Home occupation permits governed by individual town zoning codes (Salina, DeWitt, Camillus, Manlius, Clay, etc.). Typical conditions: incidental to residential use, no employees beyond residents, no exterior signage, limited customer visits.
Onondaga County towns regulate home occupations through local zoning ordinances under NY Town Law 261. Most towns require special use permit or site plan review for home businesses. Standard conditions limit floor area (often 25 percent of dwelling), prohibit outdoor storage, and restrict nonresident employees.
Unpermitted home business: zoning violation, fines typically 250-1000 dollars per offense, cease and desist orders.
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