Showing ordinances that apply to Fort Montgomery, NY
Fort Montgomery is an unincorporated community (population 1,627) in Orange County, New York. Because Fort Montgomery is not an incorporated city, it does not have its own municipal code. Instead, Orange County ordinances apply directly to properties here. The beekeeping rules below are the ones that govern your area.
Beekeeping generally allowed in Orange County under NY Ag & Markets Article 15. Most towns (Warwick, Goshen, Chester) permit hives in residential and agricultural zones. Urban cities (Newburgh, Middletown) require setbacks from property lines.
NY State Apiary Industry Act requires registration with NY Dept of Ag & Markets for beekeepers with any hive count. City of Newburgh Zoning allows hives with 10 ft setback. No countywide registration. Contact Orange County at (845) 291-2700 for enforcement.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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