Babylon permits wood, vinyl, chain link, and aluminum fences. Barbed wire and electrified fences are prohibited in residential zones. Finished side must face neighboring properties.
The Town requires the finished (smooth) side of the fence to face outward toward neighbors and the street, with structural posts and rails facing inward. Chain link is permitted but typically discouraged in front yards of R-1 zones. Historic district areas in Babylon Village require wood or approved traditional materials. Solid vinyl and composite fences popular along the Great South Bay for salt resistance.
Wrong-side fences 100 to 250 dollars and possible re-installation order. Barbed wire in residential 500 dollars.
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Aircraft noise from Republic Airport (FRG) in East Farmingdale is preempted by federal law. The Town of Babylon cannot regulate flight paths or aircraft oper...
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Amplified music audible beyond the property line after 10 PM is prohibited in Babylon under Chapter 158. Outdoor concerts and commercial venues require a spe...
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Construction and powered equipment work in Babylon is generally restricted to 7 AM to 7 PM Monday through Saturday, with no Sunday or holiday work without a ...
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Babylon permits residential EV chargers as accessory to single-family homes without a special permit, though an electrical permit from the Division of Buildi...
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Commercial vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVW or with commercial lettering cannot be parked on Babylon residential streets or in residential driveways overnight, p...
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Vehicles parked on Babylon public streets for more than 48 hours or showing signs of abandonment (flat tires, expired plates, broken windows) can be tagged a...
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