113 local rules on file · Pop. 3,368 · Orange County
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Vails Gate is an unincorporated community with a population of approximately 3,368 in Orange County, New York. Because Vails Gate is not an incorporated city, it does not have its own municipal government or city code. Instead, Orange County ordinances apply directly to residential and commercial properties here. The rules below are the county-level regulations that govern your area. Nearby incorporated cities in Orange County may have different rules.
Fence neighbor rules in Orange County NY are governed by NY Real Property Actions & Proceedings Law (RPAPL) §843 on spite fences and NY RPL §840 on boundary fences. A fence over 10 ft erected primarily to annoy a neighbor may be declared a private nuisance. NY has no statutory shared-cost requirement. Most Orange County towns require the finished (smooth) side of a fence to face the neighbor.
Building permits are required for fences over 6 ft in most Orange County NY municipalities (Newburgh, Middletown, Goshen, Warwick). Fences under 6 ft are typically exempt but must still comply with zoning setbacks. Permit fees range $25-$100.
These unincorporated areas are also governed by Orange County ordinances.
Most Orange County NY towns limit front-yard fences to 4 ft and rear/side yards to 6 ft. Corner lots must maintain visibility triangles. City of Newburgh §300-25 and Town of Wallkill Ch. 150 follow this standard. Agricultural fences up to 8 ft are typically allowed on farm parcels. Permits are often required for fences over 6 ft under the NY Uniform Code.
Overnight on-street parking in Orange County NY varies by municipality. The City of Newburgh bans on-street parking 2 AM to 6 AM from November through April for snow removal. Middletown enforces similar winter overnight bans. Unincorporated towns generally allow overnight parking unless posted, but NY VTL 1224 treats any vehicle left over 72 hours as potentially abandoned.
Driveway permits in Orange County NY depend on the road type. Curb cuts on county roads require an Orange County DPW permit; state roads require a NYSDOT Highway Work Permit; town roads are permitted by the town highway superintendent under NY Highway Law §136. Sight-distance standards follow AASHTO. Enforcement is local with oversight on county roads by the Orange County Department of Public Works.
Street parking in Orange County NY is set by each municipality. The City of Middletown and City of Newburgh enforce alternate-side rules in downtown zones; the villages of Goshen and Warwick post 2-hour limits in business districts. There is no countywide parking code; rules are enforced by local police and parking enforcement officers under authority delegated by NY VTL §1640-1660.
EV charging in Orange County NY is governed by the NY State Uniform Code and NEC Article 625. The NY CLCPA (2019) targets zero-emission vehicle infrastructure, and NYSERDA offers Charge Ready NY rebates. Town building departments in Newburgh, Middletown, Goshen, Warwick, and Wallkill issue electrical permits for Level 2 home chargers. Public charging is expanding at Stewart Airport, Woodbury Common, and along I-84/I-87 corridors.
Abandoned vehicles in Orange County NY are governed by NY VTL §1224. Vehicles left on public property for more than 96 hours, or on private property without consent, may be removed. The Orange County Sheriff's Office, NY State Police, and local police in Newburgh, Middletown, Goshen, Port Jervis, and Warwick coordinate with NY DMV for titling, storage liens, and auction.
RV and boat parking in Orange County NY is regulated by town and village zoning codes. Most towns (Wallkill, Newburgh, New Windsor, Warwick) allow RV and boat storage only in side or rear yards, with setbacks of 5-10 feet from property lines. RVs cannot be used as dwellings except in approved campgrounds. Front-yard storage is prohibited in most residential zones.
Commercial vehicle parking in residential zones restricted by town codes. Most Orange County towns prohibit vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVWR or 20 ft from overnight parking on residential streets. Town of Wallkill and Newburgh enforce tractor-trailer bans.
Artificial turf is allowed on residential property in Orange County NY including Newburgh, Middletown, and Goshen. Some villages restrict front-yard synthetic turf via zoning. Stormwater impact review may apply on installations over 1 acre under SPDES.
