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1. Where is the Abandoned Vehicle Unit located?

The Abandoned Vehicle Unit is now located in the Town of Babylon Municipal Building at North Amityville on the first floor. The building address is 456 Albany Avenue, Amityville - located at the intersection of Great Neck Road and Albany Avenue. Hours are weekdays from 9:00AM - 4:00PM . For more information, please call (631) 230-0057. 

2. How do I report an abandoned vehicle ?

To report an abandoned vehicle to the Town of Babylon, please call the Office of Citizen Services by dialing 3-1-1 or (631) 957-7474. You can also fill out the Report a Concern form. Please be as descriptive as possible when describing the vehicle and its location. 

3. How do I claim an impounded vehicle?

The Abandoned Vehicle Unit release cars Monday thru Friday between the hours of:9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. 

Only the titled owner will be able to reclaim the vehicle. 

The titled owner must appear with the title, identification and form of payment (call ahead to confirm amount) and their identification during the above hours at the front lobby of the Town of Babylon Municipal Building at North Amityville, located at 456 Albany Avenue in Amityville. 

If the owner of the vehicle is a corporation, only an Officer of the Corporation can reclaim a vehicle and must present proof of relationship to the corporation such as corporate books, tax return or state incorporation papers. 

If the reclaimed vehicle is not registered, it must be towed from the impound by a Babylon licensed town truck. We will provide a current list of approved companies. Tow driver will meet the owner at the Department of Public Works impound lot located at 1023 N. Indiana Avenue in Lindenhurst after the paperwork is complete and fee paid. 

Vehicle owner will be handed two copies of the release form. One copy for their records, and one to give to the DPW employee releasing the vehicle at the impound. 

4. What are the fees associated with towing and storing impounded vehicles?

Automobile - $150 plus $75 per day storage, $225 if claimed on day of tow
4-6 Wheel Truck - $200 plus $100 per day storage, $300 if claimed on day of tow
6-8 Wheel Truck - $300 plus $150 per day storage, $450 if claimed on day of tow 
8-16 Wheel Truck - $400 plus $200 per day storage, $600 if claimed on day of tow
Tractor or Trailer - $500 plus $250 per day storage, $725 if claimed on day of tow
16 Wheel & above - $600 plus $250 per day storage, $850 if claimed on day of tow
Tractor-Trailer - $600 plus $250 per day storage, $850 if claimed on day of tow

5. How do I retrieve my car that's been impounded?

Vehicles that have been towed or impounded by the Town of Babylon can be retrieved once an abandoned vehicle release form has been signed and notarized by the Town of Babylon Auto Impound Department. Only the titled owner will be able to reclaim the vehicle:

• The titled owner must appear at the Abandoned Vehicle Unit, 456 Albany Avenue, Amityville, with the title and ID before 2:00 pm to obtain a release form to reclaim the vehicle.
• The titled owner must also have a tow truck driver, licensed to tow in the Town of Babylon, meet them at the DPW after the paperwork is complete.
• The notarized release form is brought to the Town Clerk's Office and the fees must be paid in cash. You will receive a receipt and a copy of the release form.
• The documents are then brought to the Department of Public Works located behind Town Hall.

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1. Where is the Babylon Animal Shelter located?

Babylon Animal Shelter is located at 80 New Highway, Amityville.

Directions: 

Sunrise Hwy. to north on New Hwy/County Rd 28, bus company is on the corner. Go a half mile to the shelter on your right. You will pass Cassata Dr. on the left just before the shelter.

Eastbound Southern State Pkwy to exit 33. Right on New Hwy. * Pass New Horizons Blvd on the left and the shelter will be on the left.

Westbound Southern State Pkwy to exit 34. Left on New Hwy. see *above 

Eastbound LIE exit 49S, go one mile on the service road and make a right on Pinelawn Rd. *** Go 5 miles, cross the RxR tracks and make a right on New Horizons Blvd. Make a left on New Hwy/County Rd 28 and next left at the shelter.

Westbound LIE exit 49N, go to next light on the service road and make a left on Pinelawn Rd. see *** above 

2. What are the shelter's hours of operation?

Adoption hours : Monday-Friday 10am-3:30pm  and Saturday 10am-2:30pm. You need to be at the shelter a half hour before closing in order to have enough time to meet with our adoption staff and pets. 

Shelter office hours: Monday-Friday 8am-3:30pm and Saturday 10am-2:30pm 

The shelter is closed on Sundays and Holidays.

3. How do I adopt an animal from the shelter?

The adoption process: 

• Consult with one of our adoption staff members either by phone or in person at the shelter, prior to meeting the pet for a history of the pet.
• Complete an Adoption Application and provide a photo ID.
• Return with all household members prior to adoption day to meet the pet you are interested in. Some shelter pets may require more than one visit with the pet.
• If you have a dog, a dog-to-dog "meet and greet" is required at the shelter prior to adoption day. 
• Some pets may not be ready for immediate release to adopt. Our strays are held 5 days by law and then they will have their medical process completed. Only once that is complete, can they be picked up for adoption. The medical process may take 1-3 weeks before a pet is ready for adoption.
• If a dog is not yet ready for adoption, the potential adopter will follow the same process as above and be given a hold slip for the dog that has been applied for. The shelter will take up to 4 applications on a dog. We do not give out a hold slip if a dog is available and ready for adoption. 
• The shelter does not take applications on cats or rabbits before they are ready to leave the shelter for adoption. 

Adoption fees are CASH ONLY:

• Cat/Kitten $65, adopters over 60 years old $35
• Dog/Puppy Babylon Town Resident $91.50, adopters over 60 years old $51.50 
• Dog/Puppy Non-Resident $85, adopters over 60 years old $45
• Rabbits $35 

4. Can I volunteer at the shelter?

The Babylon Animal Shelter takes volunteers to help take care of the animals. Please see the flyer  below for information and for contact info to let us know you are interested in volunteering at the Town of Babylon Animal Shelter.

The first step to becoming a volunteer is to complete a volunteer application. Upon completion and submission of the volunteer application, it will be processed and then you will be contacted to discuss any questions you may have. 

Once accepted into the Volunteer Program, new volunteers will be assigned a senior volunteer mentor who will train and assist you with volunteer and shelter protocols. All new volunteers must sign the Volunteer Acknowledgement, Service Agreement and Release of Liability. 

5. Can I board my dog or cat at the Animal Shelter?

The Shelter does not provide boarding services. 

6. Does the Shelter have a veterinarian on staff?

The Shelter does have a veterinarian and a veterinarian technician is also on staff. They evaluate and treat Shelter pets only.

7. Does the Shelter offer low cost rabies, spaying or neutering services?

Currently, the Shelter does not have a clinic that provides low cost rabies vaccinations or spay and neuter services on premises. However, the Town has a low cost Trap/Neuter/Return program for feral cats - contact the Shelter for details at (631) 643-9270.

Additional information about such services can be found through P.A.W.S. at (631) 539-2014.

8. What types of animals does the Shelter serve?

The Shelter cares for all breeds of dogs and cats, as well as rabbits, hamsters, and guinea pigs. Generally, these animals have either been abandoned or have become lost.

9. Where can I go locally for emergency veterinarian services?

The Commack Animal Emergency Hospital and the Veterinary Medical Group are both local organizations open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including Sundays and Holidays, and serve on an emergency basis.

New York Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center

2233 Broadhollow Road

Farmingdale, NY 11735

(631) 694-3400

Commack Animal Emergency Hospital

3095 East Jericho Turnpike

East Northport, NY 11731

(631) 499-6622

Veterinary Medical Center of Long Island

75 Sunrise Highway

West Islip, NY 11795

(631) 587-0800

10. How does the Town handle stray animals?

The shelter does assist Town residents with stray animal concerns and should be contacted at (631) 643-9270 for assistance.

11. Who removes a dead animal from the roadway?

Dogs: You may contact the Animal Shelter at 631-643-9270 for a deceased stray dog in the roadway. The dog will be scanned for a microchip and all attempts will be made to locate the owner. 

Cats & Wildlife: 

• Town roadways please call 3-1-1 or 631-957-7474
• State Roadways please call 631-420-4270 (Deer Park Ave. (North of Southern State Pkwy), Conklin St., Sunrise Hwy, Montauk Hwy., Route109, Route 110.)
• County roadways please call 631-852-4010 (Great Neck Rd., Wellwood Ave., Bay Shore Rd., Oak St., Straight path., Commack Rd., Deer Park Ave. (South of Southern State Pkwy). 
• Amityville Village roadways 631-264-6000 
• Babylon Village roadways 631-669-4878
• Lindenhurst Village roadways 631-957-7500 

12. Does the Shelter euthanize animals?

Euthanasia service is available Monday-Friday, providing a technician is available. Please call at 8am on the day that you would like the procedure, so that arrangements can be made for when you will come in.

• You may spend time with your pet immediately before and after the procedure, but you will not be able to stay with your pet during the procedure. Proof of residence in the Town of Babylon and photo ID is required. 
  • Dogs - There is a $65 fee, $35 for senior citizens. All fees are cash only. 
  • Cats - There is a $35 fee, $15 for senior citizens. All fees are cash only.
• This service is for a group cremation only. If you would like a private cremation with return of your pet’s ashes, you will need to make arrangements directly before coming at your appointment time. Please call either: 
  • Regency Pet Crematory 631-345-0600 
  • Legacy Pet Crematory 631-800-7387

13. Is the shelter a "No Kill" shelter?

The term "No Kill" is most often associated with private shelters. Private shelters carefully screen animals before they are accepted for adoption. Any animals with medical or behavioral issues are not accepted. An owner of such an animal would need to look elsewhere for placement, usually a municipal shelter. BAARC is a humane municipal animal shelter and accepts all stray canines found within the Town's geographic borders. All animals that are adoptable or have medical conditions that are treatable, will stay at the animal shelter until they are adopted as long as there is room. The shelters save rate is about 88% for dogs and 96% for cats. This rate is calculated on the total intake of dogs and cats regardless of age, condition or temperament.

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1. Cats - General Information

In the State of New York, cats are considered free roaming animals and, as such, are not labeled as "stray" animals. As a result, the Shelter does not pick up stray cats.

The Town does not set a limit to the number of cats a household can own. The Shelter acknowledges and supports Trap/Neuter/Return (TNR) programs. Currently, there is a low cost TNR program for town residents and businesses caring for feral cats. For more information, call the Animal Shelter at (631) 643-9270.

2. What is a feral cat?

Feral cats are an international problem as well as a local problem. Understanding and solving the feral cat problem on a local level here in Babylon involves several key factors:

Cats:
Feral cats are the offspring of domestic cats that have not been socialized or domesticated. Cats in general are highly territorial and they will not roam very far from where they were born.

Community:
Feral cats are a community problem and likely occur because of neglect and miscommunication. When cats who are not spayed or neutered are allowed to be outdoors for long periods of time roaming a community, the likelihood of feral cats increases.

The Town of Babylon's Department of Animal Control provides its community with several resources to curtail the feral cat population:

• Supplies residents and caregivers state of the art traps for the TNR (Trap/Neuter/Return) of the feral cats
• Supplies low cost $35 TNR vouchers so there is no cost to the residents and caregivers
• Hosts regular seminars on the TNR program

Circumstances:
Each colony of feral cats is unique, as are the dynamics and circumstances of the location. Feral cats also generally don't leave a community because of lack of food, on the contrary removing the food source will force the cats to roam further for food, cause them stress, and make them quite unhealthy.

Communication:
Civil communication between parties affected by feral cats is a key factor in resolving the inevitable differences caused by the presence of feral cats. The caregiver cannot assume that everyone has the same devotion to cats as they do. It helps in the longterm to acknowledge the caregivers right to provide proper care for the cats as well as understanding that some neighbors to not share the same devotion. If all neighbors communicate and share a common plan to solve the feral cat problem, results will be swifter and tangible.

Cooperation:
All people in a neighborhood are affected by feral cats; if the entire community works together to control the problem, results can be that much more swifter and tangible.

Time:
It takes time to control a feral cat problem in a neighborhood. Please be patient as the community and TOB representatives work together towards a common solution.

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1. Dogs - General Information

Town code states that no household should have more than four (4) dogs residing in the home at the same time. New York State law dictates that all dogs must be licensed, be current on their rabies vaccinations and leashed when off of their property. The Shelter recommends all dogs and cats be spayed/neutered.

2. What do I do if bitten by a dog?

Victims of dog bites are urged to contact the Suffolk County Police Department to file a police report, if warranted. Their direct number is (631) 854-8100.

Otherwise, for health concerns related to a dog bite, questions should be directed to the Suffolk County Department of Health Services at (631) 843-0421.

Reports of dog bites should also be referred to the Suffolk County Board of Health at (631) 852-5900 as well as the Animal Shelter at (631) 643-9270.

3. How do I file a barking dog complaint?

An affidavit must be filed for all barking dog complaints. Residents are encouraged to call the Animal Shelter at (631) 643-9270 and a representative will walk them through the process.

4. What breeds of dogs could I find at the Animal Shelter?

The Shelter accepts all breeds of dogs.

5. How do I file a dangerous dog complaint?

For full details, contact the Animal Shelter at (631) 643-9270.

All dangerous dog incidents should be recorded with contact information, addresses and phone numbers. If police reports and witness reports exist, those should accompany the complaint to the Animal Shelter. Witness reports and neighbor statements should be notarized. Dangerous dog complaints are heard at the Second District Court located at 30 East Hoffman Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY. The phone number is (631) 854-1121. There is a filing fee for all complaints brought to the Court.

