Sullivan County
Town of Forestburgh, NY: zoning for new construction
The Town of Forestburgh sets a residential minimum of about 2.3 acres in Rural Residential District, one of its 5 zoning districts. Short-term rentals allowed with local rules. Power here is NYSEG territory. The district table below has the setbacks, height limits and coverage - confirm the specifics with the building department at (845) 794-0611 before you rely on a figure.
Looking specifically at an accessory dwelling unit? See ADU rules for Forestburgh →
Zoning districts
| District | Min lot | Setbacks F / S / R | Max height | ADU |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rural Residential District | 2.3 ac | 75 / 50 / 100 ft | 30 ft | No |
| Resource Conservation District | 5 ac | 150 / 50 / 150 ft | 30 ft | No |
| Business District (B1) | 2.3 ac | 75 / 50 / 100 ft | 30 ft | No |
| Business District (B2) | 2.3 ac | 75 / 50 / 100 ft | 30 ft | No |
| Business District (B3) | 2.3 ac | 75 / 50 / 100 ft | 30 ft | No |
Short-term rentals
Short-term rentals allowed with local rules. Town of Forestburgh adopted STR regulations as part of Local Law No. 3-2023 (effective November 2, 2023) requiring annual permits, a $500 inspection fee, and a $25 permit fee upon passing; STRs may not adversely affect residential character.
Good to know
- UtilityNYSEG territory.
- Building dept(845) 794-0611
- Last reviewed2026-08-16
Working out a budget? A standard-finish build here runs $195–$256/sq ft , and a conforming lot adds about $66,601 on top - see the full cost to build a house in Forestburgh, or what an ADU costs here.
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Zoning figures for Town of Forestburgh are compiled from the municipal code (last reviewed 2026-08-16) 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) 794-0611 before relying on any number. Source: Offsite / Aldo zoning dataset, municipalData.js.