Dutchess County
Village of Wappingers Falls, NY: zoning for new construction
Thinking about building in the Village of Wappingers Falls? Here is what the zoning actually says, pulled straight from the village code. Village of Wappingers Falls runs 7 zoning districts governing what you can build and where. 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 | — | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Village Residential | — | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Residential Mixed Use | — | — | 42 ft | As of right |
| Village Mixed Use | — | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Village Commercial | — | — | 42 ft | No |
| Commercial Mixed Use | — | — | 42 ft | As of right |
| Bleachery | — | — | 55 ft | As of right |
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 Village of Wappingers Falls Village Clerk at (845) 297-8773 for any recent local law changes.
Good to know
- UtilityCentral Hudson territory.
- Zoning codeecode360.com/44505106
- Building dept(845) 297-8773
- Last reviewed2026-05-31
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Zoning figures for Village of Wappingers Falls 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) 297-8773 before relying on any number. Source: Offsite / Aldo zoning dataset, municipalData.js.