Huntington, NY Drone Rules: Commercial Drones (2026)

Chapter 189 defines COMMERCIAL USE as use of an unmanned aircraft system catering to or for business, with a sole or chief emphasis on salability, profit or success, distinguishing it from RECREATIONAL USE (pastime, relaxation or enjoyment). Any launch, landing or piloting on Town-owned, used or leased property requires a permit application filed with the Huntington Town Attorney's Office at least five business days ahead under § 189-12(A), listing the operator's AMA membership or FAA registration number and stating whether the use is recreational or commercial.

Section 189-12(B) adds a commercial-only requirement: the applicant must submit an insurance certificate naming the Town of Huntington and the Huntington Board of Trustees as additional insureds by endorsement, with minimum general liability limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 in the aggregate, and the Town Attorney's Office may also require a hold-harmless agreement. Fees for the application and permit are set by Town Board resolution, are non-refundable once paid, and may be waived only for charitable, educational, student-film, public-service or other nonprofit use. A permittee must comply with 14 CFR Part 107 for commercial flights, keep the permit on hand and display it on demand, and any violation of the permit terms results in revocation with forfeiture of fees and denial of future permits.