Manchester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 217 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 217-26
Accessory structures on individual lots
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A. One accessory building not to exceed 120 square feet and 10 feet in height shall be permitted. The accessory structure shall be separated from any manufactured home or any auxiliary structure by not less than 15 feet. B. Accessory structures shall be to the rear of and not extend beyond the front line of the principal structure. C. Corner lots. Accessory structures shall be to the rear of and not extend beyond the front line or side building line of the principal structure along each public right-of-way or community street. Setback shall be maintained.
Manchester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 217 § 217-26 governs what accessory structures may be placed on individual lots. Under this rule, only one accessory building is allowed per lot, and it may not exceed 120 square feet in area or 10 feet in height. The structure must be kept at least 15 feet away from any manufactured home or auxiliary structure, must sit behind the front line of the principal structure, and on corner lots must also stay behind the side building line along each public right-of-way or community street.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Manchester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 217 § 217-26 generally ensure that any accessory building on a lot is limited to a single structure no larger than 120 square feet and no taller than 10 feet. Compliant operators confirm that the structure is positioned entirely to the rear of the principal building and that the required 15-foot separation from any manufactured home or auxiliary structure is maintained. On corner lots, operators also verify that the accessory structure does not extend beyond the side building line along any public right-of-way or community street, and that all applicable setbacks are observed.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents living on lots subject to Manchester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 217 § 217-26 have an interest in knowing that only one accessory building of limited size and height is permitted, and that placement rules protect spacing and sightlines on the property. If an accessory structure appears to violate the size, height, separation, or setback requirements of this provision, tenants may raise the issue with the local code enforcement or zoning office in Manchester. Tenant-rights organizations or a housing attorney can help clarify how these standards apply and what options exist for addressing potential violations.
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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