Native plantings are encouraged in Orange County NY but not mandated. DEC regulates invasive species under 6 NYCRR Part 575. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Orange County and the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum promote native habitat programs.
Private-property tree trimming is not regulated countywide in Orange County NY. Street trees in villages and cities like Newburgh, Middletown, and Goshen often require a permit from the public-works department or shade-tree commission. Utility trimming is handled by Central Hudson and Orange & Rockland.
Orange County draws water from Catskill/Delaware system and local wells/reservoirs. No permanent watering schedule. Drought-stage restrictions activate during DEC drought declarations.
Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in Orange County NY. Rain barrels for non-potable garden and landscape use are encouraged by the NY DEC and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Orange County. No state or county permit is required for residential rain barrels; larger cisterns and potable-use systems require Building Code and Department of Health review.
Orange County NY has no countywide grass-height rule. Most towns and villages set 10-12 inch limits via property maintenance codes adopting NY Property Maintenance Code.
Towns in Orange County NY enforce noxious-weed and tall-grass rules through adopted property maintenance codes, typically capping residential grass at 10 inches. NY Agriculture and Markets Law 164 targets specific invasive species, and DEC 6 NYCRR Part 575 lists regulated invasives statewide. Abatement notice is typically 7-14 days before the town cuts and bills the owner.
No countywide tree-preservation law exists in Orange County NY. Towns with scenic or steep-slope concerns (Cornwall, Warwick, Tuxedo, Woodbury) have tree-removal ordinances tied to viewsheds or hillsides. DEC wetlands (6 NYCRR 663) regulate disturbance statewide.
NY Agriculture & Markets Law §107(5) preempts breed-specific legislation statewide, so Orange County NY and its municipalities (Newburgh, Middletown, Goshen) cannot ban pit bulls or any other breed. Dangerous-dog determinations are behavior-based under Ag & Markets §123.
NY DEC Environmental Conservation Law ECL 11-0505 prohibits feeding deer and bear statewide, including Orange County NY. Bear activity is significant in western Orange County towns (Deerpark, Greenville, Minisink, Warwick) near the Shawangunk Ridge. Bird feeders are generally permitted but may be ordered removed by DEC following bear incidents.
Orange County NY sets no countywide pet limits. Cities and towns (Newburgh, Middletown, Goshen, Warwick) typically cap 3-5 dogs per residential lot without a kennel license. Commercial kennels require a NY Ag & Markets kennel license.
NY Ag & Markets §123 permits local leash laws. Most Orange County towns require dogs leashed off-owner-property. Orange County parks (Thomas Bull Memorial, Algonquin) require leashes 6 ft or shorter.
NY Environmental Conservation Law §11-0512 and Ag & Markets §370 ban wild animals as pets statewide in Orange County NY: big cats, bears, wolves, non-human primates, and venomous reptiles. Ferrets are legal (unlike in NYC). Towns may add limits.
Orange County allows hens in NYC but roosters are banned. Coops must meet health standards. Livestock prohibited in most residential zones. NYC Health Code governs.
Beekeeping generally allowed in Orange County under NY Ag & Markets Article 15. Most towns (Warwick, Goshen, Chester) permit hives in residential and agricultural zones. Urban cities (Newburgh, Middletown) require setbacks from property lines.
STR parking rules in Orange County NY are set by town STR codes. Warwick requires 1 off-street space per bedroom with no on-street overnight parking allowed. Most towns prohibit STR guests from parking on lawns or blocking neighbor access in Newburgh, Middletown, and Goshen areas.
Orange County NY imposes a 5 percent hotel and motel occupancy tax on stays under 30 days under Orange County Local Law. Short-term rental hosts must register with the Orange County Commissioner of Finance and remit quarterly. NY State sales tax of 8.125 percent (4 percent state + 4 percent county + 0.125 percent MCTD) also applies, and since March 2025 platforms like Airbnb/VRBO collect and remit state portions automatically.
STR noise in Orange County NY is governed by each town and village noise ordinance. Typical quiet hours run 10 PM to 7 AM with lower dBA limits at night. The Town of Warwick STR permit system requires hosts to provide a 24/7 local contact for noise complaints and can revoke permits after 3 substantiated violations within 12 months.