6. How do I have a summons issued regarding a dog complaint?

If an animal violation is not witnessed by an Animal Control Officer, all complaints need to be filed through an affidavit and submitted to the Animal Shelter. Affidavits are available for pick up at the Shelter or can be mailed when requested. Call (631) 643-9270 for details.

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1. Wildlife - General Information

Most wildlife concerns are governed and handled by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Division of Fish, Wildlife and Marine Resources. The animal shelter will only pick up injured wildlife for humane purposes. Residents are encouraged to call the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation at (877) 457-5680 or (631) 444-0250 in Stony Brook with any issues and concerns regarding wildlife. In most cases, a licensed wildlife handler will need to be called out to your property to remove any wildlife that are roaming, trapped, threatening or injured on or near your property. Babylon Animal Shelter will assist Town residents with injured wildlife concerns if it poses a threat or of an immediate concern.

2. Who handles issues involving raccoons, opossums and squirrels?

Licensed trappers are qualified to assist residents with concerns involving raccoons, opossums, and squirrels. Contact information for licensed trappers can be found listed in the Yellow Pages under either "pests", "trappers", or "wildlife specialists."

For additional information, you can contact the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation at (631) 444-0310.

3. Who handles issues involving birds, ducks, and geese?

Residents are encouraged to call Volunteers for Wildlife at (631) 423-0928 or the Star Foundation at (631) 736-8270 for concerns involving birds, ducks, geese and other fowl wildlife.

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1. Where is the Department of Assessment located and what are the hours of operation?

The Town's Assessors Office is located at Town Hall at 200 East Sunrise Highway in Lindenhurst. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm. The phone number is (631) 957-3014. 

 Please check the Assessor's Forms & Documents page to view the applications, forms and documents that are currently available online for the Assessor's Office. 

2. What does the Town Assessor do?

The Town's Department of Assessment is responsible for placing an assessment on each parcel of land in the town for the purpose of equalization of the tax base. The divisions in the Assessment Department are:

• Assessment
• Assessment Roll
• Apportionment
• Exemption and Information

3. What are the functions of the Department of Assessment?

The Department of Assessment locates property and inventory data, tracks ownership of all property in the town, places value on property, processes exemptions, prepares and creates the assessment roll, prepares and submits reports to the New York State Office of Real Property Services and assists the public by providing information with regard to all of the above.

4. How do you arrive at my assessment?

To arrive at your assessment, we use The J.M. Cleminshaw Co. Cost To Construct Manual. The assessment is based on square footage and any amenities that may contribute value to your home.

5. Are there any programs that can help lower my taxes?

Yes, you may be eligible for a property tax exemption. To inquire about the various property tax exemptions that are available to those residents who meet the New York State requirements, please contact the Department of Assessment at (631) 957-3014. 

An informational booklet, Do You Qualify for a Property Tax Exemption in the Town of Babylon? can also be downloaded. It contains general requirements with descriptions of the most common exemptions. 

6. How do I apply for the STAR exemption?

New STAR applicants will receive a credit in the form of a check directly from New York State instead of receiving a school property tax exemption. Visit  New York State Department of Taxation and Finance or call (518) 457-2036 to register. Residents of the Town of Babylon can apply for the Enhanced STAR exemption (if you received a STAR exemption on this property for the 2015/2016 tax year) and other property tax exemptions between December 1st and March 1st through the Department of Assessment. The first-time application for Enhanced Star is available online or can be obtained from the Assessor’s Office in Town Hall from December 1st to March 1st. Please keep in mind that the deadline for filing applications is March 1st. If you have any questions, contact the Department of Assessment at (631) 957-3014.

7. Why was the Basic STAR Exemption removed from my tax bill?

If the total combined income of all owners and spouses residing on the premises is more than or equal to $250,000 you no longer qualify for the exemption. New York State will automatically enroll you in the STAR Credit program as long as your income is below $500,000.

8. How do I obtain a Suffolk County Tax Map Number or Item Number?

The Suffolk County Tax Number or Item Number can found on the tax bill. Any questions, call the Assessor's Office, (631) 957-3014.

9. How can I determine the school district of a property?

The school district information can be found on the tax bill. Any questions, call the Assessor's Office, (631) 957-3014.

10. Why do taxes vary on similar looking houses?

There are numerous reasons why taxes vary from property to property. Several reasons could be:

• A property owner may have filed a grievance or a small claims petition granting a reduction in the assessed value.


• The overall condition of the property, location, square footage, lot size, amenities and school district.


• A property owner may have applied for and been granted a property tax exemption which will reduce the overall property taxes.

11. Why are my property taxes so high?

A property’s tax rate is determined by many variables and taxing districts including school, county police, lighting, and village districts. In most cases, the largest portion of the tax bill is the school district tax. This tax is determined by the school budget voted on by the residents in that district.

12. When can I expect a reduction in my tax bill as a result of my small claims?

If a property owner was awarded a reduction on their assessed value due to the filing of a small claims petition, that reduction would generally be reflected in the property tax bill. If that reduction occurred later in the year, then the second half of the tax bill (in May) will be adjusted to reflect the adjustment. If it is too late to adjust the second half of the bill, Suffolk County will issue a refund directly to the property owner.

For more specific information, contact the Town Assessor’s Subject Matter Expert at (631) 957-4272.

13. Why are my property taxes higher this year?

There are many reasons why taxes increase year to year, including:

• An increase in the tax rate of a particular taxing district


• An increase in a property's assessed value


• An exemption that had been previously applied to a property may have expired or the applicant may have failed to renew the exemption


• New owners may not qualify for present exemptions on a property

The Town Assessor's Office will be able to determine the specific reason for the tax increase on a specific property. They can be reached at (631) 957-3014.

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1. What is the Residential Assessment Ratio (RAR)?

The Residential Assessment Ratio (RAR) is defined as a value equal to the level of assessment of residential property. The RAR is used by the Assessor as a general measure of assessment equity and by taxpayers to determine the market value based on the assessed value that the Assessor has placed on the property.

2. What is the Equalization Rate (ER)?

The Equalization Rate (ER) is the State of New York’s measure of a municipality’s level of assessment – it is a multiplier used to equalize assessed value into market value. In other words, by applying the equalization rate to the assessed value you will get an estimate, based on the Town's records, of the current market value of the property. Note that this is not necessarily what your house would sell for in a particular housing market.

3. What is my assessed value and/or land value?

All assessed and land values are on the tax bill. Any questions, call the Assessor's Office, (631) 957-3014.

4. How can I convert my assessed value to market value?

You can calculate the Assessor’s estimate of your property’s market value by dividing the assessed value by the Equalization Rate (ER)/Residential Assessment Ratio (RAR). Most of that information can be found on the property tax bill or by calling the Town Assessor's Office at (631) 957-3014.

5. How are property assessments calculated?

There are many variables that help to calculate a property's value: location, size, square footage, condition and any amenities. A property owner should contact the Town Assessor's Office to discuss their current assessment.

6. How does a property get a house number assigned?

The Town Assessor's Office works in unison with the local United States Postal Service Office to assign property address numbers.

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1. How do I file a grievance?

If you feel your property is over assessed, you can file a grievance to challenge your assessed value. You must fill out an application to begin the process, sometime in mid-April through the third Tuesday in May (Grievance Day). Application forms can be obtained from the Town Assessor’s office or the New York State website @ www.tax.ny.gov/forms. All grievances must be submitted by the third Tuesday in May.

If you wish, you may appear before the Board of Assessment Review (BOAR), an independent board, to have your complaint heard. Regardless of whether or not you appear, you must still file a written grievance form.

All Assessment Reviews are held in the Town Board Room on Grievance Day. Meeting times are from 10:00 am to noon and 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. It is not necessary for a grievant to appear before the Board in order to submit their grievance.

Grievance forms can be mailed or brought in personally. If it is mailed, it is the applicant’s responsibility to be certain that the application is received in time by this office.

The Board of Assessment Review (BOAR) is responsible for making a determination on a grievance complaint. The grievant is usually notified of the BOAR’s determination by July. If the applicant disagrees with the Board’s decision, they may seek judicial review by proceeding to the next step; filing a small claims petition with the Suffolk County Clerk’s Office in Riverhead, NY.

2. What can I do if my grievance is denied?

If your grievance is denied by the Town of Babylon, you may file a small claims petition with the Suffolk County Clerk's Office. They can be contacted at (631) 852-2000.

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1. How do I obtain a copy of my property deed?

Property deeds are recorded in the Suffolk County Clerk’s Office in Riverhead, NY. The direct phone number is (631) 852-2000. If the property was purchased prior to 2005, a copy may be on file in the Town Assessor’s Office. Property owners must complete a FOIL request and provide proof of ownership to obtain information on their property. The Town Assessor’s Office can be reached at (631) 957-3014.

2. How do I obtain a copy of my property survey?

Copies of property surveys may be obtained from the Department of Planning and Development's Building Division, (631) 957-3058. Proof of ownership and a small fee is required.

3. How can I find out the square footage of my home and when it was built?

Information regarding a property's square footage can be obtained from the Assessor's Office, (631) 957-3014.

4. How can I find out the market value of my home?

The market value of your property, based on the Town Assessor’s estimate, can be located on your property tax bill. It should be noted that market value is an estimate of your property’s value; it may also be advisable to obtain an appraisal of your home’s market value from a real estate or bank appraiser.

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1. What are Babylon's various tax exemptions?

Below is the exemption listing with some general descriptions. For more detailed information, call the Town Assessor’s Office, (631) 957-3014. Available Exemptions include: 

STAR (a school tax exemption only):

• Basic STAR – New STAR applicants will receive a credit in the form of a check directly from New York State instead of receiving a school property tax exemption. Visit  New York State Department of Taxation and Finance or call (518) 457-2036 to register. 
• Enhanced STAR – you must have had a star exemption on this property for the 2015/2016 tax year. If no, you are not eligible for the Enhanced STAR exemption. However, you may be eligible for the Enhanced STAR credit. Register at www.tax.ny.gov or call (518) 457-2036. Available to senior citizens age 65 and over (applicant must be 65 years of age by December 31 of the year in which the application is filed). It must be the primary residence of the owners and there is a maximum income requirement. In order to file for the year 2023 the owners’ incomes (adjusted gross less any IRA distributions) may not have exceeded $93,000 for the 2021 income tax year. The Income Verification Program (IVP) is now mandatory per New York State. The state will automatically verify your eligibility for the exemption yearly. 

AGED
Available to senior citizens age 65 and over (applicant must be 65 years of age by December 31 of the year in which the application is filed). It must be the primary residence of the owners and there is a maximum income requirement. In order to file for the year 2023, the owners’ incomes total gross including social security and income earned on IRA accounts may not have exceeded $37,400 for 2021. This exemption must be renewed annually. 

ALTERNATIVE VETERANS
Available to honorably discharged veterans (or their unremarried surviving spouse) that have served on active duty during a specified war period or a congressionally approved conflict period with combat status. Property must serve as the primary residence. A service connected disability may entitle the veteran to a larger exemption. Does not renew annually. 

COLD WAR VETERANS
 Available to honorably discharged veterans (or their unremarried surviving spouse) that have served on active duty for any length of period between September 2, 1945 to December 26, 1991. Property must serve as the primary residence. A service connected disability may entitle the veteran to a larger exemption. A veteran may not have a Cold War vet, an Alternative vet. Does not renew annually. 

VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER AND AMBULANCE SERVICE WORKER
 Available to those members who have served at least five years in the same department (name must appear on the chief’s certification list) and must primarily reside in the Town of Babylon. Members who have served for twenty years or more are eligible for the exemption on their primary residence anywhere in Suffolk County – again, their name must appear on the list of eligibles provided by the chief of each Fire Department in the Town of Babylon. In addition, THE APPLICANT MUST FILE AN APPLICATION FOR EXEMPTION AND RENEW ANNUALLY IN ORDER TO RETAIN THE EXEMPTION. Must renew annually and be certified annually. 

PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES AND LIMITED INCOME
Available to persons with disabilities whose total gross income for 2020 or 2021 (including social security and income earned on IRA accounts) did not exceed $37,400. The applicant must own and primarily reside on the premises. In addition, the applicant must provide a letter of certification of disability from any one of the following:

• SOCIAL SECURITY RETIREMENT BOARD
• RAILROAD RETIREMENT BOARD
• UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
• STATE COMMISSION FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY HANDICAPPED
• U.S. DEPARTMENT OF VETERAN’S AFFAIRS

Only one of the owners must qualify if the property is owned by a husband and wife or by siblings (e.g. brother and a brother; brother and a sister or a sister and a sister), otherwise all owners must meet the eligibility requirements. Must renew annually. 

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Available to all one and two family homes, at least five years of age. Does not require annual renewal.

FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS - NEWLY CONSTRUCTED HOME
Available to 1st time home buyers of a newly constructed home. Applies to houses, townhouses and condos that serve as the primary residence of the owner. Does not require annual renewal.

2. How do I apply for tax exemption?

First-time applications for the most common exemptions are available online or may be obtained from the Assessor’s Office in Town Hall. For renewing exemption applicants, please call the Assessor’s Office, (631) 957-3014.

3. What is the deadline to file an application for property tax exemptions?

Applications must be received by the Department of Assessment by the close of business (4:30 pm) on March 1 or post-marked by the United States Post Office on March 1. If March 1st falls on a weekend, the application must be received by the following Monday.

