Babylon residential zones cap principal structure height at 35 feet or 2.5 stories, whichever is less, under Chapter 213. Waterfront lots in coastal A and V FEMA zones must elevate to Base Flood Elevation plus 2 feet of freeboard, which may push allowable height to 38 feet measured from grade.
Post-Superstorm Sandy, Babylon adopted FEMA-aligned flood construction elevation standards. For elevated homes in V and coastal A zones, height is measured from the lowest adjacent grade rather than the finished floor, giving owners effective headroom to elevate 8-10 feet above pre-storm grade. Commercial zones allow up to 40 feet. Church steeples, chimneys, and antennas are exempt up to 10 feet above roof. Accessory structures are capped at 15 feet.
Over-height construction: stop-work, removal of non-conforming portion, fines $500-$2,500. Variances must be sought from Zoning Board of Appeals ($500 filing fee).
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