Ulster County
Town of Ulster, NY: zoning for new construction
Thinking about building in the Town of Ulster? Here is what the zoning actually says, pulled straight from the town code. Town of Ulster runs 8 zoning districts, with residential minimum lot sizes ranging from 0.92 to 1.38 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-60 Residential | 1.38 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| R-30 Residential | 0.92 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| R-10 Residential | 0.92 ac | — | 35 ft | As of right |
| LC Local Commercial | — | — | 35 ft | No |
| HC Highway Commercial | — | — | 60 ft | No |
| RC Regional Commercial | — | — | 60 ft | No |
| OM Office and Manufacturing | — | — | 75 ft | No |
| I Industrial | — | — | 60 ft | No |
Short-term rentals
Short-term rentals - see local ordinance. STR regulation status unconfirmed. Contact Town of Ulster to verify before proceeding. Municipal source
Good to know
- UtilityCentral Hudson territory.
- Zoning codetownofulster.ny.gov/wp-content/uploads/zoning-law.pdf
- Building dept(845) 338-5012
- Last reviewedApr 2026
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Zoning figures for Town of Ulster 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) 338-5012 before relying on any number. Source: Offsite / Aldo zoning dataset, municipalData.js.