If the application is received on time and the exemption is approved, it will appear on the December tax bill. Determination letters should be received by the applicant by May 1st.

4. Does my property lose the exemption if I transfer it into a life estate?

If the property is transferred into an unconditional Life Estate for the holder of the exemption, the exemption should remain in effect. However, for more specific information, call the Assessor’s Office, (631) 957-3014.

5. Why isn't my exemption reflected on my tax bill?

Exemptions should always be reflected on the tax bill of the year that the exemption is in effect. If applications are received by the due date, and approved, the exemption will appear on the December tax bill.

All applications for tax exemptions will receive a determination letter either of approval or denial by May 1st of that year. If the exemption is denied, the applicant will have sufficient time to file for a grievance by Grievance Day (third Tuesday of May).

If your exemption does not appear on the tax bill, contact the Assessor's Office, (631) 957-3014, to inquire as to the specific reason why it does not appear.

6. How can I find out what exemptions I already have or applied for?

Contact the Town Assessor's Office, (631) 957-3014.

7. What is the Capital Improvement Residential Tax Exemption?

The Capital Improvement Residential tax exemption requires improvements to have a minimum of $3,000 in expenditures with a maximum exemption of $80,000 to be applied towards the increase in value. In order to qualify for this tax exemption, applicants must:

• Provide copies of at least $3000 in expenditures
• The renovation cannot be more than double the size of the dwelling
• Must provide a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) which cannot be more than a year old

The tax exemption applies to the increase in value due to the improvements. The first year the exemption is applied, there will be a zero increase on the first $80,000 of increase in value. Thereafter, the tax on the improvement increases each year by 12.5%; with the full tax on the improvement phased in over an 8 year period. The Capital Improvement Exemption Application is available online or can be obtained from the Assessor’s Office. Any questions, please call the Assessor’s Office at (631) 957-3014.

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1. What is a Basic STAR Tax Exemption?

Basic STAR tax exemptions are school tax exemptions only and are for all residents (regardless of age) who own and primarily reside in the subject premises. 

Beginning in 2011, any resident owner and/or spouse of an owner residing in the premises earning more than $250,000 in adjusted gross income (AGI) will no longer be eligible for the Basic Star exemption. Income eligibility will be automatically verified each year by the NYS Department of Taxation and Finance (DTF) through income tax returns on file. 

 If, for any reason, NYS DTF is unable to determine income eligibility, the applicant will be notified by the Department of Assessment and will be required to prove eligibility. 

 Basic STAR is available to owners of one, two and three family homes provided that it is the primary residence of at least one of the owners

2. How do I apply for a Basic STAR tax exemption?

New STAR applicants will receive a credit in the form of a check directly from New York State instead of receiving a school property tax exemption. Visit  New York State Department of Taxation and Finance or call (518) 457-2036 to register. 

3. Can I apply for multiple Basic STAR exemptions?

No. If an applicant owns several properties, they may only have the STAR exemption on one of those properties: the property that serves as the main primary residence.

4. I co-own a property, do both owners have to apply for STAR exemption?

If several people own one property, only one person needs to meet the residency requirement and make the application for the exemption.

5. How long do I need to own a property to apply for STAR exemption?

There is no minimum or maximum required time of ownership in order to apply for STAR exemption.

However, if you are a new owner within the last year, you should submit a copy of your deed with the application.

6. Can a tenant of a mobile home or co-op apartment apply for a STAR exemption?

Yes. They need to meet the residency requirement.

7. Can STAR Exemptions be granted for vacant land property owners?

No. STAR Exemptions are not granted to owners of vacant land.

8. Can corporations apply for STAR Exemption?

No. Corporations and/or business partnerships are not eligible for the STAR Exemption.

9. Can married couples who live in separate residences apply for individual STAR exemptions?

No. A married couple who live in two separate homes may not receive two separate STAR exemptions unless they are legally separated.

10. Who can I call about more specific STAR exemption questions?

Please call the Town Assessor's Office at (631) 957-3014.

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1. What is an Enhanced STAR exemption?

Enhanced STAR exemptions are for senior residents (65 years of age or over) who own and primarily reside on the premises and meet the income requirements for a specific year.

2. What are the requirements to apply for Enhanced STAR exemption?

Requirements to apply for Enhanced STAR exemption include: You must have had a STAR exemption on this property for the 2015/2016 tax year. If no, you are not eligible for the Enhanced STAR exemption. However, you may be eligible for the Enhanced STAR credit (contact NYS @  http://www.tax.ny.gov or call (518) 457-2036). 

• Applicants must be 65 years of age or over. The applicant may file an application by the March 1 deadline provided they will turn 65 sometime during that year.
• Applications must be received by March 1st of that year.
• All owners of the property must meet the age requirement except for the spouse or sibling of an owner who is 65 years old.
• The income of a spouse or former spouse who does not reside on the premises, is still counted as income if he/she is listed as an owner of the property.
• The income requirement is based on the owner’s Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) less any IRA distributions.
• The combined income (adjusted gross income) of all owners or spouses of owners who reside on the premises must be included and may not exceed $93,000 less any IRA distributions for the applicable income tax year return. This refers to the Federal adjusted gross income.

3. What is the Income Verification Program (IVP)?

The Income Verification Program (IVP) is a State program mandatory for Seniors filing for the Enhanced STAR exemption. The IVP form is the yellow form that is usually attached to and sent out with the first time STAR application packet. 

The applicant must fill out the yellow IVP form precisely and in its entirety (with the signature of all owners) and return it to the Department of Assessment with the Enhanced STAR application, which must also be fully completed and submitted with the required supporting documentation. 

Automatic renewal will go into effect the following year. Each year the applicant will receive notification as to the State’s determination. If the State was unable to verify their income (for any reason) the applicant will be notified by mail by New York State. 

4. Who can I call about more specific STAR exemption questions?

For more detailed or complicated questions regarding the Basic or Enhanced STAR tax exemption programs, call the Assessor's Office, (631) 957-3014.

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1. How is the community space in my neighborhood maintained?

Keeping the Town of Babylon beautiful is a responsibility we all share. The Town's Beautification Program provides a way for residents, community organizations, businesses and government to work together to keep Babylon beautiful. Whether it be a park, a small plot of land or a highway, the goal of the beautification program is to improve the appearance of the community and change attitudes towards littering and property maintenance.

These beautification programs provide an opportunity for everyone in the community to play a role in maintaining the quality of life we have all come to expect and enjoy.

2. What beautification programs can Town of Babylon residents expect the Town to provide?

The Town of Babylon Beautification Program is a volunteer program that aspires to keep Town owned facilities and roadways clean and beautiful. Through the Adopt-A-Highway, Adopt-A-Park and Adopt-A-Spot programs, volunteers (schools, scouts, business, and community groups) assist the Town in its ongoing efforts to enhance the overall appearance of our communities and neighborhoods.

Volunteers are active during the Spring, Summer and Fall seasons. During this time, “adopted” roadways are cleaned of litter and debris, “adopted” sites are maintained and beautified with perennial and annual flowers by professional landscapers and “adopted” parks and beaches are cleaned up by scores of scouts and school organizations.

3. What is the Town's Adopt-A-Highway Program?

The Town of Babylon established its Adopt-A-Highway Program in an effort to improve the quality of life in the Babylon community by keeping our roads and streets clean. Community organizations, businesses, or individuals who volunteer to participate in the Adopt-A-Highway program commit to collecting litter along a specific stretch of road in the town.

The adopted road is maintained by the group for a minimum of two years. Cleanups are conducted at least four times per year. The adopted street is identified by a sign, which is installed by the Town, bearing the group name. The Town provides orange safety gear for participants, garbage bags, and other cleanup materials. The Town also picks up and disposes of the litter collected upon notification from the group.

4. What is the Town's Adopt-A-Park Program?

Through the Town of Babylon Adopt-A-Park Program, residents of all ages can take an active role in caring for their community parks, beaches, and playgrounds. Schools, local businesses, community organizations, and scouting groups can work together to create cleaner, more attractive parks.

Working with the Town of Babylon, their groups “adopt” a Town park by picking up litter and improving the appearance of our recreational areas. The Town provides garbage bags, rakes, brooms, shovels, and other equipment to the volunteers.

The work by Adopt-A-Park volunteers helps change attitudes toward littering. In addition, many scouting groups earn community pride badges for their work.

Town recreational areas are normally adopted for one day only. However, in some cases, Town parks have been permanently adopted. In exchange for this commitment, the Town erects a sign at the facility recognizing the adopting organization for their work in the community.

5. What is the Town's Adopt-A-Spot Program?

The Town of Babylon Adopt-A-Spot program was designed to help enhance the overall appearance of our Town. The program invites professional landscapers or community groups who want to beautify a Town-owned parcel of land to adopt that spot for a minimum of two years.

Once a spot has been adopted a contract is signed between the Town and the adopting organization setting out the responsibilities of both parties. The organization agrees to maintain the spot on a regular basis, with a minimum maintenance schedule of four times a year. The Town donates annual flowers from its greenhouse, perennial bulbs, garbage bags, and gloves, as well as a sign advertising the adopting company or organization’s name and telephone number.

Through cooperation and community effort the Adopt-A-Spot program helps transform unattractive sites into beautiful additions to our neighborhoods.

6. What is the Town's Sump Beautification Program?

As part of an ongoing effort to improve the quality of life for Town residents, the Town is attempting to upgrade, enhance and beautify all Town-owned sumps. This is an ongoing process and resource-dependant. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a schedule of when improvements will be made to a specific sump location.

The ultimate goal is to address all Town sumps by selecting them randomly in areas throughout the Town. Improvements include clean-ups, plantings and privacy fence treatments.

Sumps owned by the State, County or surrounding villages, are not part of the Town's Sump Beautification Program.

Many sumps are owned and maintained by other agencies including the State, County and Villages.

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1. How do I report a pothole?

Town Roads: potholes on town roads can be reported by calling 3-1-1 or by filling out the Report a Concern form. 

New York State Roads: please call the New York State Department of Transportation at (631) 420-4270 for assistance with the roads listed below. 

• Southern State Parkway 
• Deer Park Avenue (North of the Southern State Parkway)
• Conklin Avenue (From Route 110 to the Nassau County line) 
• Sunrise Highway 
• Montauk Highway 
• Route 109
• Route 110 
• Route 231 

Suffolk County Roads: please contact the Suffolk County Department of Public Works at (631) 852-4010 for assistance with the roads listed below. 

• Deer Park Avenue (South of the Southern State Parkway) 
• Great Neck Road 
• Oak Street 
• Wellwood Avenue
• Bay Shore Road 
• Straight Path & Dixon Avenue 
• Commack Road 
• New Highway 

2. How do I report a tree concern?

Town trees are 6-8 feet from the roadway. Report a concern, by calling 3-1-1 or by filling out the Report a Concern form. Please note that if utility lines run through the tree, you must contact PSEG Long Island for assistance at 1(800) 490-0075. 

Note: the Town cannot cut or take down private trees. 

3. How do I report a garbage concern?

To report a garbage concern, please call EnCon at (631) 491-3200. 

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1. What are the Town’s regulations regarding bamboo?

The planting or growing of bamboo is prohibited within the Town of Babylon unless the plant is contained within an above ground-level planter or barrier that prevents the growth of the plant’s root system beyond the container. Contained bamboo plants must be trimmed and maintained so that no part of the plant reaches closer than ten feet to any property line.

Homeowners whose property had pre-existing bamboo prior to passage of the law in July 2013 must take steps to ensure that the plant does not encroach upon any neighboring properties, including all public property and rights-of-way held by the Town.

Any property owner who does not comply with the Town’s regulations regarding bamboo may be punished by a fine of no less than $100 and no more than $500 for each violation. For every day that a property owner is in violation of this law, it will be counted as a separate violation and be charged as such.

For more information, please read Chapter 145 of the Town Code.

2. How can I report a violation?

Violations can be reported by calling the Town’s hotline at 311.

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1. How can a non-profit apply for Community Development funding?

Non-profits are encouraged to call the Community Development Program directly at (631) 957-3051 about available funding and partner programs, or email us at cdpinfo@townofbabylon.com.

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1. Home Repair - General Information

HOME IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM: This program provides no-interest, deferred payment loans to qualified low and moderate income homeowners in the Town of Babylon. The purpose of the loan is to improve housing conditions and correct housing code violations by repairing and rehabilitating health and safety hazards, and bringing the home to meet Town Code. This program is administered by Community Development Corp of Long Island. For additional information, call (631) 471-1215, and select option 6. 

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: The maximum loan is $50,000 to correct substandard housing code violations. Payment of the loan is deferred until the property is sold, the title is transferred or the home is refinanced for cash out. Monthly payments are not required. The loan is secured by a mortgage placed against the property. 

