Building Safety in Richmond County, NY (2026)

2 rules for unincorporated Richmond County, New York.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Richmond County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply — see the city list below.

Scaffold & Sidewalk Shed

Supported scaffolds over 40 feet and all suspended scaffolds require DOB permits per NYC Building Code Chapter 33 and 1 RCNY 3314.

Scaffold permits under NYC Building Code

Heavy Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Pest Control

Staten Island property owners must prevent rodent harborage per NYC Health Code Article 151 and eliminate infestations after Health Department notice.

Rat mitigation under NYC Health Code

Heavy Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

All Richmond County ordinances

See every category we cover for Richmond County — parking, noise, fences, fires, animals, pools, and more.

Richmond County Ordinance Hub →