Home occupations in Brooklyn may not generate customer traffic beyond what is typical for a residence, per NYC Zoning Resolution §12-10.
NYC Zoning Resolution §12-10 explicitly prohibits home occupations from generating pedestrian or vehicular traffic beyond what would be normal for a residential dwelling. This effectively prohibits walk-in clients, storefront-style operations, and regularly scheduled customer appointments at the residence. Exceptions are narrowly written for professional practitioners such as attorneys, accountants, architects, and similar professionals serving clients by appointment only (one client at a time). Deliveries must be limited to normal residential package volume. Violations are subject to DOB enforcement and can result in orders to cease the home occupation plus fines starting at $800 per violation.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Kings County code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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