Islip Town Code Chapter 68 permits home occupations as an accessory use in all residential districts provided the business is conducted by a resident, occupies under 25 percent of the dwelling, and generates no external evidence of commercial activity.
Allowed activities include professional offices, tutoring, artisan craft, and remote-work arrangements. No more than one non-resident employee may work on-site. Storage of stock-in-trade for retail sale, vehicle repair, and manufacturing are prohibited. A Home Occupation permit is issued by the Building Division; renewals are generally not required unless the use changes. Deliveries must be limited to small parcel service consistent with residential neighborhoods.
Unauthorized use: cease-and-desist plus $250-$1,000 per day. Repeat violations: Zoning Board referral and potential loss of C of O.
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