GENERAL CONDITIONS:

• Residences must have all applicable Town of Babylon Permits/ CO’s in place at the time of application
• Homes with second kitchens are not allowed
• Homes with more than one meter are not allowed
• Residences cannot contain any rental units or any legal accessory apartments
• Be current on property taxes, home insurances and mortgages

2. What are eligible home repairs or improvements and what are the requirements?

ELIGIBLE HOME REPAIRS OR IMPROVEMENTS:

• Structural Improvements
• New Windows and Doors
• Vinyl siding
• Electrical Improvements
• New Roof
• New Heating Systems
• Insulation and Energy Conservation
• Plumbing
• Handicapped Improvements, etc.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Town of Babylon resident with a valid deed
• Mortgage, taxes and homeowners insurance paid up to date
• Household income not to exceed HUD maximum income guidelines
• Must have no more than one mortgage/lien existing on home
• Owner occupied (at least 1 year)

INCOME GUIDELINES: Family Size / Maximum Income* 

1 / $72,500
 2 / $83,150
 3 / $93,550
 4 / $103,900
 5 / $112,250
 6 / $120.550
 7 / $128,850
 8 or more / $137,150
 *Income limits subject to change pursuant to HUD requirements.

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1. Does the Town provide down payment assistance to first-time home buyers?

The Town of Babylon will provide eligible first time homebuyers with up to $25,000 towards down payment/closing costs towards the purchase of an eligible new or existing single-family home. The applicant must put a minimum of at least $3,000 towards down payment/ closing costs, the source of this cannot be a loan. The applicant must also be able to satisfy the mortgage lender’s minimum down payment requirements and be able to secure a mortgage. Homeowners are required to reside in the home for a minimum of 5 years or HUD will require a full repayment of the grant. The home must meet and pass Town of Babylon property standards and building code prior to purchase. Homes purchased within a flood zone must have flood insurance. 

Eligibility Criteria: To qualify for the program, an applicant MUST meet all the following criteria: I.First Time Homeowner - as defined by HUD is a household that has not owned a home during the three year period immediately prior to the date of application for assistance. II.Purchased home must be occupied by the homeowner and be their principal residence. Family who attend a mortgage counseling session at LIHP and must be able to secure a mortgage and have an acceptable credit history. III.Family must have a minimum income of at least $30,000. Income Eligible Family - meaning a prospective buyer must have a gross annual income not exceeding the income limits for the area as listed below with overtime and assets also taken into consideration. 

HUD established Income Guidelines: Eligible participants must have annual incomes at or below 80 percent of the median income for the Nassau- Suffolk area adjusted for family size as established by HUD. 

Family Size / Maximum Income* 

1 / $72,500
 2 / $83,150
 3 / $93,550
 4 / $103,900
 5 / $112,250
 6 / $120.550
 7 / $128,850
 8 or more / $137,150

 *Income limits subject to change pursuant to HUD requirements.

Type of Housing Available: Homes purchased must be eligible pre-existing or newly constructed residences located within the boundaries of Town of Babylon. They must be single-family dwellings (includes townhouses, condominiums, co-operative apartments and manufactured homes) occupied as a principal residence. 

Property Value Limit: For FY 2021, Maximum Appraised Value cannot exceed $428,000 for an existing home and $465,000 for a newly constructed home.

No Foreclosures, Short Sales, Bank Owned or Real Estate Owned properties are permitted in the program.

Applicant Intake Forms: Available only by calling LIHP. Intake forms will be mailed to interested homebuyers. 

Long Island Housing Partnership, Inc. (as Agent for Town of Babylon) 180 Oser Avenue, Suite 800 Hauppauge, NY 11788 Telephone #: (631) 435-4710

2. Who do Seniors in need of affordable housing call?

Call Citizen Services at 3-1-1 for the list of Town of Babylon Senior Citizen apartment complexes.

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1. Does the Town have information pertaining to reverse mortgages or housing counseling?

Housing Counseling - Provides counseling of important information that all new homebuyers should be aware of before purchasing a home. It also assists individuals with information regarding reverse mortgages. This is a free services offered to any Town Resident.

Counseling is provided at the following locations:

• Long Island Housing Partnership – 180 Oser Avenue, Suite 800, Hauppauge, (631) 495-4710


• Wyandanch Community Development Corp – 59 Cumberbach Street, Wyandanch, (631) 643-4786

2. How do I receive information about mortgage satisfaction or subordinations?

Attorneys requesting information about mortgage satisfaction and subordinations should contact the Long Island Housing Partnership at (631) 435-4710.

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1. Who is my Town Council representative?

There are four elected councilmembers in the Town of Babylon. We do not have councilmanic districts, therefore every councilmember may assist all constituents.

2. How may I contact Town Councilmembers?

Please view the staff directory for email and phone numbers to contact members of the Town Council. 

3. What are the duties of the Town Councilmembers?

The Town Councilmembers work with the Supervisor to introduce and vote on legislation (proposed laws) having to do with all aspects of town life, set policies and develop an annual Legislative Agenda for the Town of Babylon. They oversee the town budget and capital improvement projects. Councilmembers participate in monthly meetings to adopt policies and address issues and concerns in the community. The Town Councilmembers respond to constituents' concerns at neighborhood meetings, through written correspondence, telephone communication and staff assistance. They also serve as chairpersons for various departments and committees throughout the Town.

4. When does the Town Council meet?

The Town Council meets one or two times a month. A listing of the meetings is located in the recycle calendar on the first page or on our Upcoming Public Meetings page. 

5. Are minutes from the Town Council meetings available?

The minutes from Town Board meetings are available to the public after they are adopted, which is usually at the following Town Board meeting. Please go to the Town Clerk’s office to FOIL minutes. Town Board meetings can be viewed on the Town of Babylon YouTube channel, during and even after a meeting, where then the minutes might not even be needed.

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1. What is the Office of Downtown Revitalization?

In 2004, the Office of Downtown Revitalization was created to:

• Revitalize aging, underperforming downtowns and commercial corridors throughout the Town of Babylon
• To create or recreate vibrant downtowns that feature:
  • Pedestrian friendly sidewalks and streets
  • A range of housing options
  • A variety of activities and amenities
  • Public space to foster a sense of community
  • Preserve the unique character of neighborhoods
  • Preserve and enhance green space

The principles of smart growth and sustainability are the cornerstones of our efforts. Prioritized and focused land use is encouraged in downtown centers or areas that already have adequate infrastructure including public transit, and are recognizable as downtowns/neighborhood centers.

2. What are the goals of the Office of Downtown Revitalization?

The goals of this office include:

• Protecting environmental resources maximize and reuse land
• Limited development on green space
• Energy efficiency
• Promoting downtowns that are walkable, bikeable, and transit oriented where appropriate

3. What are the current open community planning projects?

The Office of Downtown Revitalization has several projects in the works on in the concept phase including:

• East Farmingdale: Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Planning and Transit-oriented Development Planning
• North Amityville - BRAC and Great Neck Avenue/Albany Avenue planning
• West Babylon - NYS DOT Safe Routes to School
• Wyandanch - Wyandanch Rising Initiative
• First Time Homebuyers Enhanced Program - Wyandanch specific
• NYS DOT - Complete Streets, Townwide
• Townwide - Foreclosure prevention/intervention forums and seminars

More project details are available by calling (631) 957-TOWN (8696).

4. What is BRAC?

BRAC is the Federal Base Closure Community Redevelopment and Homeless Assistance Act of 1994, which was amended in 1996. It mandates a process for closing and realigning military installations within the U.S. The law also authorizes a BRAC Commission to make recommendations for military installation realignments and closures.

BRAC Process and Timeline:

• Step 1: President’s Approval of BRAC Recommendations for Closures or Realignments


• Step 2: Federal Screening for Potential Federal Reuse


• Step 3: U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) Recognizes the Local Redevelopment Authority (LRA)


• Step 4: LRA’s Outreach Actions


• Step 5: Completion of the Redevelopment Plan and Homeless Assistance Submission


• Step 6: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Provides Review


• Step 7: Military’s Disposal of Buildings and Property

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1. What can I do about an abandoned and possibly dangerous building in my neighborhood?

All concerns regarding abandoned property should be directed to the Office of Citizen Services at 631-957-7474 or 3-1-1 . The Town will schedule an inspection of the property in question. The Town will make every effort to ensure that the property is secure and safe for the public. All costs associated with securing the property will be at the property owner’s expense. If necessary, the Town will send a cleanup or violation correction notice to the property owner. The property owner has at least five days to respond. If the clean up notice is not responded to in a timely manner, The Town will schedule a cleanup and bill the property owner for the associated costs. If not paid promptly, charges (including late penalties) will appear on the property owner’s next tax bill. If the house is in need of board up and/or demolition or other measure that actually requires a handling of the structure, the process is more complex. For those violations, a Town Board resolution is passed and a legal notice sent to the property owner. The property owner has 30 days to comply with requirements of the notice. If compliance is not made in this period the Town can take appropriate (i.e. board up or demolition) action against the property in violation. This process can take several months while utilities are contacted for service turnoffs and mark outs for underground utility lines, pipes etc. are prepared. In some cases, depending on the legal and safety issues associated with the particular situation, interim measures may be initiated. This requires definition and approval by the Town Board and Town Attorney. Escalation will occur on a case-by-case basis.

2. Who do I call about a neglected property as a result of an eviction?

All such complaints or inquiries should be directed to the Town’s Office of Citizen Services at 631-957-7474 or 3-1-1. If eviction debris becomes a community nuisance, the Town will schedule an inspection. If necessary, the Town will send a clean up/ violation correction notice to the property owner. The property owner has five days to respond. If the clean up notice is not responded to in a timely manner, the Town will schedule a clean up or arrange to remove it and bill the property owner of record. If not paid promptly, charges will show up on the property owner’s next tax bill.

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1. What are the responsibilities of the Department of Public Works?

The Department of Public Works (DPW) is responsible for the maintenance and engineering functions relating to municipal buildings, facilities, structures, roadways, sumps, trees and other green vegetation.

DPW includes the following divisions:

• Highway


• Highway Engineering


• Building and Grounds


• Street Lighting


• Sign Shop


• Fleet Maintenance


• Beautification Program

2. Where is the Department of Public Works located?

The Department of Public Works is located at 1023 North Indiana Avenue in Lindenhurst.

3. What are the responsibilites of the Highway Division?

The Highway Division is responsible for the maintenance of all town recharge basins and drainage structures, ice control and snow removal, street leaf bag distribution, street sweeping program, tree inspection, pothole repair, debris cleanup and water drainage.

4. What are the responsibilities of the Highway Engineering Division?

The Highway Engineering Division is responsible for roads, catchbasins and other related drainage structure designs, construction management and quality control oversight.

5. What are the responsibilities of the Buildings & Grounds Division?

The Building & Grounds Division is responsible for the repairs, alterations, and maintenance of all town facilities including fences; town pools and filtration systems; plumbing; carpentry; masonry; painting; landscaping; building of new structures; removing refuse; and the maintenance of all facility grounds.

6. What are the responsibilities of the Sign Shop?

The Sign Shop is responsible for the installation, care and maintenance of all traffic control and street signs in the Town. This includes all street name signs and regulatory signs (including on County roads) such as “No Parking.” The Sign Shop is also responsible for pavement markings on Town roads.

Repairs to traffic control and street signs are typically completed in two days from the time of notification. Stop signs and those that are in a dangerous condition are considered priorities. The Division oversees approximately 6,000 signs. Common service requests include: downed signs; signs in need of repair; faded signs; twisted signs; and graffiti on signs.

7. What are the responsibilities of the Street Lighting Division?

The Street Lighting Division is responsible for the installation, maintenance and emergency service of approximately 15,000 streetlights located throughout the Town. In addition, this Division is responsible for an additional 3,500 lights located in the Villages of Babylon and Lindenhurst. The Division organizes all lighting assets into 26 individual districts located throughout the Town. This Division also services all of the electrical capacities of all Town facilities including buildings, parks, beaches, and ball fields.

The Division processes many kinds of service requests including: installing new streetlights in an existing community; installing streetlights in a new development or where road improvement projects have occurred; drawing “mark-outs” where work is to occur by outside or private contractors in order to prevent the damaging of wires or pipes that might be near or involve underground utilities. Often, underground utilities are hidden in areas where construction is proposed. The Division also regularly monitors for light outages.

8. Who do I call to report a water main break?

Water main breaks can be reported to the Suffolk County Water Authority by calling (631) 582-2211 or (631) 665-0663.

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1. Why does my road, property and/or basement flood every time it rains?

Most of the south shore of Long Island is considered a low level marsh land with the entire shore front area approximately one or two feet above sea level.  When these areas were developed for commercial and residential purposes more than 70 years ago, most roads and buildings were built without the concern for erosion or flooding.  Drainage pipes were built underground in the bays and canals along the shore line, which causes many of the stormwater runoff concerns we have today.

When the south shore experiences heavy rain, flooding is expected to occur. As the rainwater floods the bays and canals, salt water floods over the bulkheads and causes additional flooding damage on roads and properties. In addition to flooding above ground, the salt water is pushed back into the drainage pipes underground, causing a surge within the pipes and overflow. All of this surge of water, both rain and salt water, adds to the contamination of the Great South Bay.

FEMA has designated most of the area as an AE6 Flood Zone, which means that anything less than six feet above sea level is prone to flooding. To find out if you live in a flood zone in Suffolk County, check out the online map at Suffolk County Flood Maps. 

2. Who do I contact about my street basin backing up after a rain storm?

All storm water basin issues should be reported to the Office of Citizen Services at 631-957-7474 or 3-1-1 . The Town will schedule an inspection of the affected area 24 hours after the next rain event. At that time, the inspection will investigate the storm drain for blockage, damage, etc. If it is determined the storm drain is blocked, a service request will be created and the drain will be scheduled to be cleaned.

3. Can the Town raise my home or raise the grade of my street to help prevent flooding?

When Suffolk County installed storm sewers in areas along the south shore 20 years ago, some roads were raised a few feet and drainage was improved. This also helped to solve many of the flooding problems in the area with the exception of flooding as a result of nor'easter storms and hurricanes.

