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New Rochelle, New York

Establishing "urban agriculture" as a permitted use in all six Downtown Overlay Zones

New Rochelle, N.Y., Code § 331-175

Last Visited 5/7/26
Policy Summary

This regulation pertains to six Downtown Overlay Zones and features urban agriculture related uses as a permitted use in all districts. “Urban agriculture” includes growing of plants and crops, but not animal husbandry; also includes aquaculture and community gardens (which must be operated by a public or non-profit organization, and may grow flowers and produce for household use, sale, or donation). Greenhouses and other structures are also allowed, and may exceed maximum height limits. Greenhouses that are dedicated to produce are given even more latitude.

State New York
Jurisdiction Name New Rochelle
Jurisdiction Type city
Population Size 50k-200k
Legal Strategies
  • Requires something and sets standards
  • Expressly allows something
Food System Topics
  • Urban Agriculture
  • Zoning, Planning & Land Use
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