Sullivan County
Town of Cochecton, NY: zoning for new construction
Thinking about building in the Town of Cochecton? Here is what the zoning actually says, pulled straight from the town code. Town of Cochecton runs 7 zoning districts, with residential minimum lot sizes ranging from 1 to 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rural Residential District | 5 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Residential District | 2 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Hamlet Commercial District | 1 ac | — | 35 ft | No |
| Business District | 2 ac | — | 35 ft | No |
| Industrial District | 3 ac | — | 45 ft | No |
| Conservation District | 10 ac | — | 35 ft | No |
| Agricultural-Rural District | 10 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
Short-term rentals
Short-term rentals - see local ordinance. No local STR ordinance found as of Jun 2026. The town considered STR regulation during its comprehensive plan rewrite but has not passed a local law.
Good to know
- UtilityNYSEG territory.
- Building dept(845) 932-8360
- Last reviewed2026-06-02
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Zoning figures for Town of Cochecton are compiled from the municipal code (last reviewed 2026-06-02) 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) 932-8360 before relying on any number. Source: Offsite / Aldo zoning dataset, municipalData.js.