STR hosts across Orange County NY (Newburgh, Middletown, Goshen, Warwick, Port Jervis) must register with the Orange County Commissioner of Finance for bed tax purposes even when the host town has no STR permit. Town-level STR registrations are separate and in addition to the county filing. Failure to register for occupancy tax results in penalties up to 10% plus interest per NY Tax Law §1142.
Warwick and several Orange County NY towns require STR operators to carry $1 million commercial liability insurance naming the town as additional insured. Proof required at permit application and renewal. Homeowner policies typically exclude STR use across Newburgh, Middletown, and Goshen.
Orange County NY has no countywide STR registration. Warwick, Highland Falls, and Woodbury regulate locally. Since March 25, 2025, NY State requires Airbnb/VRBO to collect 4 percent state sales tax plus local taxes and report quarterly under the Hochul STR law.
Orange County NY has no countywide cap on STR rental nights, but several towns impose limits on non-owner-occupied rentals. Warwick allows unlimited nights for permitted STRs; Tuxedo and Woodbury have caps in the 90-180 night range for non-owner-occupied rentals. Hosts in Newburgh, Middletown, and Goshen should verify town zoning before assuming unlimited operation.
Typical Orange County NY town STR occupancy caps follow a formula of 2 guests per bedroom plus 2, not to exceed the NY Fire Code maximum. Warwick caps STRs at 10 total guests regardless of bedroom count. Septic system capacity (typically 2 persons per bedroom under 10 NYCRR Appendix 75-A) often controls the final limit in rural towns.
Above-ground pools over 24 inches deep in Orange County NY require a building permit and fully compliant barriers equal to in-ground pools under 2020 NY Residential Code Appendix G. The pool wall itself may serve as the barrier if at least 48 inches tall with a removable or lockable ladder. Typical town setback is 10 ft from side/rear lot lines per local zoning (Newburgh, Middletown, Wallkill, Warwick).
Hot tubs and spas over 24 inches deep in Orange County NY require building and electrical permits. A lockable safety cover meeting ASTM F1346 satisfies the barrier requirement in lieu of a fence under NY Residential Code AG105.5. GFCI protection is mandatory per NEC Art. 680 on all spa circuits. Enforcement is handled by the town building department (Newburgh, Middletown, Goshen, Wallkill, Warwick).
Building permits are required for every pool over 24 inches deep in Orange County NY under the 2020 NY Uniform Code and 19 NYCRR Part 1226. Permits are issued by the town or city building department (Newburgh, Middletown, Goshen, Warwick, Wallkill). Typical fees run $100-$350. A final inspection covering barrier, alarm, GFCI, and bonding is required before the pool may be used.
NY requires pool alarms on all residential pools under NY General Business Law 224-a and 19 NYCRR 1228.2 for pools built or substantially modified after December 14, 2006. Anti-entrapment drain covers compliant with the federal VGB Act are required on all drains. Towns in Orange County NY enforce through building inspection before issuing final Certificate of Occupancy.
Per NY Residential Code 19 NYCRR 1220 Appendix G (effective May 12, 2020, mandatory statewide), pool barriers in Orange County NY must be at least 48 inches tall with vertical openings no larger than 4 inches. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching with the latch at least 54 inches above the ground. Applies to all residential pools over 24 inches deep, including inflatables.
Garage conversions in Orange County NY require a building permit, zoning review, and full compliance with the NY Residential Code (19 NYCRR 1220). Converted space must meet egress, minimum 7-foot ceiling height, insulation (R-49 ceiling / R-20 walls for Climate Zone 5), smoke and CO alarms, and habitable-space standards. Replacement parking is often required.
Tiny homes on foundations must meet NY Residential Code (Appendix Q adopted). Tiny homes on wheels classified as RVs and cannot be permanent dwellings on residential lots.
No statewide ADU law. Orange County towns individually permit accessory apartments; Town of Warwick, Newburgh, and New Windsor have accessory-apartment provisions with owner-occupancy and size caps.