Raising the grade in an entire area is impossible for any village, town or county to accomplish for budgetary reasons, but homeowners and business owners are encouraged to make grade and drainage improvements on their own properties.

4. Who do I contact about a flooded street?

The Town does not accept road flooding complaints during a storm but requests that residents wait 24 hours before reporting a flood. If after 24 hours the street is still flooded, please contact the Office of Citizen Services at 631-957-7474 or 3-1-1.

5. What is a flood zone?

Flood Zones are geographic areas that FEMA has defined according to varying levels of flood risk. These zones are depicted on a community's Flood Insurance Rate Map or Flood Hazard Boundary Map. Each zone reflects the severity or type of flooding in an area.

6. Where are the flood zones located on Long Island?

Most of the south shore of Long Island is considered a low level marsh land. A dynamic map of the areas that are considered flood zones can be found online at Suffolk County Flood Maps.

7. How is the Town working with the federal government to improve the flooding issues in our inlets?

The Town has recently requested that local Federal and State elected officials make dredging of the inlets along the south shore a priority using stimulus money. Dredging is an excavation activity in shallow seas or fresh water areas with the purpose of gathering bottom sediments and disposing them at a different location. Dredging the inlets would serve to remediate contaminants that are in our inlets as a result of stormwater surges.

8. What has the Town done to respond to the flooding issues in the low lying areas?

Over the course of time, the Town has experimented with a number of solutions to mitigate the flooding concerns along our south shore. Unfortunately, much was met without success.

Flapper valves were installed on the water side of several drainage pipes only to have them seal up in the closed position with marine life causing flooding during normal rain events. These valves require a lot of maintenance and, since there are potentially thousands of locations that these can be installed, this is not a feasible solution.

At one time, duckbill valves were mounted on the outside of Town controlled bulkheads to prevent contaminations due to the backflow of water. A duckbill valve is generally made out of rubber and shaped like the beak of a duck. They are more costly than flapper valves and boats tended to break them off when docking. In addition, they also had a tendency to freeze in the winter, which makes them non-viable solutions.

In certain areas, the Town built catch basins that serve to hold stormwater in rain events. However, because of the high water table, the catch basins are often ½ full most of the time causing a mosquito problem (so they don't work in every area).

The Town is committed to developing new and affordable solutions for the flooding problems along the shore line and will work with the residents and businesses in those areas.

9. What can I do if I live in a flood zone?

Residents and business owners in flood zones are strongly advised to purchase flood insurance. Actions you can take to insure personal items are not destroyed by flooding include:

• Keeping items off of the ground, especially in basements and garages, and raised to a higher elevation


• Improving the grading issues on personal property

10. Are there Emergency Shelters available to residents in an event of a storm or natural disaster?

Yes, there are emergency shelters throughout the Town, but they are not always open during every storm. If there is a severe storm in the area, residents are urged to listen to the local radio stations for shelter location information. The Department of Emergency Preparedness has more information about what to do during natural disasters or storms, including where to locate designated emergency shelters.

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1. What is Graffiti?

The Town defines graffiti as an inscription, figure, mark or design which is written, scratched, painted or drawn on a wall, building, monument, statue, rock or any other surface of real or personal property.

2. Is Graffiti a crime?

Yes. Any person who violates the Town's graffiti code shall be guilty of a Class A misdemeanor, which is punishable by a fine of not more than $1,000 or imprisonment for not more than one year, or both.

3. Why is the Town concerned about graffiti?

Graffiti contributes to a decrease in property values and the deterioration of the quality of life in a community. Well-kept public and private properties promote livability, community appearance, and public safety.

4. Will the Town assist in the removal of graffiti?

The Town will assist with the removal of graffiti when it is on Town property but not when it is on private property.

5. How quickly does the Town remove graffiti?

The Town aims to remove all graffiti within 48 business hours of receipt of notification.

6. How do I report graffiti?

Graffiti is a crime. If you see a graffiti crime in progress, please dial 911. For existing graffiti on Town property, call the Office of Citizen Services at 631-957-7474 or 3-1-1.

7. How does the Town respond to graffiti concerns?

All requests for the removal of graffiti on Town property are responded to by making an inspection of the site and, if suspicious or suggestive of gang activity, referred to the Suffolk County Police Department. The Police Department requests to be alerted to any possible gang activity, often reflected by graffiti tags. The Town will then remove the graffiti within 48 business hours.

If the graffiti is on personal or private property, the service request gets forwarded to Code Enforcement for an inspection and determination of a violation. If in violation, the property owner is given a warning and 20 days to remove the graffiti. If no action is taken by the property owner, a summons is issued and the Town will prosecute this violation to the fullest extent of the law.

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1. What is the Town's Leaf Program?

The Town's Leaf Program distributes leaf bags to residents each Fall. When the bags are full, they are placed on the curb with other yard waste and collected on a regularly scheduled yard waste pick-up day. Leaf bags are used to collect leaves that fall off of Town trees onto yards and roadways adjacent to private property.

2. How are leaf bags distributed?

During the last week of October through the first week of November, leaf bags are packaged and distributed by DPW employees to each Town of Babylon resident and property owner. Once full, residents are asked to place the leaf bags curbside for collection during their regularly scheduled yard waste collection.

3. How do I receive additional leaf bags?

Additional leaf bags are available to Town residents (while they last) at the Department of Public Works leaf program trailer located at 1023 North Indiana Avenue in Lindenhurst. 

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1. What is the Town's Lot Cleanup Program?

The Town's Lot Cleanup program is an umbrella program that includes service requests relating to overgrown grass, debris, abandoned houses, board-ups or clean ups, lot cleanups and other "quality of life" property complaints.

The complaint can involve private, town, or other public agency-owned property. If the complaint involves town property, it will usually be cleaned up within a week of notification. If the complaint involves private property where there is debris or other material left on the curbside, the Town will attempt to contact the property owner to remove it immediately. If not taken care of, the Town will schedule a cleanup by Town staff and bill the property owner for the expenses.

The purpose of the program is to educate property owners as to the requirements of specific property responsibilities, not to issue summonses. The first effort is always to obtain code compliance.

2. How do I request a property to be cleaned up?

All requests are made through the Office of Citizen Services at (631) 957-TOWN (8696).

Once a request is received, it is forwarded to Code Enforcement or the Office of Sanitation for investigation. If in violation, a Notice of Violation is placed on the door of the home, or if there is nowhere to leave the notice (such as with vacant property), it is mailed, registered mail, to the owner of the property. The property owner has a period of 5 days to cure the situation. A reinspection will be conducted just beyond the 5 day cure period. If the violation is not corrected, the Town will clean the property and bill the cost of this work to the property owner and if not paid will be transferred to the property’s tax bill. This is a legally binding lien (debt that stays with the property until paid).

Suffolk County is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of all County properties. Constituents are encouraged to call (631) 853-5941 about neglected county lots.

3. When and who cleans the sump in my neighborhood?

Town sumps are cleaned internally on a regular basis. Residents are encouraged to call Citizen Services, (631) 957-TOWN (8696), for those sumps that need an immediate cleaning. Winter Brothers, a third party contractor, has been retained to maintain the sump’s surrounding area. Each sump has this contact information located on a plaque posted to the bordering fence. Winter Brothers can be contacted at (516) 937-0900.

4. What is the Town's Sump Beautification Program?

As part of an ongoing effort to improve the quality of life for Town residents, the Town is attempting to upgrade, enhance and beautify all Town-owned sumps. This is an ongoing process and resource-dependant. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a schedule of when improvements will be made to a specific sump location.

The ultimate goal is to address all Town sumps by selecting them randomly in areas throughout the Town. Improvements include clean-ups, plantings and privacy fence treatments.

Sumps owned by the State, County or surrounding villages, are not part of the Town's Sump Beautification Program.

Many sumps are owned and maintained by other agencies including the State, County and Villages.

5. What is the property complaint process?

Once a complaint or request is received, it is forwarded to Code Enforcement or the Office of Sanitation for investigation. If there is found to be a violation, a Notice of Violation is placed on the door of the home or mailed, registered mail, to the owner of the property. The property owner has a period of five (5) days to rectify the property violation. A re-inspection will be conducted after this point and if the violation still exists, the Town will either complete it using town workers or arrange to have the work completed. The cost of the work will either be billed to the property owner or transferred to the property owner’s tax bill.

6. How do I dispute a property violation?

To dispute a Notice of Violation, property owners must contact the Office of Waste Management at (631) 422-7670 or write to the Sanitation Commission at 281 Phelps Lane, Room 19, North Babylon, NY 11703. The Sanitation Commission meets on the first Thursday of each month in the Town Board Room located in Town Hall.

All disputes must be received within 60 days of the date of the initial bill. If a request for a hearing is not accomplished in this timeframe, the property owner loses the right to appeal or dispute a violation. The dispute is then scheduled for the next available Sanitation Commission meeting; attendance is mandatory. Hearing adjournments are rarely granted, unless a hardship is demonstrated. The purpose of presenting a dispute at the Sanitation Commission hearing is for the property owner to present their case and the reasons why the bill is in error. A decision will be rendered within 10 days and the owner notified by mail. Property owners have a one-time option of appealing a decision.

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1. What makes a pothole?

Potholes are created when moisture seeps into the pavement, freezes, expands and then thaws. This weakens the pavement. Traffic loosens it even more, and it eventually crumbles and pops out.

2. Why do so many potholes occur in the spring?

Spring temperatures warm the cold pavement, melting and evaporating any ice. This creates air pockets that can eventually cause the pavement to break up. A winter of heavy snow or rain and several freeze-thaw cycles can mean a big pothole season ahead.

3. Do some roads get more potholes than others?

Yes, based on age, usage patterns and weather conditions.

4. How do I report potholes?

All complaints regarding potholes should be reported to Citizen Services, (631) 957-7474 or 3-1-1. Reports should include the location of the pothole such as the street address and the cross street name and/or intersection, as well as the complainant's name, address and phone number.

5. Why is a recently filled pothole coming apart?

During the winter months, a temporary “cold patch” is used to fill potholes. This is a temporary measure until a more permanent solution, such as asphalt, can be used. Asphalt can only be poured when the weather is more than 50 degrees. When needed, town employees will fix potholes repaired with a “cold patch” once the temperature is above 50 degrees.

6. What are the options to repair roads?

There are three options that the Town utilizes to make the most cost-effective and longest lasting solution depending on the specific situation. The three options include micropaving, overlaying or complete road reconstruction:

• Micropaving - an application of a thin layer of asphalt, designed to seal and extend the life span of the roadway; takes 1 day.


• Overlay - the application of a thick layer of asphalt designed to increase the load carrying ability of the pavement; work staged over a course of weeks.


• Reconstruction - a complete rebuilding of the entire pavement structure; work staged over a course of months.
  

Highway Engineers determine which treatment to apply based on a survey of the condition of the pavement. The Town tries to micropave a roadway before overlay is necessary and tries to overlay before reconstruction is necessary. This is done to save taxpayer money. Reconstruction is approximately 30 times more expensive than micro-paving. With more than 535 miles of Town roads to maintain, it is critical to apply the right treatment at the right time, to each roadway, in order to keep taxes as low as possible.

7. What is the process to reconstruct a road?

Your road may have been selected for repaving. If so, it is probably because of the overall condition of the road as well as the need to improve the drainage system. Please be aware that the entire reconstruction process may take approximately two months, weather permitting, to complete. The reconstruction process is extensive and involves many separate steps.

The first step is to remove any obstacles to reconstruction including sidewalks, curbing, driveway aprons, telephone poles, and, in some cases, trees. During the reconstruction process, we may, unfortunately, be forced to remove some healthy trees. The Town of Babylon is very dedicated to the preservation of trees and will only remove a tree as a last resort. Trees will be removed for the following reasons:

1. Roots are uplifting the road


2. Roots are interfering with a drainage basin


3. The tree is in the boundaries of the proposed road expansion (Federal and State guidelines dictate how wide a street must be)


4. The condition of the tree jeopardizes public safety (roots that are cut or damaged compromise the integrity of the tree which could in turn become a public safety issue)


5. The tree is diseased or dead

Following this, the road itself is pulverized and recycled on site. The existing road is regraded and used as the sub-base for the new road. After regrading occurs, the road cannot be paved until the moisture levels drop below 2%. This usually takes 3 or 4 days.

The next step is to pave the road. The final step in the reconstruction process is the restoration work. This is another time-consuming phase as sidewalks, curbs and other items removed must be restored.

Although it is a long process, you will have access to your road throughout the entire reconstruction process, with limited exceptions. The end result of this work will be a brand new road for you and your neighbors.

8. What can I expect when my road is being reconstructed?

During working hours (Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm), your street will be open, but at times access may be limited.

Please do not leave any vehicles parked in the roadway during working hours. If possible, park on the nearest cross street not under improvement, a minimum of 100 feet from the corner. Please adjust your plans for deliveries and other daily functions. During non-working hours, you will have unlimited access to your street. Pre-construction photos have been taken of your driveways and Town right-of ways (shoulder areas) to assist the contractor in the restoration phase of the project.
Please contact the Office of Citizen Services at (631) 957-TOWN (8696) to answer any inquiries you may have.

