Zoning Verification Letters

Purpose

When a Zoning Verification Letter is requested on a property, the staff will perform a search of Town records in order to provide specific information, such as the current/past zoning, applicable zoning district regulations pursuant to Huntington Town Code, Zoning Board of Appeals decisions (approved or denied), whether there are open violations and/or complaints, and whether there are existing non-conformities.

The staff will typically include the following with the letter: a copy of the Building and Housing Site History; a copy of the Zoning Board of Appeals decisions (approved or denied); a copy of the most recently approved site plan and/or landscape plan; and a print-out of the applicable zoning district regulations.

FAQ’s

What is the fee associated with a request for a Zoning Verification Letter?
There is a non-refundable fee of $250.00 in the form of a check payable to:  Town of Huntington.

How long does it take to obtain a Zoning Verification Letter?
It will take approximately four (4) to six (6) weeks or more, depending on the property, to receive the Zoning Verification Letter.

What information do I need to provide with my request for a Zoning Verification Letter?
Your request must include the District, Section, Block and Lot number(s) (DSBL), property address and what specific information you are requesting with respect to the property.

Will the Zoning Verification Letter include copies of certificates of occupancy and copies of complaints/violations issued?
The Zoning Verification Letter will not include copies of certificates of occupancy or copies of complaints/violations issued.  Copies of certificates of occupancy can be obtained from the Department of Engineering Services, Division of Building and Housing, and complaints/violations should be requested from the Department of Public Safety, Division of Code Enforcement.