Barbed wire, razor wire, and electrified fencing are prohibited in residential districts of White Plains. Chain link is allowed but often discouraged in front yards by zoning aesthetics provisions.
Zoning Code restricts barbed, razor, and electrified fencing to non-residential uses with special approval. Some districts and conservation overlay areas may further limit materials or require masonry/wood in visible locations. Check the Zoning Code for your specific district before buying materials.
White Plains, NY
Recreational vehicles, boats, and trailers cannot be stored on streets. Residential zoning restricts storage in driveways and front yards — typically rear or...
White Plains, NY
Commercial vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVW cannot park overnight on residential streets. Delivery and service trucks allowed during active work only; daytime co...
White Plains, NY
Overnight on-street parking is restricted in many White Plains neighborhoods (typically 3 a.m.–5 a.m. prohibition unless posted otherwise). Residents may pur...
White Plains, NY
White Plains prohibits chickens, roosters, and livestock in residential zones. City is urban/suburban and not zoned for agricultural use. No backyard chicken...
White Plains, NY
White Plains enforces the New York State Property Maintenance Code (19 NYCRR Part 1225) and Fire Code through its Department of Building. Single- or multiple...
White Plains, NY
Small recreational fire pits with clean dry wood or charcoal are generally allowed if attended and kept small. Must comply with NY Fire Code §307 clearances ...
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