Coastal Development: New Rochelle vs Yonkers
How do coastal development rules compare between New Rochelle, NY and Yonkers, NY?
New Rochelle and Yonkers have similar restriction levels.
New Rochelle, NY
Westchester County
New Rochelle adopted a Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) coordinated with NYS Department of State. Coastal consistency review required for projects within the LWRP boundary. NYS DEC tidal wetlands permit also required for work within 300 feet of tidal wetlands.
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Westchester County
Hudson River waterfront development in Yonkers is governed by the city's Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) and NYS DEC tidal wetlands/Article 25 permits. Major projects also require Army Corps Section 404/10 permits.
View full Yonkers rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | New Rochelle | Yonkers |
|---|---|---|
| Program | LWRP adopted | Yonkers LWRP |
| Reviewer | City + NYS DOS | - |
| DEC Permit | Article 25 tidal wetlands | - |
| Buffer | 300 ft of wetlands | - |
| State Permit | - | NYS DEC Article 25 |
| Adjacent Area | - | 300 ft buffer |
| Federal | - | USACE Section 10/404 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
New Rochelle FAQ
Do I need a coastal permit for a dock?
Yes. Docks on Long Island Sound require NYS DEC tidal wetlands permit and LWRP consistency review.
What is the New Rochelle LWRP?
A Local Waterfront Revitalization Program adopted with NYS Department of State covering the Long Island Sound shoreline, Echo Bay, and tributaries. All coastal projects are reviewed for consistency.
How close to tidal wetlands can I build in New Rochelle?
Work within 300 feet of regulated tidal wetlands triggers a NYS DEC Article 25 permit. Plan for both city LWRP review and DEC approval before starting.
Yonkers FAQ
Can I build a dock on the Hudson?
Only with NYS DEC tidal wetlands permit plus USACE Section 10/404 authorization and Yonkers LWRP consistency review.
How far from the Hudson tidal wetlands does DEC jurisdiction extend?
NYS DEC Article 25 tidal wetlands jurisdiction extends 300 feet landward of the tidal wetland boundary. Any development within this adjacent area requires a DEC permit.
What is the Yonkers LWRP?
The Yonkers Local Waterfront Revitalization Program coordinates Hudson River waterfront land use with the NYS Department of State and DEC, reviewing consistency of all major waterfront projects.
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