Columbia County
Village of Chatham, NY: zoning for new construction
Thinking about building in the Village of Chatham? Here is what the zoning actually says, pulled straight from the village code. Village of Chatham runs 6 zoning districts, with residential minimum lot sizes ranging from 0.17 to 0.92 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residential (1- & 2-family) | 0.17 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Suburban Residential | 0.34 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Commercial 1 | — | — | 40 ft | No |
| Commercial 2 (Church-Coleman) | 0.17 ac | — | 35 ft | No |
| Commercial 3 (Southern Gateway) | 0.46 ac | — | 35 ft | No |
| Industrial | 0.92 ac | — | 35 ft | No |
Short-term rentals
Short-term rentals - see local ordinance. No Village of Chatham STR ordinance found as of Jun 2026. The surrounding Town of Chatham has its own STR law (LL No. 6 of 2023) that does not apply within village boundaries. Village has a general rental property registration chapter only.
Good to know
- UtilityCentral Hudson territory.
- Zoning codeecode360.com/29136282
- Building dept(518) 392-5821
- Last reviewed2026-06-02
Sizing up a specific parcel in Chatham?
Aldo pulls the exact zoning district, setbacks, and build feasibility for any parcel - before you buy. Run a free zoning report.
Try Aldo free →Other Columbia County towns
Zoning figures for Village of Chatham 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) 392-5821 before relying on any number. Source: Offsite / Aldo zoning dataset, municipalData.js.