Property owners in Islip must maintain defensible space around structures, particularly in Pine Barrens-adjacent areas like Central Islip, Holtsville, and Ronkonkoma. Town Code requires removal of dead vegetation and brush within 30 ft of any dwelling.
The Central Pine Barrens Joint Planning and Policy Commission coordinates fire prevention in the Core and Compatible Growth zones touching northern Islip. Brush, dead limbs, and leaf accumulation must be cleared from roofs, gutters, and structure perimeters. The Islip Fire Marshal conducts outreach each spring before the NYSDEC statewide burn ban lifts on May 15. Larger vacant parcels may be cited under Chapter 25 property maintenance provisions for overgrowth creating fire hazards.
Notice of violation with 30-day cure period. Town abatement with lien on property for non-compliance. Fines $250-$500 per occurrence.
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Islip Town Code Chapter 40 establishes quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM weekdays and 10 PM to 8 AM weekends. Unreasonable noise audible at 50 feet from a resid...
Islip, NY
Islip Town Code §68-416 prohibits parking commercial vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVW or with exterior signage on residential lots or streets overnight. One serv...
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Islip Town Code §52-6 defines abandoned vehicle as unregistered, inoperable, or parked over 72 hours on public way. Town may tow after 48-hour notice tag. NY...
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Artificial turf is allowed on Islip private property subject to building-permit review when installed over 500 sq ft or tied to drainage systems. Front-yard ...
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Rainwater harvesting for outdoor irrigation is legal and encouraged in Islip. No permit is needed for rain barrels under 100 gallons; cisterns that connect t...
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Islip town parks close from dusk to dawn per Chapter 61 (Parks and Recreation). Entry after closing hours constitutes trespass. Posted hours vary by facility...
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