Dutchess County
Town of North East, NY: zoning for new construction
Thinking about building in the Town of North East? Here is what the zoning actually says, pulled straight from the town code. Town of North East runs 5 zoning districts, with residential minimum lot sizes ranging from 0.46 to 5 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 District | 5 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Very Low Density Residential District | 3 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Low Density Residential District | 1 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Medium Density Residential District | 0.46 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Land Conservation District | — | — | 35 ft | No |
Short-term rentals
Short-term rentals - see local ordinance. No local STR registration law as of Jun 2026. Dutchess County occupancy tax registration required. Verify with Town of North East Building Dept at (518) 789-4041 for any recent local law changes.
Good to know
- UtilityCentral Hudson territory.
- Zoning codeecode360.com/28916951
- Building dept(518) 789-4041
- Last reviewed2026-05-31
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Zoning figures for Town of North East are compiled from the municipal code (last reviewed 2026-05-31) 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) 789-4041 before relying on any number. Source: Offsite / Aldo zoning dataset, municipalData.js.