7 rules for unincorporated Ulster County, New York.
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RV and boat parking on residential property in Ulster County towns is regulated by local zoning. Most towns including New Paltz, Saugerties, and Rochester permit storage in side or rear yards with setbacks. Front yard RV storage is generally prohibited in residential districts. Time limits apply for occupied RVs used as temporary dwellings. On-street overnight RV parking is prohibited.
Driveway construction in Ulster County requires curb cut permits from the town highway department or NYS DOT for state routes like 9W, 28, and 299. Driveways must meet sight distance standards and drainage requirements to prevent stormwater issues. Shared driveways need recorded easements. Gravel driveways are common in rural towns but paved aprons may be required at road connections.
Commercial vehicle parking in residential zones of Ulster County towns is restricted by local zoning codes. Most municipalities prohibit tractor-trailers, dump trucks, and commercial vehicles over 10,000 pounds GVWR from overnight parking in residential districts. Exceptions exist for active loading and home-based business vehicles under specific conditions.
Street parking in Ulster County villages like Kingston, New Paltz, Saugerties, and Woodstock is governed by local traffic codes. Kingston uses parking meters and permit zones Uptown and in the Rondout. New Paltz Village enforces 2-hour limits on Main Street. Alternate-side parking applies during snow emergencies. State vehicle and traffic law prohibits parking within 15 feet of hydrants and 30 feet of stop signs.
Overnight parking rules vary across Ulster County municipalities. Kingston enforces alternate-side parking in dense neighborhoods and tows during snow emergencies. New Paltz Village restricts overnight parking on Main Street between 2 AM and 6 AM. Many towns prohibit overnight parking in municipal lots except designated long-term spaces. State parks and DEC lands have posted overnight restrictions.
Electric vehicle charging station installation in Ulster County requires electrical permits from local building departments. New York State has adopted EV-ready requirements in the 2020 Energy Conservation Construction Code for new construction. Ulster County has pursued Climate Smart Communities certification with EV infrastructure incentives. Public charging exists at Kingston, New Paltz, and SUNY New Paltz.
Abandoned vehicles on public streets in Ulster County can be tagged and towed after 48-96 hours depending on municipality. On private property, unregistered or inoperable vehicles are considered nuisances under local property maintenance codes. Kingston, New Paltz, and Saugerties require vehicles to be registered, inspected, and operable or stored in an enclosed garage.
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