Carports in Orange County NY are treated as accessory structures under NY Residential Code 19 NYCRR 1220 and town zoning. A building permit is required, carports must meet zoning setbacks, and front-yard carports are prohibited in most Orange County residential zones. Roof design must meet a ground snow load of approximately 40-50 psf.
In Orange County NY, a building permit is required for sheds over 144 sq ft under the NY Building Code. Sheds under 144 sq ft are typically exempt but must meet zoning setbacks (usually 5-10 ft side, 10 ft rear) in Newburgh, Middletown, Goshen, and most towns.
Orange County NY towns regulate home occupations through individual zoning codes. Typical requirements: secondary to residential use, conducted by the resident, under 25 percent of floor area, no outside employees, limited client visits. Newburgh, Wallkill, and Warwick require special-use permits.
Customer visits at Orange County NY home businesses are limited by town home-occupation rules. Typical cap: 1-2 clients at a time during weekday daytime hours. Traffic and parking must not exceed residential character in Newburgh, Middletown, Goshen, and surrounding towns.
Family and group family daycare homes in Orange County NY are regulated by the NY Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) under 18 NYCRR Parts 417 and 416. Homes caring for 3-6 children require registration; 7-12 children require a license. Towns may add zoning conditions but cannot ban registered daycare homes under Social Services Law 390(12).
Home occupations are permitted in Orange County NY residential zones as an accessory use, subject to each town or village zoning code. Typical limits: no more than 25 percent of dwelling floor area used for business, no more than 1 non-resident employee, no outside storage, no exterior evidence of the business, and no increase in traffic.
Home-business signage is tightly limited in Orange County NY. Most towns (Newburgh, Middletown, Goshen, Warwick, Wallkill) allow one non-illuminated sign of 1-2 sq ft bearing only the occupant's name and profession.
NY Home Processor Exemption (Ag and Markets Law 251-z) allows sale of specific low-risk baked goods and jams from home without a commercial kitchen. Requires registration with NY Department of Ag and Markets.
NY Executive Law 378 and 19 NYCRR Part 1225 require smoke alarms in all residential buildings. 10-year sealed battery alarms required on new sales since April 2019.
Orange County NY follows NY State Fire Code and 6 NYCRR Part 215. Recreational fires allowed in towns under 20,000 population with restrictions. Towns set local rules.
Open burning regulated by 6 NYCRR Part 215. Statewide brush burn ban March 15-May 15. Burning household trash banned year-round statewide.
Orange County NY has moderate wildfire risk concentrated in the Hudson Highlands, Shawangunk Ridge, and Harriman/Bear Mountain State Park areas. Unlike western states, NY has not adopted a Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) code. NY DEC Region 3 issues fire-danger advisories and enforces the statewide March 16 to May 14 brush burning ban.
Consumer fireworks illegal in Orange County NY. Sparklers and ground-based sparkling devices legal for persons 18+ under NY General Business Law 156-h.
Orange County NY has no countywide defensible-space statute. NY DEC manages wildfire prevention on state lands including Black Rock Forest, Schunemunk State Park, and Sterling Forest. Individual towns may require nuisance-vegetation abatement.
Backyard recreational fires are permitted in most Orange County NY towns under 6 NYCRR Part 215 limits: under 3 ft in diameter and 2 ft tall, using untreated wood or charcoal, attended at all times. Residential brush burning is banned statewide March 16-May 14.
Orange County has no countywide quiet-hours ordinance. Local towns, villages, and cities (Newburgh, Middletown, Goshen, Warwick) set their own noise rules, typically 10 PM to 7 AM on weekdays.
Vehicle noise in Orange County NY is governed by NY Vehicle & Traffic Law §386. Modified exhausts, engine brakes ('jake brakes'), and loud motorcycles are subject to ticketing. The Orange County Sheriff's Office, NY State Police, and local police enforce on I-84, I-87 (NYS Thruway), US-6, and NY-17 (Quickway), as well as downtown streets in Newburgh, Middletown, and Goshen.
