NY Real Property Law §335-b limits HOA restrictions on solar panels. HOAs cannot prohibit solar systems but may impose reasonable aesthetic standards that do not significantly reduce efficiency or increase costs.
NY RPL §335-b (effective 2019) restricts HOA/condo ability to prohibit solar energy systems. HOAs may adopt reasonable restrictions governing placement and appearance but cannot effectively prevent installation. Restrictions that reduce system efficiency by more than 10% or increase cost by more than $1,000 are generally deemed unreasonable. Applies to condos, co-ops, and HOAs statewide.
White Plains, NY
Commercial vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVW cannot park overnight on residential streets. Delivery and service trucks allowed during active work only; daytime co...
White Plains, NY
Recreational vehicles, boats, and trailers cannot be stored on streets. Residential zoning restricts storage in driveways and front yards — typically rear or...
White Plains, NY
Driveway curb cuts and aprons require a permit from Public Works. Parking across the sidewalk or blocking pedestrian path is prohibited. Surfaces must be pav...
White Plains, NY
Retaining walls over 4 ft high (measured from bottom of footing to top of wall) require a Building Department permit and engineered drawings. Walls supportin...
White Plains, NY
White Plains prohibits chickens, roosters, and livestock in residential zones. City is urban/suburban and not zoned for agricultural use. No backyard chicken...
White Plains, NY
White Plains enforces the New York State Property Maintenance Code (19 NYCRR Part 1225) and Fire Code through its Department of Building. Single- or multiple...
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