Ulster County
Town of Marlborough, NY: zoning for new construction
Thinking about building in the Town of Marlborough? Here is what the zoning actually says, pulled straight from the town code. Town of Marlborough runs 7 zoning districts, with residential minimum lot sizes ranging from 0.34 to 5 acres depending on the district. Short-term rentals allowed with registration 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R Residential | 0.46 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| R-1 Residential | 1 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| R-Ag-1 Rural Agricultural | 1 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| C-1 Hamlet Commercial | 0.34 ac | — | 35 ft | No |
| C-2 Highway Commercial | 2 ac | — | 35 ft | No |
| HD Harbor Development | 5 ac | — | 45 ft | No |
| I Industrial | 0.46 ac | — | 35 ft | No |
Short-term rentals
Short-term rentals allowed with registration. STR permit required in the Town of Marlborough. Contact Building Dept at (845) 236-7600 to confirm current permit requirements, fees, and any operating restrictions. Municipal source
Good to know
- UtilityCentral Hudson territory.
- Zoning codeecode360.com/MA0587
- Building dept(845) 236-7600
- Last reviewedApr 2026
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Zoning figures for Town of Marlborough are compiled from the municipal code (last reviewed Apr 2026) 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) 236-7600 before relying on any number. Source: Offsite / Aldo zoning dataset, municipalData.js.