Corner-lot sight triangles are enforced by each Schenectady County municipality. Fences, hedges, and walls within the sight triangle (typically 25 ft from the corner) may not exceed 30–36 inches. County does not set the standard.
Most Schenectady County zoning codes follow AASHTO-style sight-triangle rules — 25 to 30 feet measured along each right-of-way line from the corner, with no visual obstruction above 30 inches. City of Schenectady, Niskayuna, and Glenville all enforce similar limits. County road intersections follow Schenectady County DPW specifications, which generally match AASHTO requirements. Violations create immediate traffic-safety liability and are typically corrected quickly.
Removal notice commonly 10–30 days; failure to comply: $250–$1,000 and municipal removal at owner cost.
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