Commercial noise in Orange County NY is governed by local zoning and noise codes. Industrial zones along the I-84 corridor (Montgomery, New Windsor, Newburgh) permit higher daytime limits. Loading docks are generally restricted 10 PM-6 AM in Newburgh, Middletown, Goshen, and most Hudson Valley towns.
Orange County NY has no countywide leaf-blower ordinance. Gas and electric leaf blowers are permitted during normal landscaping hours set by each municipality including Newburgh, Middletown, and Goshen. No seasonal bans are in place countywide.
Construction hours are governed by local codes. Typical Orange County municipalities allow construction 7 AM-6 PM weekdays and 8 or 9 AM-5 PM Saturdays, with Sundays and holidays prohibited.
Amplified music audible beyond property lines after 10 PM is a violation in most Orange County municipalities. Outdoor venue permits required for events at Bethel Woods-adjacent venues, Legoland NY, and Motorcyclepedia.
Orange County enforces NY Ag & Markets Law Article 7 plus local dog nuisance codes. Persistent barking 15+ minutes or repeated barking is grounds for a summons under most town codes.
Stewart International Airport (SWF) in New Windsor is a joint civil-military field. Aircraft noise preempted by federal FAA law. Port Authority operates voluntary noise abatement procedures; no local curfew.
Lot coverage limits in Orange County NY residential zones typically run 20-40% for building coverage and 50-60% for total impervious surface. Town of Wallkill R-1 caps building coverage at 25%; Town of Newburgh R-3 at 30%. Hudson River and Moodna Creek watershed towns enforce stricter impervious limits to protect water quality under NYSDEC SPDES requirements.
Setbacks set by each town or village zoning code. Typical Orange County residential: 25-50 ft front, 10-15 ft side, 30-40 ft rear. Agricultural zones larger (50-100 ft). Town of Wallkill R-1: 35 ft front, 15 ft side. Warwick R-3: 40 ft front, 20 ft side.
Residential structure height limits typically 30-35 ft in Orange County towns. Commercial zones 40-50 ft. Village of Goshen historic district caps at 35 ft. Hudson River shoreline towns (Cornwall, New Windsor) have view-preservation height rules.
Commercial operations require FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate. Stewart Airport and West Point airspace require LAANC authorization. Night ops require Part 107.29 compliance plus anti-collision lighting.
FAA Part 107 preempts most local drone rules. NY State Parks ban drone takeoff/landing without permit. Orange County parks prohibit drones without written permission. West Point airspace restricted.
Light trespass addressed through town nuisance ordinances. No state statute specifically addressing residential light spillover. Property maintenance code (19 NYCRR 1226) covers blight conditions. Civil nuisance claims available under NY common law.
Orange County NY has no countywide dark-sky ordinance. Towns of Warwick and Tuxedo require full-cutoff fixtures in commercial zones, and Harriman State Park and Bear Mountain State Park follow informal dark-sky practices. Newburgh, Middletown, and Goshen regulate commercial lighting through site plan review. NYSERDA promotes LED efficiency under the NY Energy Code.
Architectural review committees in Orange County NY operate under CC&Rs recorded against the property. NY RPL 339-v requires condominium bylaws to specify the alteration approval process. Boards cannot unreasonably withhold consent per NY case law (Levandusky v One Fifth Ave business judgment rule and its progeny).
HOA disputes in Orange County NY are handled per the governing documents. Many declarations require internal mediation before litigation. The NY Attorney General Real Estate Finance Bureau accepts complaints about condo and co-op sponsors. Unit owners can sue to enforce the declaration under NY RPL 339-j, typically in Orange County Supreme Court in Goshen.
Condominium boards in Orange County NY are governed by NY Real Property Law Article 9-B (Condominium Act). Homeowner associations are governed by their declarations, covenants, and the NY Not-for-Profit Corporation Law if incorporated. Most declarations require 10-30 days written notice for annual and special meetings, with quorum and voting thresholds set by bylaws.