Your road has been selected for reconstruction due to the overall condition of the road as well as to upgrade the drainage system. Please be aware that the entire reconstruction process may take approximately two months, weather permitting, to complete. Although it is a long process, you will have access to your road throughout the entire reconstruction process, with limited exceptions. The end result of this work will be a brand new road for you and your neighbors.

9. When will my street be repaved?

DPW works closely with the Highway Engineering Division regarding road maintenance and repair. Items taken into account include previous road condition, recent data, traffic patterns and usage in order to decide the best course of road maintenance action. The Town strives to repair and repave roads on a regular basis and looks for the most cost-effective and permanent solution. Options for repair include micropaving, overlaying and complete reconstruction.

10. Why is there standing water on a recently paved street?

Micropaving seals the existing cracks and crevices in a roadway. Once those imperfections are sealed, it is possible to see standing water as it can no longer drain into the cracks.

11. When are Road Opening Permits issued?

When an agency other than the Town needs to open a Town road to perform construction work, the Town issues a road opening permit. Possible permitees include Suffolk County Water Authority, LIPA, National Grid, State, County, and other Governmental Agencies.

The permit notes and acknowledges the agency's responsibility to conduct the construction work in accordance with the State and Federal requirements as called for in Town Code. Markouts are required for any work more than one foot below the surface. The Town does not inspect the work but does hold security in the form of a bond or cash for a period of two (2) years. This is only released upon inspection that the work has stood the test of two (2) years time.

If an agency works on a road located within the Town, but not owned by the Town (State or County roads) there is no requirement for a permit.

12. Do I need a permit to widen my driveway?

The widening of a driveway does not require a permit except if the curb is being cut. A street opening application must be obtained from the Department of Public Works This application must be submitted by a contractor who is licensed and insured.

13. What is a private road?

A private road is a road that has been created by a private developer and not by the Town. As such, services and amenities for that road may vary from those that are developed and managed by the Town of Babylon.

14. What services does the Town provide for private roads?

Private roads are not serviced by the Town in any way but are the responsibility of the property owner. These services can include, but are not limited to, snow plowing, street cleanup, street repairs, etc.

15. Can a private road become a Town road?

Landowners may submit a request into the Highway Division to make a private road into a public Town road. Private roads must meet dedicated road standards in order to become Town roads.

The Highway Division would confer with the Town Board if such a road would benefit a majority of Town residents. The Town Board, on its own motion, may adopt a resolution to accept such a road. It is also up to the Board to NOT have the expense of making such a public Town road be borne by ALL residents of the Town, but only by the property owners adjoining the proposed new Town road. In that case, the Town Board would respectfully decline the proposal.

By law, owners of real estate fronting on a private road may petition the Town Board to make necessary improvements to qualify the road to be accepted as town highway. If after a public hearing the Town Board agrees, then all costs for the improvement must be borne by the property owners on the basis of the benefit to their property.

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1. How does the Town's Street Sweeping Program work?

Each street is scheduled for sweeping four times a year. Each home is included in one of the eighteen sweeping zones and generally, the sweeps occur in early Spring, Summer and Fall.

Circled numbers on the Trash and Recycling Calendar correspond to Sweep Zones in the program. If a sweep day is missed for any reason, the makeup day is usually the Friday of that week.

There are two scheduled street sweeps for the Spring season, usually the first in April and the second in May.

2. How often is storm or tree debris picked up?

If a public or town tree was damaged due to a storm, the Town's tree crew will remove that tree. The Town is responsible for picking up Town property storm debris only and not private trees or storm debris.

All calls regarding damaged trees should be directed to Citizen Services, (631) 957-TOWN (8696). The Town's Department of Public Works will determine if it is a removal, trim, or if no action is needed.

3. Who maintains Town beaches?

All Town beaches open to the public on Memorial Day weekend. Town crews maintain all Town beaches and start work prior to opening day. The Parks & Recreation Department is responsible for the maintenance of all bathroom facilities at Town beaches. Contact the Town's Parks & Recreation Department for more information, (631) 893-2100.

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1. How do I get my sidewalk repaired?

Sidewalk maintenance is the responsibility of the property owner. Any work to an existing sidewalk or curb can be completed at the homeowner’s expense without a permit.

2. Can I install a new sidewalk or curb?

The installation of new sidewalks or curbs requires a permit by the Town’s Highway Engineering Division. Please contact Citizen Services at (631) 957-TOWN (8696) for information on obtaining a permit. Note: If you do not have a curb and are installing Belgian blocks in place of a curb, you do not need a permit.

3. Who is responsible for clearing sidewalks of snow and/or ice?

According to the Town of Babylon Town Code 191-1, Keeping Sidewalks Clear, every owner, lessee, tenant, occupant or anyone in charge of any property within the Town shall remove snow, ice, dirt or any other object or material from any improved sidewalk between the property line and the curb line within four (4) hours after snow has ceased to fall or after the deposit of any dirt, object or other material placed upon a sidewalk, unless it falls between the hours of 9:00 pm and 7:00 am.

In the event that the snow or ice on the sidewalk is frozen and unable to be removed, the person in charge of that property shall place either ashes, sand, sawdust or similar-like material on the frozen sidewalk. Furthermore, as soon as the weather permits, that said owner shall thoroughly clean the sidewalk of that additional debris.

The owner or person responsible for the sidewalk is also liable for any personal injury and property damage as a result of the failure to remove any snow, ice, dirt or any other object/material from the sidewalk.

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1. Who is responsible for plowing snow?

The Town of Babylon Department of Public works is responsible for plowing all snow on Town-owned roads. When necessary, the Town augments it's own work force with private plow contractors. There are approximately 550 miles of Town owned roads. There are also hundreds of miles of County, State and Village roads. Those agencies are responsible for plowing and removing snow and ice from these roads.

2. When will the snow be plowed from my street?

Snow is plowed as quickly as possible. Plowing and sanding/salting begins as soon as there is an inch of snow on the pavement surfaces. The schedule varies with the more traveled streets being addressed as priorities.

3. How quickly does the Town plow snow after a storm?

Snow plowing begins when over an inch of snow or ice covers the roadways.

4. Does the Town remove ice from roadways?

Yes, the Town uses a mixture of sand and salt to treat icy sections of roadways.

5. Does the Town plow snow from driveways?

No, the Town does not remove or plow snow from private driveways.

6. How do I request to have snow plowed from my street?

All inquiries regarding snow plowing should be sent to Citizen Services, (631) 957-TOWN (8696).

7. Who is responsible for clearing sidewalks of snow and/or ice?

According to the Town Code 191-1 (Keeping Sidewalks Clear), "every owner, lessee, tenant, occupant or anyone in charge of any property within the Town shall remove snow, ice, dirt or any other object or material from any improved sidewalk between the property line and the curb line within four (4) hours after snow has ceased to fall or after the deposit of any dirt, object or other material placed upon a sidewalk, unless it falls between the hours of 9:00 pm and 7:00 am".

In the event that the snow or ice on the sidewalk is frozen and can't be removed, the person in charge of that property shall place either ashes, sand, sawdust or similar-like material on the frozen sidewalk. Furthermore, as soon as the weather permits, the owner should thoroughly clean the sidewalk of that additional debris.

The person responsible for the sidewalk is also liable for any personal injury and property damage as a result of the failure to remove any snow, ice, dirt or any object from the sidewalk.

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1. How do I get a light on my street repaired?

All streetlight repair requests should be directed to the Office of Citizen Services at 631-957-7474 or 3-1-1. The service request will be logged into the Town's repair system and forwarded to the appropriate staff within the Street Lighting Division.

2. Who replaces broken or missing street light globes?

All concerns regarding malfunctioning or broken streetlights should be directed to Citizen Services, 3-1-1 or (631) 957-7474. You may also submit a concern through this online form. 

3. Who do I call if there is a street light out in my neighborhood but I live in the village Amityville?

The Village of Amityville has their own lighting inspector but occasionally works with the Town of Babylon to handle service requests in the village. Requests originating from Amityville village should be routed to the Village of Amityville first.

4. Who do I call when a street light is out in my gated or private community?

The Town will work with community agencies to rectify multi-jurisdictional issues. However, the Town does not handle requests from private communities such as trailer parks, condominiums or those involving private roads.

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1. How do I request a new street sign?

All sign requests should be made to the Office of Citizen Services at 631-957-7474 or 3-1-1 or by using this online form. Requests for new signs (or other traffic devices) will be submitted to the Traffic Safety Committee for review and analysis. The Committee will then, if warranted, submit the application to Traffic Engineering. Traffic Engineering will then do a site study and make a recommendation on the request. This may take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months. The Traffic Safety Committee will make a decision based on a review of the original request application and the engineering site study. The recommendation then goes to the Town Board and a hearing is scheduled. Once the hearing is held the Town will consider a resolution at the next Town Board meeting to finalize the process and effectuate the change. This entire process may take several months before a final decision is rendered.

2. What happens to a damaged street sign?

The Suffolk County Police Department will notify the Town of a sign that is either damaged or down completely due to an accident. The Town will then take the necessary steps to repair the sign.

In other cases, the Town will alert other government agencies if it receives a request regarding a sign that is not in its jurisdiction of responsibility.

3. How do I report a damaged street sign?

All damaged signs should be reported to the Office of Citizen Services at 631-957-7474 or 3-1-1. Reports of damaged or missing traffic signs are then sent to the Traffic Safety Division, (631) 957-3106 or the Traffic Sign Shop, (631) 957-3104. Reports should include the location of the missing or damaged sign such as the address and the cross street name and/or intersection. The Town is responsible for responding to such reports within two hours of receipt and then correcting the situation within 72 hours.

4. How long does it take to replace a damaged sign?

Damaged sign requests are attended to as quickly as possible and are usually responded to within 48 business hours.

5. Can I request to have a street renamed?

Yes, streets can be co-named. All street renaming requests should be made to the Office of Citizen Services at 631-957-7474 or 3-1-1. 

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1. What is a Town tree?

Trees that are located on Town property or a Town right-of-way (generally 6-8 feet from the roadside curb) are considered to be Town trees. As such, these are the responsibility of the Town and will be maintained and/or removed by the Town. The Town is very dedicated to the preservation of trees and will only remove a tree as a last resort or during road reconstruction projects.

2. When will a Town tree be removed?

The Town is very dedicated to the preservation of trees and will only remove a tree as a last resort or during road reconstruction projects. A tree may be removed for the following reasons:

1. Roots are uplifting the road


2. Roots are interfering with a drainage basin


3. The tree is in the boundaries of the proposed road expansion (Federal and State guidelines dictate how wide a street must be)


4. The condition of the tree jeopardizes public safety (roots that are cut or damaged compromise the integrity of the tree which could in turn become a public safety issue)


5. The tree is diseased or dead

We encourage all residents who have lost a tree and want another one to apply for the Town's Tree Planting Program by filling out a Tree Replacement Application. You can obtain an application by contacting the Department of Environmental Control at (631) 422-7640 ext. 7645.

3. Are there any restrictions on tree planting?

No tree shall be planted within the sidewalk area in front of or adjacent to any private premises except trees whose root systems normally will not cause damage to sidewalks, curbs or utility installations. Trees of the following varieties should be planted:

• Sugar Maple
• Northern Red Oak
• Scarlet Oak
• Pin Oak
• American Linden
• Silver Linden
• Moraine Honey Locust
• Moraine Flowering Dogwood
• Red Flowering Dogwood
• Japanese Dogwood
• Goldenrain
• Sourwood
• Eastern Plane

4. Does the Town remove a fallen tree from a State or County road?

The Town of Babylon will remove any tree, regardless of roadway jurisdiction, if the fallen tree obstructs a roadway.

5. Who do I contact if a tree is damaging my sidewalk?

Contact the Office of Citizen Services at 631-957-7474 or 3-1-1. You can also fill out this online form. A service request will be sent to DPW to schedule an inspection of the tree. Inspections include gathering information on location, degree of nuisance, existing workload, health of the tree, other existing problems and if the sidewalk has been lifted by more than two inches. If warranted, repairs will be scheduled and expedited as soon as possible.

6. How long does it take to remove a tree causing damage to a sidewalk?

Each case is different depending on location, degree of nuisance and workload. The Town tries to expedite each complaint as quickly as possible. Each tree complaint that comes in must be located and scheduled for inspection. The inspection determines whether or not the tree is dead, has other problems or has lifted the sidewalk by more that two inches.

7. What can be done about tree roots interfering with my sewer lines?

All concerns about tree interference should be directed to Citizen Services, (631) 957-TOWN (8696). Residents are encouraged to submit a letter to Citizen Services written by a certified engineer that describes the situation. The case will be assigned to a caseworker and given priority.

8. What do I do if a tree is damaged by a storm or interferring with power lines?

Contact PSEG at 1-800-490-0075 . During a storm/emergency response situation, PSEG will remove/trim the necessary portions of trees in order to conduct the associated work. These trees will be cut/trimmed and, depending on the location of the tree (rear yard or front yard), neatly stacked in a logistically appropriate area of the customer’s premises. It is the responsibility of either the homeowner or the municipality (Town or Village) in which they live to remove the tree debris.

9. Who do I contact about my insurance being cancelled as a result of tree interference with my sidewalk?

Send all insurance cancellation correspondence to the Citizen Services Office where it will be assigned to a caseworker and given priority. For more information, please call (631) 957-TOWN (8696).

10. Who do I contact about infested trees?

All concerns about infested trees should be directed to the Town’s Department of Environmental Control at (631) 422-7640. A Town employee will be dispatched to the area and survey the specimen and tree in question.

