Sullivan County
Town of Lumberland, NY: zoning for new construction
Thinking about building in the Town of Lumberland? Here is what the zoning actually says, pulled straight from the town code. Town of Lumberland runs 7 zoning districts, with residential minimum lot sizes ranging from 2 to 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Hamlet District | 3 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Rural Residential District | 5 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Hillside District | 5 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Glen Spey District | 3 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Mohican Lake District | 2 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Mongaup River Valley District | 5 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| Black Forest District | 5 ac | — | 35 ft | No |
Short-term rentals
Short-term rentals - see local ordinance. No local STR ordinance found as of Jun 2026. As of late 2024 the Town of Lumberland was still gathering information on STRs and had not passed any regulations.
Good to know
- UtilityNYSEG territory.
- Building dept(845) 856-8600
- Last reviewed2026-06-02
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Zoning figures for Town of Lumberland 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) 856-8600 before relying on any number. Source: Offsite / Aldo zoning dataset, municipalData.js.