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Brighton, NY Building Setbacks & Zoning: Setback Rules (2026)

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Key Facts

Rochester R-1: 25/6/20 ft
Brighton: 30/10/30 ft
Accessory: 3 to 5 ft reduced
Variance: ZBA hearing

Monroe County rule: Brighton does not have its own ordinance for setback rules. The rule below comes from Monroe County and applies to Brighton.

Summary

Monroe County town zoning sets setbacks. Rochester Zoning Code Ch. 120: 25 ft front, 6 ft side, 20 ft rear in R-1. Brighton and Pittsford have similar standards. ZBA variance required to encroach.

Full Breakdown

Monroe County towns set their own setback requirements by zoning district. Rochester Zoning Code Chapter 120 R-1 single-family: 25-foot front, 6-foot side (15 feet combined on corner lots), 20-foot rear. R-2 (two-family) similar with reduced side setbacks. Brighton Town Code Ch. 217: 30-foot front, 10-foot side, 30-foot rear in single-family zones. Pittsford Town and Village: 40-foot front typical in Village historic areas. Accessory structures (sheds, detached garages) typically reduced to 3 to 5 feet from rear/side lines under most town codes. Variances require Zoning Board of Appeals hearing and publication notice under NY Town Law §267.

Violations & Fines

Rochester Ch. 120 setback violation: stop-work order plus $100 to $1,000. Town violations similar. Structure may require removal if variance denied.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who enforces setback rules rules in Monroe County?

Monroe County's code enforcement division is responsible for building setbacks ordinances. You can report violations or request information through the Monroe County government website or by calling the main municipal line.

What are typical penalties for violating setback rules rules?

Most Monroe County building setbacks violations start with a written warning followed by escalating civil fines for repeat offenses. Specific dollar amounts and any criminal-misdemeanor exposure depend on the section of code; consult Monroe County's municipal code or staff for the current penalty schedule.

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Brighton, NY Building Setbacks & Zoning: Setback Rules (2026)

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