Beekeeping is permitted in Islip on properties of at least 10,000 square feet with hives set back 25 feet from property lines. Registration with NY Department of Agriculture and Markets Apiary Program is required annually. Up to 4 hives allowed on standard residential lots.
Hives must have a flyway barrier (solid fence or dense vegetation) at least 6 feet high if within 25 feet of a property line. Water source must be provided on-site to prevent bees visiting neighbors pools. Africanized bee concerns low in Suffolk County but stock must come from inspected NY apiaries.
250 dollars for unregistered hives, 500 dollars for setback or flyway violations. Bee nuisance complaints may trigger hive removal orders.
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