Common charges and assessments in Orange County NY are authorized by NY RPL 339-e (condominiums) and the declaration for HOAs. Unpaid charges become liens under RPL 339-z and 339-aa. Condominium HOAs can foreclose on liens for unpaid assessments, and late fees typically range 5-10 percent plus interest. Liens are generally subordinate to first mortgages.
HOAs in Orange County NY enforce CC&Rs through fines, liens, and injunctive relief. NY courts apply the Levandusky business judgment rule giving boards wide latitude if acting in good faith within authority. Selective enforcement is a recognized defense. NY RPL 339-j provides condo owners a private right of action to enforce declarations and bylaws.
No countywide rental registry. City of Newburgh requires rental registration and annual inspections under city code. Middletown requires rental certificates of compliance. Towns generally do not register rentals.
Orange County has not opted into NY Good Cause Eviction (Real Property Law Art 6-A, 2024). Covered tenants in opted-in municipalities get eviction protections; most Orange County towns have not adopted it.
Orange County is not covered by NY Emergency Tenant Protection Act (ETPA) rent stabilization. HSTPA 2019 tenant protections apply statewide: 30/60/90-day notice for rent hikes over 5%, security deposit cap at 1 month. Good Cause Eviction (2024) does not automatically apply to Orange County municipalities unless opted in.
Erosion and sediment control on construction sites in Orange County NY is required under the NY SPDES Construction General Permit and 6 NYCRR Part 750. The Orange County Soil & Water Conservation District reviews SWPPPs. Best management practices must follow the NY Standards & Specifications for Erosion and Sediment Control (Blue Book, 2016). Sites over 1 acre trigger mandatory SPDES coverage.
Grading permits required by town building departments for earthwork over 500 cubic yards typical. Drainage must not discharge onto neighbor property under NY common law (reasonable use rule). NYSDEC Article 15 permits required for work in protected streams.
Orange County enforces NY SPDES MS4 General Permit (GP-0-24-001) through municipal stormwater programs. Projects disturbing 1+ acre require SWPPP. Hudson and Wallkill River watersheds subject to additional DEC oversight. Orange County Soil & Water Conservation District assists.
Orange County participates in the NFIP. Hudson River, Wallkill River, Moodna Creek, and Ramapo River floodplains mapped by FEMA. Flood-prone communities include Port Jervis (Delaware River), Walden (Wallkill), and Cornwall-on-Hudson. Base Flood Elevation +2 ft freeboard required by NY Building Code.
Food trucks in Orange County NY require an Orange County Department of Health mobile food service establishment permit plus 10 NYCRR Part 14 (Subpart 14-2) compliance. Each municipality adds its own vendor license — Middletown and Newburgh typically charge $200-$500 annually. A commissary (approved commercial kitchen) is required for food storage and preparation.
Mobile food vending locations in Orange County NY are controlled by local zoning. Middletown restricts food trucks to commercial zones with a 200-foot buffer from brick-and-mortar restaurants during restaurant hours. Newburgh waterfront vending permits are limited and competitive. Vending on private property requires written owner consent and often site plan review.
Solar panel permits in Orange County NY use the NY State Unified Solar Permit adopted by most municipalities (Newburgh, Middletown, Goshen, Warwick, Wallkill). Flat fees run $0-$350 for residential systems under 25 kW. The NY-Sun incentive program plus NY State's 25% residential solar tax credit (up to $5,000) and federal 30% ITC apply. Building and electrical permits are required.
NY Real Property Law §335-b limits HOA restrictions on solar panels in Orange County NY. HOAs may not prohibit solar but may impose reasonable aesthetic rules such as orientation or color matching. NY has no explicit solar access easement statute; tree-shading disputes between neighbors are handled under common law nuisance and easement doctrine.
Mandatory recycling under Orange County Local Law and NY ECL 27-0717. Source-separated: paper, cardboard, glass, metal, plastics 1-2. Commercial generators must have recycling plan.
Bins placed at curb or edge of right-of-way, not in roadway. Must be removed within 24 hours of collection. Local codes prohibit storing bins in front yards between pickups.
