Newburgh is a two-jurisdiction case: the Town of Newburgh and the City of Newburgh are separate municipalities with separate zoning codes. Verify which jurisdiction your parcel falls in before designing — the rules differ. Both jurisdictions are in Orange County, which participates in the Plus One ADU Program administered by RUPCO.
Status
- Jurisdiction note
- Two separate municipalities — Town of Newburgh and City of Newburgh — share the "Newburgh" name and ZIP code (12550). Verify which jurisdiction the parcel falls in before applying any ADU rule. Town and City have separate zoning codes (Town Chapter 185, City Chapter 300).
- Town of Newburgh — Adoption status
- Town of Newburgh Code Chapter 185 includes an "accessory apartment" definition in its Article II Definitions (a supplemental dwelling unit within a one-family detached dwelling or a separate dwelling unit accessory to a principal residential or nonresidential use).
- City of Newburgh — Adoption status
- City of Newburgh Code Chapter 300 includes its own accessory apartment definition. Specific regulatory standards (size, parking, owner-occupancy) sit in the City's Special Use Permits and Land Use District Regulations sections.
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Important details
- Town of Newburgh: Accessory apartment referenced in zoning definitions (eCode360 §9613851). Full ADU code not confirmed. Contact: Town Building/Zoning Dept, 1496 Route 300, Newburgh NY 12550 | (845) 564-4554
- City of Newburgh: ADU ordinance not confirmed. Contact: City Building Dept, 83 Broadway, Newburgh NY 12550 | (845) 569-7388
- Plus One ADU Program: Orange County — not Ulster or Westchester. Verify with NY HCR: hcr.ny.gov/adu
Frequently asked questions
Are Town of Newburgh and City of Newburgh the same jurisdiction?
No. They are separate municipalities with separate zoning codes (Town Chapter 185, City Chapter 300) and separate building departments. The Town Building/Zoning Department is at 1496 Route 300, (845) 564-4554. The City Building Department is at 83 Broadway, (845) 569-7388. Verify which jurisdiction your address falls in before applying any rule.
Does Newburgh participate in the Plus One ADU grant program?
Newburgh is in Orange County, which is a Plus One service-area county (administered by RUPCO). Eligible homeowners may be able to receive grants up to $125,000 — confirm local-administrator participation directly with RUPCO and your municipality (Town or City).
Where can I find the ADU rules for my Newburgh property?
Town of Newburgh ADU rules are in Chapter 185 of the Town Zoning Code (eCode360). City of Newburgh ADU rules are in Chapter 300 of the City Zoning Code (eCode360). The Town and City building departments can confirm the specific section that applies to your parcel.
Sources (6)
- Town of Newburgh — eCode360 Chapter 185 Zoningprimary
- Town of Newburgh — Article II Definitions (accessory apartment)primary
- Town of Newburgh — Supplementary Regulationsprimary
- City of Newburgh — eCode360 Chapter 300 Zoningprimary
- City of Newburgh — Special Use Permitsprimary
- RUPCO — Plus One ADU Orange Countyprimary
Last reviewed 2026-04-27. Local rules can change — verify the latest details with the Newburgh planning department, or book a free consultation with our team before starting your project. This page is informational and is not legal advice.