11. How do I know if an Asian Long Horned Beetle is infesting and damaging my tree?

The Asian Long Horn Beetle is about an inch long and has defined black and white spots. It has very long antennae, which extend out to be longer than the beetle. They make unmistakable holes in the tree as they bore out of it once they mature out of the larval stage.

12. What should I do if my tree shows signs of infestation?

To report signs or symptoms of the Asian longhorned beetle, please call the New York ALB Eradication Program toll free at (866) 265-0301 or 877-STOP-ALB.

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1. Who do I call if an overhead wire is down on my street?

For a general power outage, call PSEG: 1-800-490-0075. If an electrical line is down, stay away and contact PSEG at 1-800-490-0075 or visit the PSEG website.

2. Does my home have access to sewers?

The Suffolk County Sewer District generally covers all homes in the Town of Babylon that lie south of Southern State Parkway. For specific questions you can contact your local Suffolk County legislator. You can find out who your legislator is on the Suffolk County Legislature’s website: https://www.scnylegislature.us/.

3. Who do I call if a utility pole has been knocked down on my street?

If a pole has been knocked down, immediately call the Suffolk County Police at (631) 854-8100. They will coordinate among agencies to ensure that the condition is corrected as soon as possible.

4. Who is responsible for manhole covers on Town roads?

The Town is responsible for manhole covers on most Town roads. Some Town roads contain Suffolk County covers, however, and need to be verified once a problem is reported. New York State is responsible for manhole covers on State roads.

For specific questions on location responsibilities, call the Department of Public Works or Citizen Services at (631) 957-TOWN (8696).

5. Who do I call to report a water main break?

Water main breaks should be reported to the Suffolk County Water Authority, (631) 582-2211 or (631) 665-0663.

6. How do I report a problem with a fire hydrant?

Fire hydrant problems should be reported to the Suffolk County Water Authority, (631) 582-2211 or (631) 665-0663.

7. Who do I call concerning the sewer waste pipe from my home leading to the street?

All problems with sewer lines between your home and the street can be addressed at the Suffolk County Southwest Sewer District, (631) 854-4150.

8. How do I report a downed cable or phone line?

Downed cable or phone lines should be reported to PSEG at 1 (800) 490-0075.

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1. Where can I find a shelter in case of a hurricane?

In case of a hurricane or other natural disaster, residents are encouraged to seek out emergency shelters in the area. A list of emergency shelters is posted on the Suffolk County website. Follow the links to the Department of Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services and Office of Emergency Management. Suffolk County Emergency Preparedness can be reached directly by calling (631) 852-4900.

2. What should I do in case of a natural or man-made disaster or emergency?

Residents are encouraged to listen to WALK 97.5 FM for instructions in the event of an emergency or listen to your local television and radio broadcasts. If needed, contact local authorities such as the police, emergency management office, or health department. Please do not call 911 or other emergency telephone line unless you need assistance with an immediate physical or medical emergency.

According to Suffolk County Emergency Management:
IF YOU ARE TOLD TO "SHELTER IN PLACE":

• Go inside


• Close all windows and doors


• Turn off all ventilation systems


• Turn on radio or television


• Stay calm

IF YOU ARE TOLD TO RELOCATE/EVACUATE:

• Follow instructions


• Take your disaster supplies kit with you


• Secure your home


• Plan ahead - you may not be able to bring your pets with you.


• Stay calm

3. Are there Emergency Shelters available to residents in an event of a storm or natural disaster?

Yes, there are emergency shelters throughout the Town but they are not always open during every storm. If there is a severe storm in the area, residents are urged to listen to the local radio stations for shelter location information.

The Department of Emergency Preparedness has more information about what to do during natural disasters or storms, including where to locate designated emergency shelters

4. How can I be prepared for an emergency?

In the case of a natural or man-made disaster, planning ahead can make all the difference in how you and your family get through an emergency. Below are some tips that can be helpful in such an event.

• Develop a family plan for survival and property protection as well as any pets. Rehearse the plan so everyone knows what to do.


• In the case of a hurricane, learn the storm surge history and elevation of your area as well as the locations of official shelters.


• Inventory personal property; safely secure all records and valuable documents in a fireproof and watertight place.


• Arrange now for elderly and others with special needs such as those who depend on electric life-support devices. You can sign up for LIPA's Critical Care Program by calling (800) 490-0025.

5. What is a Disaster Supply Kit and when would I need one?

According to the Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA), a disaster supplies kit is a collection of basic items that members of a household may need in the event of a disaster.

Disaster Supply Kits should include:

• Three-day supply of non-perishable food


• Three-day supply of water - one gallon of water per person, per day


• Portable, battery-powered radio or television and extra batteries


• Flashlight and extra batteries


• First aid kit and manual


• Sanitation and hygiene items (moist towelettes and toilet paper)


• Matches and waterproof container


• Whistle


• Extra clothing


• Kitchen accessories and cooking utensils, including a can opener


• Photocopies of credit and identification cards


• Cash and coins


• Special needs items, such as prescription medications, eye glasses, contact lens solutions, and hearing aid batteries


• Items for infants, such as formula, diapers, bottles, and pacifiers

You may need to survive on your own after a disaster. This means having your own food, water, and other supplies in sufficient quantity to last for at least three days. Local officials and relief workers will be on the scene after a disaster, but they cannot reach everyone immediately. You could get help in hours, or it might take days.

Basic services such as electricity, gas, water, sewage treatment, and telephones may be cut off for days, or even a week or longer. Or, you may have to evacuate at a moment’s notice and take essentials with you. You probably will not have the opportunity to shop or search for the supplies you need.

6. What is in a Winter Weather Disaster Supply Kit?

To prepare for winter weather, Disaster Supply Kits should contain the following additional items:

• Rock salt to melt ice on walkways


• Sand to improve traction on walkways and streets


• Snow shovels and other snow removal equipment

Individuals should also place winter emergency kits in their vehicles that contain:

• A shovel
• Windshield scraper and small broom


• Flashlight


• Battery powered radio


• Extra batteries


• Water


• Snack food


• Matches


• Extra hats, socks and mittens


• First aid kit with pocket knife


• Necessary medications


• Blanket(s)


• Tow chain or rope


• Road salt and sand


• Booster cables


• Emergency flares


• Fluorescent distress flag

7. What does it mean to winterize my home?

Winterizing your home can help extend the life of your home's fuel supply in both extreme hot and cold weather.

During the winter months, homeowners can help preserve the heat within their homes by insulating walls and attics, caulking and weather-stripping doors and windows, and installing storm windows or covering windows with plastic. Insulating pipes with added insulation or newspapers and plastic will help prevent pipes from freezing. In extremely cold temperatures, allow faucets to drip a little to avoid pipes from freezing and bursting.

To prepare for winter storms, homeowners should clear out the rain gutters and clear away any low hanging branches that could fall on a house during a storm.

8. How can I locate my local Evacuation Center?

All Evacuation Centers in Suffolk County are posted on the Suffolk County website. Follow the links to the Department of Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services and Office of Emergency Management for specific emergency shelter location information. Suffolk County Emergency Preparedness can be reached directly by calling (631) 852-4900.

Suffolk County's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) coordinates the county’s response to natural or man made disasters. OEM personnel are responsible for the operations of the county’s Emergency Operation Center (EOC) and work with local, state, and federal officials in shelter management, planning, resource management, and radiological response coordination.

9. Who is responsible for human services in the event of an emergency?

Suffolk County's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) coordinates the county’s response to natural or man made disasters. OEM personnel are responsible for the operations of the county’s Emergency Operation Center (EOC) and work with local, state, and federal officials in shelter management, planning, resource management, and radiological response coordination.

They can be reached directly at (631) 852-4900 or online.

10. How can I get more information during and after an emergency?

According to the Suffolk County Emergency Management website, you can get more information during and after an emergency by listening to your local television and radio broadcasts. If needed, contact local authorities such as the police, emergency management office, or health department.

Please do not call a 911 or other emergency telephone line unless you need assistance with an immediate physical or medical emergency. Dial "852-COPS" for non-emergency police calls in Suffolk County.

The 24-hour emergency contact telephone numbers for Babylon is: (631) 422-7600.

Non-Emergency Contact Information:
You may want to report the situation to our county or state offices of emergency management or health departments. Their phone numbers are:

• Suffolk County Office of Emergency Management: (631) 852-4900; 24 hours


• NYS. Office of Emergency Management , State Emergency Coordination Center - 24 hours: (518) 457-2200


• Suffolk County Department of Health Services: (631) 853-3000 Fax (631) 853-2927


• Emergencies after 5:00 pm and weekends (631) 852-4820


• NYS Department of Health, Division of Environmental Health: (800) 458-1158 or visit their website

11. Who handles flood insurance and flood zone questions?

All questions regarding flood insurance should be directed to the caller's local insurance broker.

For all questions regarding flood zones, please call Environmental Control at (631) 422-7645.

12. What is the contact information for FEMA?

FEMA can be contacted toll free at (800) 621-3362, or by visiting their website.

13. What are the contact numbers for Hurricane Sandy?

• FEMA: (800) 631-3362 or Disaster Assistance


• American Red Cross Suffolk County: (631) 423-0307


• Suffolk County Health Department: (631) 853-6974


• 311 for New York City: (212) NEW-YORK


• Suffolk Police 1st Precinct: (631) 852-2677

Shelter in Suffolk County as of 11/12/2012:

St. Joseph College
155 West Roe Blvd
Patchogue

Electrical Inspectors approved by the Town of Babylon:

• Alliance Electrical Inspections Limited
  707 Hyman Avenue
  West Islip, NY 11795
  (631) 539-6055


• Certified Electrical Inspections, Inc.
  188 A Park Avenue
  Amityville, NY 11701
  (631) 598-5610 / (888) 238-1338


• Electrical Inspection Service, Inc.
  375 Dunton Avenue
  E. Patchogue, NY 11772
  (631) 286-6642 / (888) 869-3742


• Electrical Inspectors, Inc.
  600 Johnson Avenue, Suite D2
  Bohemia, NY 11716
  (631) 650-0200 / (800) 794-1468


• Long Island Electrical Inspection Service Inc.
  670 Middle Country Road
  St. James, NY 11780
  (631) 265-3075


• Long Island Electrical Inspections Limited
  25 October Walk
  Long Beach, NY 11561
  (888) 571-7980


• Long Island Electrical Inspectors, Inc.
  21 Third Avenue, Suite 3
  Bay Shore, NY 11706
  (631) 665-3100


• NYS Electrical Inspections, Inc.
  278 Indian Head Road
  Kings Park, NY 11754
  (631) 466-4235


• Suffolk Bureau of Electrical Inspections
  40 Nottingham Dr.
  Middle Island, NY 11953
  (631) 495-8136

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1. What are the responsibilities of Environmental Control?

The Town of Babylon's Department of Environmental Control is responsible for several functions within the Town. The Department enforces provisions of the Town Code as it pertains to Environmental Protection.

There are several departments that fall under the jurisdiction of the Department of Environmental Control:

• Sanitation Department


• Animal Shelter


• Bay Management and Shellfish Management


• Town of Babylon SEQRA process reviews


• Town's Residential Recycling Center


• Commercial Waste District

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1. Where is the Town's Animal Shelter?

The Town of Babylon’s Animal Shelter, i.e. the Babylon Animal Adoption Rescue Center (BAARC), is located at 80 New Highway, Amityville.  The phone number is (631) 643-9270. The Shelter has several programs that it provides for Town residents. A Town resident can go to the Animal Shelter to have a dog licensed, to adopt a dog or cat, and turn in a dog or cat for adoption or to be euthanized for a modest fee. Dog Control Officers are assigned to the Department to enforce  Article 7 of the Agricultural and Markets Law of New York State and local laws and ordinances of the Town of Babylon.

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1. What is Bay & Shellfish Management?

The Environmental Control Department is responsible for the management of the area bays and shellfish. This includes the following:

• Hard Clam Survey- an annual survey of the Town’s 10,000 acres of underwater land used to determine the abundance and distribution of clams and oysters and their predators.
• Spawner Sanctuary- an area stocked with clams at high densities with the hope of enhancing reproduction. To date, over 11,000 bushels of clams have been stocked.
• Seed Clam / Oyster Program- the Town purchases seed clam and spat- on shell oysters at 3-5 mm from a local shellfish hatchery on bid. The baby clams and oysters are distributed out in the bay to increase national stocks. Since the program’s inception in 1978 the Town has introduced over 42,000,000 seed clams and over 10,000,000 oyster spat in the Bay.

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1. Why didn’t my last payment show up on the bill?

Bills print on the 5^th of the month and everything received after that will reflect on your next month bill.

2. Can I pay in installments/ by credit card/ electronically?

Sorry, no credit cards or cash. We only accept check or money order.

3. I thought the garbage was covered under my taxes?

The Solid Waste infrastructure is supported through property taxes as well as 1.5 yards of collection per week.

4. What happened to my credit allocation?

Tenant/Landlord: The 1.5 yards of collection service is per tax parcel.

5. Can’t you lower the prices?

Prices are based entirely on the cost of collection and disposal; no profit or sales tax is included.

6. How can I dispute the bill after you denied me a credit/refund?

Anyone may address the Sanitation Commission at its monthly meeting. You may be put on the agenda to be heard at the Sanitation Commission meeting by calling 631-422-7670. Meetings are held the first Thursday of every month.

