ADU · Sullivan County
Can you build an ADU in Neversink, NY?
Town of Neversink has 5 districts. All districts prohibit ADUs. Check your address to confirm the district that applies to your parcel:
What the Neversink 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resource Conservation District | 5 ac | 75 / 40 / 50 ft | 35 ft | No |
| Rural Residential District (3-acre) | 3 ac | 60 / 25 / 50 ft | 35 ft | No |
| Rural Residential District (2-acre) | 2 ac | 50 / 25 / 50 ft | 35 ft | No |
| Rural Settlement District | 2 ac | 50 / 25 / 50 ft | 35 ft | No |
| Hamlet District | 1 ac | 25 / 10 / 25 ft | 35 ft | No |
ADUs vs. short-term rentals in Neversink
No local short-term-rental law on record - which is not the same as permission for Town of Neversink. No local STR ordinance found as of Jun 2026. The Town of Neversink has not passed a specific STR permitting law; Sullivan County room tax registration is the primary requirement. 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 minimum1–3 ac — an ADU still has to fit the district's lot and setback envelope.
- UtilityNYSEG territory.
- Building dept(845) 985-2262
- Last reviewed2026-08-16
ADU FAQ — Neversink, NY
Are ADUs allowed in Neversink, NY?
Town of Neversink has 5 districts. All districts prohibit ADUs. Check your address with the free ADU checker, or confirm with the building department at (845) 985-2262.
Do I need a special permit for an ADU in Neversink?
No. No district in Town of Neversink permits an ADU, so there is no permit to apply for. Codes change, so verify with the building department at (845) 985-2262 before ruling it out.
Can I use an ADU as a short-term rental in Neversink?
No local short-term-rental law on record - which is not the same as permission for Town of Neversink. 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 Neversink
Permission is one question and budget is another. An 800 sq ft accessory unit here runs roughly $190k–250k 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 Neversink, priced by size.
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ADU information for Town of Neversink 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 (845) 985-2262 before relying on any answer. Source: Offsite / Aldo zoning dataset, municipalData.js.