Drone Rules in Rockland County, NY (2026)

2 rules for unincorporated Rockland County, New York.

Verified from official government sources

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

Recreational Drones

Recreational drones must follow FAA recreational rules: under 400 ft AGL, visual line of sight, register if over 0.55 lbs, pass TRUST test, avoid restricted airspace. NY State Parks (Harriman, Bear Mountain) prohibit takeoff/landing without permit.

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Some Restrictions

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Commercial Drones

Commercial drone operations in Rockland County follow FAA Part 107 (Remote Pilot Certificate, under 55 lbs, daylight/civil twilight, under 400 ft AGL). NY State Parks prohibit takeoff/landing from park property without permit. No countywide commercial drone ordinance.

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Some Restrictions

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