Laws of Danby
Law Number
Date Passed
Title and Summary
#1 of 2013
14-Jan-2013
Veterans' Tax Exemption
A Local Law that grants real property tax exemptions for veterans under the Alternative Exemption Program, with specific levels of exemptions. The Law also provides a ten-year exemption for veterans who rendered military service during the "Cold War" with specific levels of exemption.
#4 of 2011
14-Nov-2011
Road Use and Preservation Law
The purpose of this local law is to maintain the safety and general welfare of Town residents by regulating high-impact activities that have the potential to adversely impact roads and public and non-public property.
#3 of 2011
12-Sep-2011
A Local Law Amending and Clarifying the Town of Danby Zoning Ordinance to Prohibit Gas and Petroleum Mining and Related Activities
The purpose of this Local Law is to clarify, update, and amend the Town of Danby Zoning Ordinance by, among other things, clarifying allowed uses relative to light industrial uses and operations; clarifying allowed uses relative to gas and oil mining and hydraulic (and other) fracturing; and to ensure that Town of Danby zoning laws comport with the Town of Danby Comprehensive Plan.
#2 of 2011
04-Apr-2011
A Local Law Amending the Town of Danby Zoning Ordinance Related to Enforcement, Building Permits, Certificate of Occupancy, Temporary Certificate, Operating Permit, Planning Board, and Violations and Penalties
The purpose of this Local Law is to update and amend the Town of Danby Zoning Ordinance related to certain processes and procedures related to building projects and to clarify the appointment of Alternates to the Planning Board.
#1 of 2011
10-Jan-2011
Dog Licensing and Control Law
The purpose of this local law is to provide for the licensing and identification of dogs, as required by New York State Law. The Law outlines all processes, procedures, and fees for licensing dogs and relate violations to this law.
#3 of 2010
08-Feb-2010
Stormwater Amendments to Subdivision and Land Division Regulations
The purpose of this local law is to update the Subdivision and Land Division Regulations of the Town of Danby, New York, Town of Danby (Local Law Number 4 of 2007, as amended by Local Law Number 3 of 2009), to ensure that the requirements of the Town of Danby Stormwater Local Law are incorporated into said Subdivision and Land Division Regulations, or appropriately referenced therein, so as to ensure that the goals of subdivision and stormwater management and control are mutually achieved.
#2 of 2010
08-Feb-2010
Stormwater Amendments to Town of Danby Zoning Ordinance
The purpose of this local law is to update the Town's Zoning Ordinance to ensure that the requirements of the Town of Danby Stormwater Local Law are incorporated into the Zoning Ordinance, or appropriately referenced therein, so as to ensure that the goals of zoning and stormwater control are mutually achieved.
#1 of 2010
08-Feb-2010
Stormwater Management and Erosion and Sediment Control Law
The purpose of this local law is to establish minimum Stormwater management requirements and standards, including, as applicable, Land Development Activity and Stormwater Management Practice requirements and standards necessary to minimize potential harm to the environment, to promote public health, welfare, and safety, and to control and minimize the adverse effects associated with Erosion, Sedimentation, unregulated Stormwater, Point Source Pollution, and Nonpoint Source Pollution.
#3 of 2009
21-Sep-2009
Amending Subdivision and Land Division Regulations Related to the Classification of Land Divisions
The purpose of this local law is to amend the criteria to be met for large-lot and small-lot land divisions by permit.
#2 of 2009
08-Jun-2009
Related to the Right to Engage in Agricultural Activity in the Town of Danby
The purpose of this local law is to help maintain and preserve the rural tradition and character of the Town of Danby, to protect the existence and operation of farms, and to encourage the initiation and expansion of farms and agricultural uses, where such farms and agricultural uses employ sound agricultural practices.
#1 of 2009
12-Jan-2009
Towing of Unlawfully Parked Vehicles
The purpose of this local law is to authorize for the removal of and storage of vehicles parked or abandoned on highways during snowstorms, floods, fires, and other public emergencies or found unattended where they constitute an obstruction to traffic as determined by the Town Superintendent of Highways.
#2 of 2008
14-Jul-2008
Fees for Licensing of Dogs in the Town of Danby
The purpose of this local law is to set forth the fees for the licensing of dogs in the Town of Danby.
#1 of 2008
14-Jul-2008
Emergency Towing of Vehicles
The purpose of this local law is to authorize for the removal of and storage of vehicles parked or abandoned on highways during snowstorms, floods, fires, and other public emergencies or found unattended where they constitute an obstruction to traffic as determined by the Town Superintendent of Highways.
#4 of 2007
13-Aug-2007
Amending the Subdivision Regulations of the Town of Danby by Reclassifying Certain Land Divisions and Subdivisions, Modifying Procedures Related to such Land Divisions and Subdivisions, and Incorporating Standards and Guidelines Set Forth in the State Environmental Conservation Review Act
These regulations are intended to guide and protect the community's physical, social, and aesthetic development in accordance with the Town of Danby Comprehensive Plan, and to help the Town of Danby grow in an orderly, efficient, and economical manner which maintains and reflects the individuality and character of the Town. These regulations are also intended to protect the natural, agricultural, and historical resources of the town and to promote the responsible use of these resources.
#3 of 2007
09-Apr-2007
Amending the Zoning Ordinance of the Town of Danby to Establish Planned Development Zone 19 for "White Hawk Ecovillage".
The purpose of this local law is as stated in the title.
#2 of 2007
12-Feb-2007
Amending the Zoning Ordinance of the Town of Danby Related to Permits to Build, Board of Appeals, and Planning Board
This local law defines the positions and responsibilities of the Code Enforcement Officer and members of the Zoning Board of Appeals and Planning Board.
