NY ECL §11-0512 bans wild animals as pets statewide. White Plains prohibits keeping of wild, dangerous, or exotic animals within city limits.
NY Environmental Conservation Law §11-0512 prohibits keeping wild animals including wolves, coyotes, foxes, skunks, non-human primates, venomous reptiles, big cats, and bears. White Plains code prohibits dangerous or wild animals within the city. Only domesticated species (dogs, cats, caged birds, small mammals, non-venomous reptiles) permitted.
State violation plus local fines; animal seizure and removal to licensed facility.
White Plains, NY
Recreational vehicles, boats, and trailers cannot be stored on streets. Residential zoning restricts storage in driveways and front yards — typically rear or...
White Plains, NY
Commercial vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVW cannot park overnight on residential streets. Delivery and service trucks allowed during active work only; daytime co...
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Overnight on-street parking is restricted in many White Plains neighborhoods (typically 3 a.m.–5 a.m. prohibition unless posted otherwise). Residents may pur...
White Plains, NY
Retaining walls over 4 ft high (measured from bottom of footing to top of wall) require a Building Department permit and engineered drawings. Walls supportin...
White Plains, NY
White Plains enforces the New York State Property Maintenance Code (19 NYCRR Part 1225) and Fire Code through its Department of Building. Single- or multiple...
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Small recreational fire pits with clean dry wood or charcoal are generally allowed if attended and kept small. Must comply with NY Fire Code §307 clearances ...
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