Columbia County
Town of Austerlitz, NY: zoning for new construction
Thinking about building in the Town of Austerlitz? Here is what the zoning actually says, pulled straight from the town code. Town of Austerlitz runs 3 zoning districts, with residential minimum lot sizes ranging from 1 to 2 acres depending on the district. Short-term rentals - see local ordinance here. Use the district figures below to size up a parcel before you buy, then confirm the specifics with the building department.
Zoning districts
| District | Min lot | Setbacks F / S / R | Max height | ADU |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural-Hamlet | 1 ac | — | 40 ft | As of right |
| Main Street-Hamlet | 1 ac | — | 40 ft | As of right |
| Rural Residential | 2 ac | — | 40 ft | As of right |
Short-term rentals
Short-term rentals - see local ordinance. Local Law No. 2 of 2025 amended the zoning code to require an STR permit issued by the Code Enforcement Officer; public hearing held May 15, 2025 and code updated through July 2025 per ecode360.
Good to know
- UtilityNYSEG territory.
- Zoning codeecode360.com/14711110
- Building dept(518) 392-3260
- Last reviewed2026-06-02
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Zoning figures for Town of Austerlitz are compiled from the municipal code (last reviewed 2026-06-02) and provided for decision-support only - not legal, engineering, or architectural advice. Setback and dimensional standards often carry conditions and exceptions; verify with the building department at (518) 392-3260 before relying on any number. Source: Offsite / Aldo zoning dataset, municipalData.js.