#1 of 2007
12-Feb-2007
Amending Local Law #3 of 1984, Providing for the Administration and Enforcement of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code
This local law provides for the administration and enforcement of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and the State Energy Conservation Construction Code in the Town of Danby Except as otherwise provided in the Uniform Code, other state law, or any section of this local law, all buildings, structures, and premises, regardless of occupancy, are subject to the provisions of this local law.
#3 of 2005
11-May-2005
Amending the Subdivision Regulations in the Town of Danby Regarding Administration, Notification Procedures, Subdivision Classification, Review and Approval Procedures, Clustered Subdivisions, Open Space Standards, Environmental Conservation, Street Improvements, Certification of Improvements, Submission Requirements and Definitions
These regulations are intended to guide and protect the community's physical, social, and aesthetic development in accordance with the Town of Danby Comprehensive Plan, and to help the Town of Danby grow in an orderly, efficient, and economical manner which maintains and reflects the individuality and character of the Town. These regulations are also intended to protect the natural, agricultural, and historical resources of the town and to promote the responsible use of these resources.
#2 of 2005
11-May-2005
Amending the Zoning Map by Changing Certain Areas Classified Medium Density Residential Zone to Low Density Zone
The purpose of this local law is as stated in the title.
#1 of 2005
11-May-2005
Amending the Zoning Ordinance Regarding the Number of Lots Allowed and Required Lot Area
The purpose of this local law is as stated in the title.
Town Board Resolutions
Document Type
Date / Number
Description / Links
Resolution
Number 03 of 2016
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Resolution
Number 06 of 2014
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Resolution
Number 06 of 2014
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Resolution
Number 06 of 2014
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Resolution Documents (total of 45)
Document Type
Date / Number
Description / Links
Resolution
Number 06 of 2014
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Resolution
Number 01 of 2014
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Resolution
Number 02 of 2013
PDF
Resolution
Number 01 of 2013
PDF
Resolution
Number 01 of 2013
PDF
Resolution
Number 09 of 2012
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Resolution
Number 09 of 2012
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Resolution
Number 09 of 2012
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Resolution
Number 08 of 2012
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Resolution
Number 08 of 2012
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Resolution
Number 06 of 2012
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Resolution
Number 06 of 2012
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Resolution
Number 06 of 2012
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Resolution
Number 06 of 2012
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Resolution
Number 05 of 2012
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Resolution
Number 04 of 2012
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Resolution
Number 03 of 2012
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Resolution
Number 03 of 2012
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Resolution
Number 02 of 2012
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Resolution
Number 02 of 2012
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Resolution
Number 54 of 2010
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Resolution
Number 08 of 2010
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Resolution
Number 18 of 2009
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Documents and Forms
Date
Size
Title and Summary
10-Jun-2013
356 kB
Town of Danby Zoning Ordinance
Town of Danby Zoning Ordinance incorporating changes up to and including 10-Jun-2013.
09-Apr-2013
199 kB
Town of Danby Zoning Ordinance
Town of Danby Zoning Ordinance incorporating changes up to and including 09-Apr-2013.
18-Mar-2013
326 kB
Town of Danby Zoning Ordinance
Town of Danby Zoning Ordinance incorporating changes up to and including 18-Mar-2013.
10-Apr-2008
209 kB
Town of Danby Zoning Ordinance
Town of Danby Zoning Ordinance incorporating changes up to and including 10-Apr-2008.
11-Mar-2013
63 kB
Town of Danby Building Permit Instructions
Town of Danby Building Permit Instructions incorporating changes up to and including 11-Mar-2013.
09-Apr-2012
25 kB
Town of Danby Building Permit Instructions
Town of Danby Building Permit Instructions incorporating changes up to and including 09-Apr-2012.
14-Mar-2012
24 kB
Town of Danby Building Permit Instructions
Town of Danby Building Permit Instructions incorporating changes up to and including 14-Mar-2012.
01-Nov-2011
37 kB
Town of Danby Building Permit Instructions
Town of Danby Building Permit Instructions incorporating changes up to and including Nov-2011.
01-Jan-2011
111 kB
Town of Danby Building Permit Instructions
Town of Danby Building Permit Instructions incorporating changes up to and including Jan-2011.
01-Aug-2009
75 kB
Town of Danby Building Permit Instructions
Town of Danby Building Permit Instructions incorporating changes up to and including Aug-2009.
01-Jun-2009
74 kB
Town of Danby Building Permit Instructions
Town of Danby Building Permit Instructions incorporating changes up to and including Jun-2009.
14-Mar-2012
11 kB
Town of Danby Building Permit Application
Town of Danby Building Permit Application incorporating changes up to and including 14-Mar-2012.
01-Nov-2011
11 kB
Town of Danby Building Permit Application
Town of Danby Building Permit Application incorporating changes up to and including Nov-2011.
27-Jan-2010
90 kB
Town of Danby Building Permit Application
Town of Danby Building Permit Application incorporating changes up to and including 27-Jan-2010.
01-Jun-2009
46 kB
Town of Danby Building Permit Application
Town of Danby Building Permit Application incorporating changes up to and including Jun-2009.
03-Mar-2014
18 kB
Town of Danby Building Permit Fees
Town of Danby Building Permit Fee Schedule incorporating changes up to and including 17-Jan-2012.
17-Jan-2012
9 kB
Town of Danby Building Permit Fees
Town of Danby Building Permit Fee Schedule incorporating changes up to and including 17-Jan-2012.
01-May-2013
45 kB
Town of Danby Ground Disturbance Application
Town of Danby Ground Disturbance Application incorporating changes up to and including May-2013.