NYC Zoning performance standards and common-law nuisance address excessive light trespass onto neighboring Staten Island properties.
NYC Zoning Resolution performance standards prohibit direct glare from one property onto another. No specific illuminance limit at property line, but unreasonably intrusive lighting may constitute private nuisance under NY common law. Report persistent issues to 311; may be referred to Department of Buildings or civil court. Shielded fixtures aimed downward recommended to avoid complaints.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
Richmond County, NY
Official NYC-issued or approved bins must be placed at the curb between 6 PM the night before pickup and 4 AM the morning of pickup, and removed from the pub...
Richmond County, NY
NYC Department of Sanitation (DSNY) collects trash on Staten Island. Under the 2024 Containerization Rule, residential buildings with 1-9 units must place re...
Richmond County, NY
Bulk items (furniture, mattresses, appliances) are collected by DSNY on regular trash days with no separate appointment for most items. Mattresses and box sp...
Richmond County, NY
Recycling is mandatory on Staten Island. Metal, glass, plastic, and cartons go in one bin (blue labeled); mixed paper and cardboard go in a separate bin (gre...
Richmond County, NY
Home occupations are allowed as accessory uses in Richmond County residential zones. NYC Zoning Resolution §12-10 caps them at 25% of the dwelling unit or 50...
Richmond County, NY
Home occupation signage in Richmond County is tightly limited. NYC Zoning Resolution §22-32 allows only a single non-illuminated nameplate sign no larger tha...
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