- Max size800 sq ft
Catskill is a two-jurisdiction case: the Town of Catskill and the Village of Catskill (an incorporated village inside the Town's boundaries) are separate municipalities with separate ADU rules. Confirm which jurisdiction your address falls in before designing.
Status
- Town of Catskill — Adoption status
- Active — accessory apartments permitted by site plan review under Chapter 200 (Town Zoning) Supplementary Regulations
- Village of Catskill — Adoption status
- Active — Village ADU law adopted 2025 (Daily Gazette coverage, April 2025)
- Jurisdiction note
- Town of Catskill and Village of Catskill are separate municipalities with separate ADU rules. Confirm which jurisdiction your address falls in.
Eligibility
Where ADUs are allowed
- Town — Zoning districts permitted
- Single-family residential districts (Town of Catskill Chapter 200)
- Village — Zoning districts permitted
- Residential districts (Village of Catskill)
- Limit per property
- One ADU per lot
Types allowed
- Town — Accessory apartment in/attached to single-family dwelling
- Yes
- Village — Basement, garage, attic, or detached structure
- Yes (per April 2025 ADU law)
Size and placement
Size limits
- Town — Minimum sq ft
- 400 sq ft
- Town — Maximum sq ft
- 800 sq ft
- Town — Maximum bedrooms
- 2
Rules for use
Owner occupancy
- Town — Required
- Yes — property owner must continuously occupy one of the units
- Village — Required
- Yes — owner must live on the property at least 180 days per year (per April 2025 ADU law)
How to apply in Catskill
- Town — Approval
- Site plan review by the Town Planning Board + building permit
- Village — Approval
- Building permit + Code Enforcement Officer review
- Town — Contact
- Town of Catskill, 439 Main St, Catskill NY 12414 | (518) 943-3080
- Village — Contact
- Village of Catskill, 422 Main St, Catskill NY 12414 | (518) 943-2100
Important details
- Town of Catskill: accessory apartments must be 400–800 sq ft, no more than 2 bedrooms, with site plan review by the Planning Board and a building permit.
- Village of Catskill (April 2025 law): ADUs must have a separate exterior entrance and cannot share kitchen, living, sleeping, or bathroom spaces with the main residence. Owner must live on the property at least 180 days per year.
- Off-street parking required on the same parcel. Long-term rental of the unit the owner does not occupy is permitted.
- Greene County does not participate in any Plus One ADU Program. Plus One programs operate in Ulster, Columbia, Orange, and Sullivan counties (RUPCO) and Dutchess County (Hudson River Housing).
Frequently asked questions
Are ADUs allowed in Catskill?
Yes, in both the Town of Catskill and the Village of Catskill — but the rules differ. The Town allows accessory apartments of 400–800 sq ft (max 2 bedrooms) by site plan review. The Village adopted a new ADU law in April 2025 allowing basement, garage, attic, or detached "tiny house" structures.
Are Town of Catskill and Village of Catskill the same jurisdiction?
No. The Village of Catskill is an incorporated village inside the Town of Catskill's geographic boundaries. They are separate municipalities with separate building departments and separate ADU rules. The Town address is 439 Main St; the Village is at 422 Main St.
Does Catskill participate in the Plus One ADU grant program?
No. Catskill is in Greene County, which is not a Plus One participating county. Plus One ADU grants are available in Ulster, Columbia, Orange, and Sullivan counties (administered by RUPCO) and in 8 specific Dutchess County municipalities (administered by Hudson River Housing).
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Last reviewed 2026-04-27. Local rules can change — verify the latest details with the Catskill planning department, or book a free consultation with our team before starting your project. This page is informational and is not legal advice.