Showing ordinances that apply to Port Washington, NY
Port Washington is an unincorporated community (population 16,753) in Nassau County, New York. Because Port Washington is not an incorporated city, it does not have its own municipal code. Instead, Nassau County ordinances apply directly to properties here. The signage rules rules below are the ones that govern your area.
Residential home business signage in Nassau County is severely restricted or prohibited. Most Nassau towns and villages allow only small non-illuminated nameplates (typically 1-2 square feet, attached to the house, stating name and profession only), and many prohibit signage for home occupations entirely.
Typical Nassau sign rules for home occupations: one non-illuminated nameplate or professional shingle; maximum 1-2 square feet; attached flat to the principal residence (not freestanding); limited to occupant name, profession, and possibly a small logo; no advertising messages, phone numbers, or pricing. Freestanding yard signs for home businesses are universally prohibited. Vehicle advertising (business name on cars parked at home) may trigger commercial vehicle restrictions. Short-term construction, for-sale, and political signs fall under separate rules.
Illegal home business signage: $100-$1,000 per sign per day until removed. Repeat violations may trigger broader zoning review of the home occupation permit.
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