Most Westchester County municipalities prohibit livestock including cattle, swine, sheep, and goats in residential zones. Chickens (hens only, no roosters) permitted in many villages with setbacks. Horses allowed in agricultural and some rural residential zones like North Salem and Lewisboro.
Yonkers, New Rochelle, and White Plains ban all livestock. Rural towns including North Salem, Pound Ridge, Bedford, and Lewisboro permit horses and small livestock on 2+ acre lots. Chickens require coops set back 25 to 50 feet from property lines in most Westchester villages. Roosters prohibited in nearly all municipalities due to noise.
Unlawful livestock: 250 to 1,000 dollars plus removal order.
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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...
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
Driveway curb cuts and aprons require a permit from Public Works. Parking across the sidewalk or blocking pedestrian path is prohibited. Surfaces must be pav...
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...
White Plains, NY
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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