Canton Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 248 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 248-12
Special permit required
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Upon issuance of a special permit as herein provided, one accessory apartment may be created and/or maintained in each one-family dwelling in an R-1 Residential Zone.
Section 248-12 of Canton Village's Code of Ordinances establishes that a special permit is a prerequisite before an accessory apartment can be created or maintained within a single-family home located in an R-1 Residential Zone. Only one such accessory apartment is permitted per dwelling. Without the required special permit, operating or constructing an accessory unit in this zone is not authorized under the code.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 248-12, property owners in Canton Village's R-1 Residential Zone who wish to add or continue operating an accessory apartment in a one-family dwelling must first secure a special permit as outlined in Chapter 248. Compliant operators typically ensure the permit is obtained before any construction or occupancy begins, and they limit accessory units to one per dwelling. Maintaining documentation of the issued special permit is a standard practice for demonstrating compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 248-12 means that any accessory apartment a tenant occupies within an R-1 Residential Zone single-family home in Canton Village should be backed by a valid special permit issued to the property owner. Tenants who have questions about whether their unit is properly permitted may contact Canton Village's local code enforcement or municipal offices to inquire about permit status. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand what options may be available if a unit appears to be operating without the required authorization under § 248-12.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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