required proxy statement.

Why it needs a notary

The application, proxy statement, and escrow agreement include “Sworn to before me” jurat blocks; the person signing the relevant section must swear or affirm before a notary.

How to get this notarized

  1. 1

    Download the Application

    Get the Fire Sprinkler Appeals Application from the Village of Sleepy Hollow.

  2. 2

    Complete the Form

    Fill in the property, owner, applicant, and project details, explain your appeal, and attach supporting documents.

  3. 3

    Book an Online Notary

    Arrange a session with a commissioned online notary for the sections that require notarization.

  4. 4

    Sign on Video

    Sign the applicable jurat sections during the online notary session.

  5. 5

    Submit to the Village

    Send the completed application, required proxy statement if applicable, and supporting materials to the Bureau of Fire Prevention.

Preview the form

The blank PDF straight from Sleepy Hollow. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.

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You’ll need ID and a webcam.

A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get the fire sprinkler appeal application notarized?
Complete the relevant application sections, then book a commissioned online notary. Sign the sections with jurat blocks during the video session, and submit the completed application and supporting documents to the Bureau of Fire Prevention.
Do I need a proxy statement if an agent signs?
Yes. The form says a proxy statement is required when anyone other than the property owner signs the application. The proxy statement includes a “Sworn to before me” jurat block.
Can I sign this application with an online notary?
New York authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary. Ask the Village whether it accepts a remotely notarized version before submitting; confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.
What should I include with my appeal?
Describe the project and explain how the appeal meets one or more listed standards. The form asks you to refer to and attach documentation supporting your position; add a referenced rider if the form does not provide enough space.

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