Setbacks in Schenectady County vary by municipality and zoning district. Typical residential: 25-30 foot front, 10-15 foot side, 25-30 foot rear. Schenectady city varies by neighborhood district.
R-1 single-family zones in Niskayuna require 40 ft front, 15 ft side, 40 ft rear. Schenectady city urban residential districts may have 10-15 ft front setbacks matching historic streetscape. Rural agricultural zones in Duanesburg require larger setbacks. Contact Schenectady County at (518) 388-4220 for enforcement.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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