Home occupations allowed in residential zones throughout Rensselaer County subject to local zoning. Typical conditions: business secondary to residential use, conducted by residents, no external evidence, limited floor area (usually 25 percent).
City of Troy Zoning allows home occupations by right in R zones when: operated by residents, no non-resident employees on-site, under 25 percent of dwelling floor area, no external alteration or display, no outdoor storage. Some uses (daycare, salon, repair) require special-use permit. Contact Rensselaer County at (518) 270-2900 for enforcement.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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