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Old 12-01-2017, 09:17 AM
 
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Hello!

We have a bit of land on Long Island and are interested in building a 12 x 12 cabin on it.

Can anyone tell me:

a) where to read about rules and regs relating to cabins (or additional living spaces, however they're termed)
b) are property taxes increased assuming the cabin has running water and electric
c) is there a limit to how many cabins one can build on their land
d) what other factors might be relevant

Thanks very much!
HP
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Old 12-01-2017, 11:10 AM
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Ha. Good luck.
Everything varies by municipalities, so if you even have a shot it would depend on the local zoning laws. Where is the property located and how large is the parcel?
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Old 12-01-2017, 02:06 PM
 
Location: East Northport
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Building codes are set by the individual towns so you would have to check with the local government. But I have to tell you, I don't think any of them would allow something as small as 12 by 12.
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Old 12-01-2017, 03:19 PM
 
Location: Babylon Town
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There are minimum size requirements for living space within every municipality.
You said a bit of land, there is also lot size requirements.

Also, if there will be water/power to the structure you will need to deal with the Health Department and PSEG.

Each town has the Code online. eCode360® Library : The Best User Experience | General Code

You may need to know the zone of the lot though to get good info....

Good Luck!
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Old 12-06-2017, 07:17 AM
 
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Old 12-06-2017, 07:47 AM
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Yeah, no.
Can’t get away with those either.
Already looked into it.
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Old 12-06-2017, 08:20 AM
 
Location: Inis Fada
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The way to beat the housing gestapo is with these tiny home designs on wheels.

65 Best Tiny Houses 2017 - Small House Pictures & Plans

65 Best Tiny Houses 2017 - Small House Pictures & Plans

Hey check it out , these high-end tiny homes can be outfitted with a wood-fired hot tub, and can be rented in the UK if you want to try them out.

Housing gestapo. LOL

Brookhaven does not view these as homes. Someone in my area had one in her side yard. She was told to remove it.
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Old 12-06-2017, 01:53 PM
 
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Housing gestapo. LOL

Brookhaven does not view these as homes. Someone in my area had one in her side yard. She was told to remove it.

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But where does it say you can't have a motor-home ? I moved and I still hate those people !

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Old 12-07-2017, 05:34 AM
 
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A tiny house trailer isn't a motorhome.
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Old 12-07-2017, 09:34 AM
 
Location: Inis Fada
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But where does it say you can't have a motor-home ? I moved and I still hate those people !
Where did I write motor home?

Brookhaven views tiny houses as accessory structures not unlike a shed. If you view them as a motor home, then they have to be registered with DMV and insured.
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