Driveway aprons and curb cuts require Department of Public Works permits in Yonkers. Blocking sidewalks, parking on front lawns, and unpaved driveways violate the property maintenance and zoning codes.
New or widened driveway curb cuts must be permitted by Yonkers DPW. Driveways must be paved with approved material per zoning (Ch. 43) — parking on grass or unpaved surfaces in front yards is a violation. Vehicles may not overhang public sidewalks; this is enforced as an obstruction. Yonkers Code prohibits storing inoperable/unregistered vehicles on residential property.
Sidewalk obstruction: ticket typically $65+. Unregistered vehicle on property: code violation, abatement possible.
Yonkers, NY
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Yonkers, NY
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Yonkers, NY
Yonkers enforces New York State smoke and carbon monoxide alarm requirements under 19 NYCRR Part 1225 (Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code). All dwelli...
Yonkers, NY
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Yonkers, NY
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