Babylon requires property owners to maintain vegetation to prevent fire hazards, with emphasis on Pine Barrens-adjacent properties in the northern town (Deer Park, Wyandanch). Town Code Chapter 186 (Property Maintenance) mandates removal of dead brush and overgrowth that poses fire risk.
Portions of northern Babylon lie near the Long Island Central Pine Barrens, a fire-prone ecosystem managed by the Pine Barrens Commission. Babylon Fire Marshal coordinates with Suffolk County FRES and NY DEC Region 1 on wildfire mitigation. Defensible space of 30 feet around structures is recommended though not strictly codified. Property maintenance code requires removal of accumulated dead vegetation and unsightly growth.
Property maintenance violation: notice of violation, then fines $250-$1,000. Failure to abate allows town to clear and lien the property.
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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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