Dutchess County
Town of Poughkeepsie, NY: zoning for new construction
Thinking about building in the Town of Poughkeepsie? Here is what the zoning actually says, pulled straight from the town code. Town of Poughkeepsie runs 5 zoning districts, with residential minimum lot sizes ranging from 0.23 to 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residence Single-Family 4 Acre | 4 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Residence Single-Family 2 Acre | 2 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Residence Single-Family 1.5 Acre | 1.5 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Residence Single-Family 20,000 sqft | 0.46 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Residence Multifamily | 0.23 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
Short-term rentals
Short-term rentals - see local ordinance. STR law adopted 2023. Hosted STRs require building permit; unhosted STRs require Special Use Permit from Town Board. Annual night limits enforced. Contact Zoning Dept at (845) 485-3650 for current requirements.
Good to know
- UtilityCentral Hudson territory.
- Zoning codeecode360.com/6324420
- Building dept(845) 485-3650
- Last reviewed2026-06-01
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Zoning figures for Town of Poughkeepsie are compiled from the municipal code (last reviewed 2026-06-01) 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 (845) 485-3650 before relying on any number. Source: Offsite / Aldo zoning dataset, municipalData.js.