Showing ordinances that apply to Montrose, NY
Montrose is an unincorporated community (population 2,862) in Westchester County, New York. Because Montrose is not an incorporated city, it does not have its own municipal code. Instead, Westchester County ordinances apply directly to properties here. The flood zones rules below are the ones that govern your area.
Westchester County has significant FEMA-mapped flood risk along Hudson River, Long Island Sound, Bronx River, Saw Mill River, and Croton River. All municipalities enforce NY floodplain management under 19 NYCRR Part 502 and local flood damage prevention laws.
Hurricane Sandy (2012) flooded Yonkers waterfront, Mamaroneck, Rye, Port Chester, and Sleepy Hollow. Tidal Hudson River and Long Island Sound create Zone VE (velocity) and AE zones. Inland riverine flooding on Bronx River affects White Plains, Bronxville, and Yonkers. New construction in Special Flood Hazard Area requires elevation to BFE plus 2 ft freeboard in most villages. Substantial improvement rule (50 percent) triggers full compliance.
Unpermitted floodplain work: stop-work plus 500+ dollar daily fines. NFIP non-compliance can suspend flood insurance availability community-wide.
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