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Can you build an ADU in Coxsackie, NY?
Village of Coxsackie has 14 districts. All districts prohibit ADUs. Check your address to confirm the district that applies to your parcel:
What the Coxsackie code indicates by district
The table below shows how each district treats ADUs, alongside the lot and setback standards that govern a second unit. District boundaries and conditions vary, so treat this as a starting point and confirm the district that applies to your parcel.
| District | Min lot | Setbacks F / S / R | Max height | ADU |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfront Recreation District | 1 ac | 10 / 20 / 50 ft | 35 ft | No |
| Rural Residential Agriculture District | 1 ac | 25 / 10 / 50 ft | 35 ft | No |
| Waterfront Residential District | 1 ac | 25 / 25 / 50 ft | 35 ft | No |
| Medium Density Residential-1 District | 0.46 ac | 10 / 5 / 25 ft | 45 ft | No |
| Medium Density Residential-2 District | 0.23 ac | 10 / 5 / 25 ft | 45 ft | No |
| Medium Density Residential-3 District | 0.23 ac | 10 / 5 / 25 ft | 45 ft | No |
| Mixed Residential District | 0.17 ac | 10 / 5 / 25 ft | 45 ft | No |
| Community Services and Recreation District | 0.23 ac | 10 / 25 / 12 ft | 45 ft | No |
| Village Center District | 0.07 ac | 10 / 5 / 50 ft | 35 ft | No |
| Waterfront Development District | 0.06 ac | 10 / 5 / 50 ft | 35 ft | No |
| Neighborhood Commercial District | 0.11 ac | 10 / 10 / 12 ft | 45 ft | No |
| Community Commercial District | 0.11 ac | 10 / 10 / 12 ft | 45 ft | No |
| Industrial District | 0.46 ac | 40 / 25 / 50 ft | 45 ft | No |
| Planned Development District | — | — | — | No |
ADUs vs. short-term rentals in Coxsackie
Short-term rentals allowed with local rules for Village of Coxsackie. Village of Coxsackie enacted Local Law #4 of 2023 requiring annual STR registration ($250/building + $100/unit); STRs capped at 15 units in Community Commercial and 10 buildings in Village Center zones; non-owner-occupied units must be in qualifying zoning districts. These are separate questions from whether you can build an ADU — a unit you're allowed to add isn't automatically one you're allowed to rent nightly, so check both.
Good to know
- Residential lot minimum0.17–1 ac — an ADU still has to fit the district's lot and setback envelope.
- UtilityCentral Hudson territory.
- Building dept(518) 731-2718
- Last reviewed2026-08-16
ADU FAQ — Coxsackie, NY
Are ADUs allowed in Coxsackie, NY?
Village of Coxsackie has 14 districts. All districts prohibit ADUs. Check your address with the free ADU checker, or confirm with the building department at (518) 731-2718.
Do I need a special permit for an ADU in Coxsackie?
No. No district in Village of Coxsackie permits an ADU, so there is no permit to apply for. Codes change, so verify with the building department at (518) 731-2718 before ruling it out.
Can I use an ADU as a short-term rental in Coxsackie?
Short-term rentals allowed with local rules for Village of Coxsackie. ADU occupancy and short-term-rental rules are separate: an ADU you can build isn't automatically one you can rent nightly. Confirm both before you count on STR income.
What an ADU costs to build in Coxsackie
Permission is one question and budget is another. An 800 sq ft accessory unit here runs roughly $195k–255k at a standard finish, and the per-square-foot rate comes in above a full house because the kitchen, bath, panel and heating plant cost the same either way. See the full cost to build an ADU in Coxsackie, priced by size.
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ADU information for Village of Coxsackie is compiled from the municipal code (last reviewed 2026-08-16) and provided for decision-support only — not legal or architectural advice. ADU eligibility, size, owner-occupancy and permit conditions vary by district and often carry exceptions; verify with the building department at (518) 731-2718 before relying on any answer. Source: Offsite / Aldo zoning dataset, municipalData.js.