Bulk items accepted at Orange County transfer stations (New Hampton, Newburgh) with tipping fees. Some municipalities offer scheduled bulk pickup 1-4 times per year. Mattresses, appliances, and electronics have separate rules.
Trash collection handled by municipalities or private haulers. Orange County Dept of Public Works operates transfer stations. Set-out generally after 6 PM day before pickup and before 7 AM pickup day.
NY Property Maintenance Code enforced locally. Newburgh has active vacant/blight program with registration requirement and fees. Middletown and Port Jervis enforce blight via code inspections.
Vacant lots must be kept free of debris, overgrowth, and nuisances under local property maintenance codes. Grass/weeds typically limited to 10-12 inches. Municipalities may mow and lien the owner.
Property owners must clear adjacent sidewalks after snowfall. Newburgh: within 24 hours of snow ending. Middletown: within 24 hours. Unincorporated towns generally have no sidewalk clearing requirement where sidewalks do not exist.
Garage sales permitted in residential zones. Most Orange County towns limit to 2-4 sales per year per household, 2-3 consecutive days each. Some require free permit.
Containers stored out of public view between collections. Must have tight-fitting lids. Code enforcement issues notices of violation for bins left at curb beyond 24 hours.
Garage sale signs allowed on private property with permission. Prohibited in public right-of-way, utility poles, and street signs. Must be removed within 24-48 hours after sale.
Political signs protected under First Amendment per Reed v. Town of Gilbert (2015). Orange County municipalities cannot impose content-based restrictions. Size and duration limits vary by town.
Holiday decorations permitted on private property. No size limits for residential displays. Lights and inflatables allowed seasonally. HOAs may impose restrictions.
No countywide juvenile curfew. City of Newburgh has curfew under Code Ch 171: under 17 prohibited 11 PM-6 AM weekdays, midnight-6 AM weekends. Middletown has similar ordinance.
Orange County parks closed dusk to dawn unless posted otherwise. Municipal parks typically close 10 PM-6 AM or dusk to dawn. Violations are trespass.
Most Orange County municipalities require peddler/solicitor permits with background check and fee. Newburgh, Middletown, and major towns enforce. Charitable and political solicitation First Amendment protected.
Residents may post No Soliciting signs with legal effect. Some Orange County municipalities maintain no-knock registries. Violators subject to trespass charges under NY Penal Law 140.05.
Under NY MRTA, municipalities had until Dec 31 2021 to opt out of retail dispensaries and consumption lounges. Many Orange County towns opted out; others allow. OCM licenses required; 500-foot school buffer.
NY MRTA allows adults 21+ to grow 3 mature and 3 immature plants per person, max 6 mature and 6 immature per household. Must be in secure, private location not visible to public. Effective for recreational use since 2022.
Pre-1978 housing in Orange County NY is subject to the federal EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule requiring certified lead-safe renovators. NY Public Health Law Title 10 requires universal lead testing for children at ages 1 and 2. The Orange County Department of Health investigates elevated blood lead cases and can order abatement under 10 NYCRR 67.
Elevators in Orange County NY are regulated under 12 NYCRR Part 26 by the NY Department of Labor. Annual inspections by a licensed elevator inspector are required, plus a full-load safety test every two years. A current Certificate of Operation must be posted in the cab. County buildings and multi-family buildings over three stories in Newburgh, Middletown, and Goshen face routine inspection.
Pest control in Orange County NY is governed by the NY Property Maintenance Code (19 NYCRR Part 1226) and NY Public Health Law. Landlords must provide pest-free rental units under the implied warranty of habitability (NY RPL §235-b). Pesticide applicators must be certified under 6 NYCRR Part 325 by NYSDEC. Commercial applications near sensitive sites require 48-hour neighbor notice under ECL §33-1004.
Scaffold safety in Orange County NY follows NY Industrial Code Rule 23 (12 NYCRR Part 23) and NY Labor Law 240/241 (Scaffold Law). Municipal building departments in Middletown, Newburgh, and Port Jervis enforce permit requirements for scaffolds over 40 feet.