Showing ordinances that apply to South Hempstead, NY
South Hempstead is an unincorporated community (population 3,406) in Nassau County, New York. Because South Hempstead is not an incorporated city, it does not have its own municipal code. Instead, Nassau County ordinances apply directly to properties here. The shed rules rules below are the ones that govern your area.
Shed regulations in Nassau County vary by town and village, but most require building permits for sheds over 100-144 square feet, set minimum side/rear setbacks of 3-10 feet, and cap shed height at 10-15 feet. Sheds must be in rear yard only in most jurisdictions.
Typical Nassau town rules: Hempstead requires permits for sheds over 100 square feet (code section 302); North Hempstead and Oyster Bay have similar thresholds. Setbacks are typically 3 feet from rear/side property lines for small sheds, increasing to 5-10 feet for larger structures. Height usually capped at 10-12 feet. Sheds must be accessory to a principal residence, placed in the rear yard, and cannot exceed a percentage of lot coverage (typically 5-10 percent). Electrical or plumbing connections require separate permits.
Unpermitted sheds: $250-$2,500 plus removal order or required permit application with double fees. Setback violations may require relocation at owner expense.
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