Federal and New York law protect migratory and native birds in Suffolk County. Take, possession, or nest disturbance is generally illegal without permit, including for piping plovers nesting on Suffolk beaches.
Most birds in Suffolk County are protected by the federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act and New York Environmental Conservation Law Section 11-0535. Piping plovers, least terns, and other shorebirds nesting on Suffolk County south shore and East End beaches are also protected under the federal Endangered Species Act. Removing nests, eggs, or feathers without a federal or state permit is illegal. Beachgoers must respect posted nesting closures during breeding season. Property owners should consult NYS DEC before any work that may disturb active nests, including swallows and chimney swifts.
Take of protected bird: federal MBTA misdemeanor up to fifteen thousand dollars and six months jail; ESA violations carry higher civil and criminal penalties.
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Huntington, NY
Construction and power tool use in Huntington is limited to 7 AM to 7 PM weekdays and 9 AM to 7 PM Saturdays under Chapter 141. No construction permitted Sun...
Huntington, NY
Huntington Town Code Chapter 67 (Animals) and Chapter 141 prohibit habitual barking that disturbs neighbors. Complaints go to the Town Animal Shelter or Suff...
Huntington, NY
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Huntington, NY
Huntington Town Code Chapter 141 (Noise) sets quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM weekdays and 10 PM to 9 AM weekends. Unreasonable noise audible beyond property ...
Huntington, NY
Huntington restricts leaf blower use to weekdays 8 AM to 6 PM and weekends 9 AM to 5 PM. Gas blowers are permitted but must meet manufacturer noise specs und...
Huntington, NY
Commercial establishments in Huntington Village and Route 110 corridor must contain noise within property lines. HVAC, deliveries, and dumpster pickups restr...
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