ADU · Rockland County
Can you build an ADU in Pomona, NY?
Village of Pomona has 1 district. The only district allows ADUs with occupancy restrictions. Check your address to confirm the district that applies to your parcel:
What the Pomona 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residence - the Village's only zoning district | 0.92 ac | 50 / 25 / 30 ft | 35 ft | Occupancy restricted |
ADUs vs. short-term rentals in Pomona
Short-term rentals prohibited for Village of Pomona. Short-term rentals are BANNED. § 130-16V of Zoning Chapter 130 carries the prohibition, and § 130-24 makes a violation of it punishable by fine with EACH SHORT-TERM RENTAL PERIOD OFFERED counted as a separate offence and an escalating penalty on the second. § 130-4 defines a SHORT-TERM RENTAL as a dwelling unit let for 29 consecutive nights or less for monetary compensation or other valuable consideration. New York State's 2025 short-term rental registry (Ch. 99 of the Laws of 2025) separately requires every host statewide to register the unit regardless of local law. Confirm with Village of Pomona at (845) 354-0545 before listing. 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 minimum0.92 ac — an ADU still has to fit the district's lot and setback envelope.
- UtilityOrange & Rockland territory.
- Building dept(845) 354-0545
- Last reviewed2026-07-21
ADU FAQ — Pomona, NY
Are ADUs allowed in Pomona, NY?
Village of Pomona has 1 district. The only district allows ADUs with occupancy restrictions. Check your address with the free ADU checker, or confirm with the building department at (845) 354-0545.
Do I need a special permit for an ADU in Pomona?
No district in Village of Pomona requires a special-use permit for an ADU - 1 district allows ADUs with occupancy restrictions. Site-plan review or a building permit may still apply.
Can I use an ADU as a short-term rental in Pomona?
Short-term rentals prohibited for Village of Pomona. 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 Pomona
Permission is one question and budget is another. An 800 sq ft accessory unit here runs roughly $225k–295k 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 Pomona, priced by size.
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ADU information for Village of Pomona is compiled from the municipal code (last reviewed 2026-07-21) 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 (845) 354-0545 before relying on any answer. Source: Offsite / Aldo zoning dataset, municipalData.js.