Columbia County
Village of Valatie, NY: zoning for new construction
Thinking about building in the Village of Valatie? Here is what the zoning actually says, pulled straight from the village code. Village of Valatie runs 6 zoning districts, with residential minimum lot sizes ranging from 0.23 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 | 0.46 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Residential 2 | 0.23 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Business 1 | — | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Business 2 | 0.46 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Light Industrial | 0.46 ac | — | 35 ft | No |
| Industrial | 0.92 ac | — | 35 ft | No |
Short-term rentals
Short-term rentals - see local ordinance. No STR-specific local law found as of Jun 2026. Village has a general rental property chapter but no dedicated STR permit, cap, or night-limit ordinance.
Good to know
- UtilityCentral Hudson territory.
- Zoning codeecode360.com/38837960
- Building dept(518) 758-9806
- Last reviewed2026-06-02
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Zoning figures for Village of Valatie 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) 758-9806 before relying on any number. Source: Offsite / Aldo zoning dataset, municipalData.js.