Home occupations in Yonkers must not generate customer or client traffic that exceeds normal residential levels. Businesses regularly receiving customers at the dwelling typically do not qualify as home occupations.
Under Yonkers Zoning Ch. 43, an accessory home occupation must not create traffic, parking demand, or noise exceeding typical residential use. Businesses that depend on frequent on-site customer visits (retail, salons, repair shops) are generally not permitted as home occupations and must locate in commercial districts. Limited by-appointment professional services may be tolerated but should be confirmed with Planning Bureau.
Cease-and-desist order; zoning fines $250-$1,000. Chronic violations may trigger code enforcement hearings.
Yonkers, NY
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