Dutchess County
Village of Red Hook, NY: zoning for new construction
Thinking about building in the Village of Red Hook? Here is what the zoning actually says, pulled straight from the village code. Village of Red Hook runs 5 zoning districts, with residential minimum lot sizes ranging from 0.23 to 0.46 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 20,000 sqft | 0.46 ac | — | 35 ft | special-use-permit |
| Residential 10,000 sqft | 0.23 ac | — | 35 ft | special-use-permit |
| General Business | 0.46 ac | — | 45 ft | No |
| Gateway Business | — | — | 35 ft | No |
| Neighborhood Mixed Use | 0.23 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
Short-term rentals
Short-term rentals - see local ordinance. No local STR registration law as of Jun 2026 (note: Town of Red Hook has a separate permit requirement that does not apply within the Village). Dutchess County occupancy tax registration required. Verify with Village of Red Hook Village Clerk at (845) 758-4613 for any recent local law changes.
Good to know
- UtilityCentral Hudson territory.
- Zoning codeecode360.com/15547781
- Building dept(845) 758-4613
- Last reviewed2026-05-31
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Zoning figures for Village of Red Hook 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 (845) 758-4613 before relying on any number. Source: Offsite / Aldo zoning dataset, municipalData.js.