Showing ordinances that apply to East Kingston, NY
East Kingston is an unincorporated community (population 277) in Ulster County, New York. Because East Kingston is not an incorporated city, it does not have its own municipal code. Instead, Ulster County ordinances apply directly to properties here. The structure height limits rules below are the ones that govern your area.
Building height limits in Ulster County residential zones typically cap at 35 feet or 2.5 stories. Commercial zones allow 40-45 feet. Kingston historic districts enforce stricter limits to preserve Dutch colonial streetscapes. Scenic ridgeline protection in Rochester, Shawangunk, and Gardiner restricts heights on prominent ridges visible from the Shawangunk Ridge. Accessory structures are limited to 15-20 feet.
Contact Ulster County at (845) 340-3000.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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