7. I’m a landlord; I shouldn’t be responsible for my tenant’s bill?

Town legislation requires that unpaid Solid Waste debt be applied to the property as a lien.

8. Did you get my payment?

We can email or fax account activity. Please call us at 631-422-7670 so we may provide that information to you.

9. Can you help me with my billing issues?

Yes, please call us at 631-422-7670 so we may help you.

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1. How does the Town handle commercial waste disposal?

All commercial and multifamily dwelling waste is collected and disposed of by the Town’s contractor, Winter Brothers. The Town’s Office of Commercial Waste oversees this operation and prepares bills while administering the program. 

Though the commercial waste collected is recycled by the contractor, the program does not offer source separated commercial waste. Those wishing to set up a source separation program must arrange to do so with a private company. The company must be a Town (Class 1) licensed waste recycling company.

For more information, call the Commercial Waste office at (631) 422- 7670 

2. How do I know if I am in a commercial waste district?

Non- residential properties located within the Town of Babylon are generally considered to be within the Commercial Waste District with the exception of schools, libraries, post offices and other public entities. These properties usually include a structure. Properties without a structure can also receive service. Properties that are located within the three Villages (Babylon, Amityville and Lindenhurst) are not in the commercial waste district. 

To verify that your property is in the District, or to arrange for pickup call the Commercial Waste Office at (631) 422-7670.

3. How do I set up commercial trash service?

To schedule trash service, please contact the Commercial Waste Department at (631) 422-7670. A representative will work with you to help determine your service needs based on your usage parameters. 

These parameters will include waste characteristics, dumpster size, frequency of pickup and other special requirements, if any. Official orders containing all pertinent information can then be faxed by the constituent to (631) 893-1008. If an order is placed by 2:00pm, trash service can usually begin the next business day.

4. What is the earliest time trash pick-up service can begin?

Generally, trash service does not begin before 5:00 am. Residents are encouraged to call Commercial Waste at (631) 422-7670 if they notice, or are inconvenienced by, pick-up service occurring prior to 5:00 am.

5. Someone illegally dumped on my lot or in my dumpster, what can I do about it?

Please contact your tenant/landlord: It is the landlord’s responsibility to safely secure their property and keep it free of debris. 

6. I have furniture, bulky items, etc. to dispose of at my commercial property, what do I do?

• Multi-residential property: Please call Recycling Center at 631- 249-9346 for a pick up.
• Commercial property: Please call 631-422-7670 for a roll off container. 

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1. What is the Town's Great South Bay protection plan?

The Town takes great pride in its Great South Bay and has put numerous measures in place to protect it from pollution, erosion, and other natural disasters. The town has many programs to protect Great South Bay. The Town has been a very active participant in the South Shore Estuary Reserve Program for over 30 years. The Comprehensive plan has just been updated. Projects have included watershed plans, wetland restoration, and storm water treatment wetlands and the installation a litter capturing device on some of the towns’ watershed. The Town operates a comprehensive Bay Management Program and developed and maintains a comprehensive storm water management program. Briefly, this program incorporates a multi- faceted approach to reduce pollution from entering surface waters and the Great South Bay and includes the following components:

• Public education and participation- examples include a storm drain stenciling program where volunteers affix placards to street drains with a message informing the reader not to dump deleterious substances and that the drain leads to the Great South Bay. 
• Illicit Discharge Program- example is a yearly illicit discharge survey of a segment of Babylon’s surfaces waters.
• Construction and post construction requirements for development- requirements for active construction sites include incorporating erosion control into construction sites (use of a silt screen and stabilized construction entrance). For post construction sites, requirements include incorporating storm water control into site design to maintain storm water on site. Larger and more sensitive sites would require preparation of a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan. (SWPPP)
• Pollution protection and good housekeeping of town facilitates- examples include the construction of a storm water wetland at Ketchams Creek and Babylon’s road drainage improvement program.

More information about Babylon’s stormwater program can be found online, Stormwater Program, or by calling the Town's Department of Environmental Control at (631) 422-7670.

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1. What do I do with paints, stains, solvents, driveway sealer, antifreeze, insecticides, gasoline and other Household Hazardous Waste?

The Town holds 2 S.T.O.P Days a year. You may bring these items to the S.T.O.P Days on second Saturday in April and October from 8:00 -2:30 at the Town of Babylon Recycling Center at 57 Field Street, West Babylon.

2. What do I do with car parts, chain link fence, poles, wood fence?

Car parts can go to the junkyard.

Chain link fence can be brought down to the recycling center or scheduled for a special pick-up. The Recycling Center is located at 57 Field Street in West Babylon, off Edison Avenue they are open Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 2:30 pm.

Wood must be cut into 4 foot lengths and put out in 50 Ib. bundles at your curbside on your Thursday or Friday garbage days, or brought to the Recycling Center, 57 Field Street in West Babylon from the hours of 8:00am to 2:30 pm. Any further questions call 631-249-9346. Wood brought to the Recycling Center is chargeable at $100.00/ton and $20.00/minimum.

3. What do I do with mattresses, furniture (couch, loveseat, dresser, bedroom set, etc….)?

One item of furniture will be taken with each garbage pickup. Make sure that household garbage and furniture are at the same location. 

4. What do I do with propane tanks, car batteries, household batteries, appliances (white goods), tires, cardboard, newspapers, magazines, telephone books, catalogs?

Propane tanks, car batteries, household batteries, appliances (white goods), tires, cardboard, newspapers , magazines, telephone books, catalogs – are accepted free of charge at the Recycling Center, 57 Field Street in West Babylon from the hours of 8:00 am to 2:30 pm. Any further questions call 631-249-9346.

5. How do I dispose of a boat?

Bring it to the Town of Babylon Recycling Center at 57 Field Street West Babylon. Just drain all the fluids – we charge $100.00/ton/$20.00/ Minimum 

6. Can I dispose of roofing shingles at the Recycling Center?

We do not accept roofing shingles; you can bring them to a commercial dump.

7. How do I dispose of large debris from a home remodel?

Encon will pick up 2 items (no greater than 50lbs) on your Thursday or Friday garbage day. You may also bring it to the Recycling Center or a Commercial Dump for a fee.

8. What do I do if I have more garbage than fits at the curb after a home clean up??

You can hold what doesn’t fit and put it out at the curb the following week, or you can bring it to the spring or fall STOP Day clean ups (see the Recycling Calendar for dates) at no charge. You can also bring it to the Recycling Center or a Commercial Dump for a fee.

9. How do I dispose of a bicycle?

You can leave it out for your garbage or you can donate it to the ADOPT- A BIKE PROGRAM and bring it to the Recycling Center, 57 Field Street in West Babylon, between the hours of 8:00 am and 2:30 pm. Any further questions call 631-249-9346.

10. How do I dispose of car batteries?

You can bring them to the Recycling Center, 57 Field Street in West Babylon, between the hours of 8:00 am and 2:30 pm. Any further questions call 631-249-9346.

11. How can I dispose of a 20lbs BBQ propane tank?

You can either bring it back to where you purchased your propane or you can bring it to the Recycling Center, 57 Field Street in West Babylon, between the hours of 8:00am and 2:30 pm. Any further questions call 631-249-9346.

12. How do I dispose of tires?

You can put out one passenger vehicle tire (with or without a rim) on your Thursday or Friday pick-up day curbside, or you can bring up to 4 to the Recycling Center, 57 Field Street in West Babylon, between the hours of 8:00 am and 2:30 pm. Any further questions call 631- 249-9346.

13. Do you accept boat trailers as well?

Yes. We need the boats registration (if you do not have the registration then we need the New York registration number off the side of the boat) – CASH ONLY. What do we do with the gas from the boat?   Bring to the STOP Day.

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1. Why weren’t my can/glass recyclables picked up?

Recyclables should be placed at the curb in a blue Town of Babylon Recycling pale or in a clear plastic bag the night before your scheduled pickup. If you did this and your items were still not collected, please call Encon at 631-491-3200 for assistance. 

2. Why weren't my newspapers/cardboards picked up?

Newspaper / cardboard recyclables should be placed at the curb in a brown paper bag or tied up the night before your scheduled pickup. If you did this and your items were still not collected, please call Encon at 631-491-3200 for assistance. 

3. Where can I get a new Town of Babylon Recycling can?

• Recycling Center – 57 Field Street, West Babylon, off of Edison Avenue, Monday –Friday, 8:00 am -2:30 pm
• Town Hall Annex – DEC-281 Phelps Lane, Room 400, North Babylon, Monday –Friday, 9:00am -4:30 pm 
• Town Hall Council Office – 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, Monday – Friday, 9:00am -4:30 pm

4. I threw something valuable out in the garbage. Can I retrieve it from the truck?

Please call Encon at (631) 491-3200 if you mistakenly threw out an item. It can only be retrieved if the truck hasn’t been emptied into the pit yet. Once it’s dumped onto the tipping floor – it is too late to retrieve any items. 

5. I have confidential files that I would like to discard by burning. What is the process for a special burn?

• You need to fax over a request to Tom Vetri, Commissioner, Department of Environmental Control at 631-422-7686 stating which Wednesday, what time, and how many boxes need to be burned, so the Commissioner can approve it. Once approved we call you to schedule the burn.
• We charge a $250.00 Administrative fee for anything up to and including 3 tons. 
• Additional files are $100.00/tons.

6. Who picks up my yard waste?

Yard waste is collected by Encon on your yard waste day. To find out your day- please call Encon at 631-491-3200 or refer to the map below: 

7. Who collects garbage in the Villages?

Encon collects garbage in the Village of Amityville as well as the unincorporated communities of the Town of Babylon. The Villages of Lindenhurst and Babylon have their own sanitation collection departments and schedules. For more information: 

• Village of Babylon: 631-669-4878
• Village of Lindenhurst: 631-957-7521 or 631-957-7520

8. Does the Recycling Center accept credit cards?

No. Payment at the Recycling Center in only accepted in the form of cash. 

9. Do you have contact information for sanitation departments in other towns?

• Brookhaven 631-451-6222                           
• Huntington 631-351-3048                          
• Islip 631-224-5640                                           
• Smithtown 631-269-6600
• Hempstead 516-378-4210
• North Hempstead 516-627-0590
• Oyster Bay 516-677-5849

10. Why weren't my leaf bags collected on Yard Waste pickup day?

Please call Encon at 631-491-3200. 

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1. Where is the Town's Recycling Center?

The Towns Department of Environmental Control operates the Recycling Center. The Recycling Center receives waste that residents feel can’t be picked up at the curb. Not all items, however will be accepted. Unacceptable items include: explosive, ammunition, asbestos, automobile body part.

The Recycling center is located at 57 Field Street in West Babylon and can be contacted at (631) 249-9346.

The hours of operation for the Recycling center are Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 2:30pm.

2. What is the trash and recycling pick-up schedule?

A complete trash and recycling pick-up schedule is mailed to each house on an annual basis and is also available online - Trash and Recycling Calendar.

3. What is the earliest time trash pick-up service can begin?

Generally, trash service does not begin before 5:00 am. Residents are encouraged to call Commercial Waste at (631) 422-7670 if they notice, or are inconvenienced by, pick-up service occurring prior to 5:00 am.

4. What items are considered "White Goods"?

White Goods are:

• residential refrigerators (remove all doors from refrigerators and freezers)
  
• washers and dryers


• dishwashers


• stoves/microwaves


• water heaters


• air conditioners


• bathtubs


• metal desks, metal cabinets


• compactors


• metal dehumidifiers


• cut up oil tanks


• aluminum sheds (bundled, tied, under 4' and 50 lbs. or less)

5. How can I schedule a special pick up of White Goods?

EnCon will pick up white goods on Wednesdays; however, you must call ahead to reserve pickup. Contact EnCon at (631) 491-3200, Monday through Friday from 9 am to 4 pm and a representative will give you the date your white goods will be picked up. You need to call by Friday for pickup the following Wednesday. Please put the item at the curb in front of your house. 

For safety's sake, please remove all doors from refrigerators and freezers.

6. How do I dispose of yard waste?

Yard waste is collected separately from garbage 12 months of the year. Yard wase is collected according to your Yard Waste Zone (YWZ). Yard waste will not be picked up on holidays and will be picked up on your next collection day the following week. If you do not know your yard waste day, call EnCon at (631) 491-3200.

• Yard waste cannot be mixed with garbage


• Do not use cardboard boxes for yard waste


• You may put out a maximum of 10 items of yard waste per week


• Bags of grass and leaves must be under 50 lbs


• Disposal regulations for tree debris (tree branches less than 4" in diameter) require that trimmings must be bundled, securely tied, under 4 feet long and under 50 lbs


• Dirt, sod and rocks cannot be collected - these items can be brought to a Transfer Station or Yard Waste Disposal Center

7. What day is my yard waste collected?

Your yard waste collection day depends on your yard waste zone (YWZ). For more information, please check the Town of Babylon Recycling Calendar. Yard waste will not be picked up on holidays and will instead be picked up the next week on the resident’s usually scheduled pick-up day. The yard waste zones are as follows:

• YWZ 1 – South of Montauk Highway- Monday pick-up
• YWZ 2- Between Montauk Highway and Sunrise Highway- Tuesday Pick-up 
• YWZ 3- Between Sunrise Highway and Southern State Parkway- Wednesday pick-up 
• YWZ 4- Between Southern State Parkway and Long Island Avenue – Thursday pick-up 
• YWZ 5- North of Long Island Avenue or North of Long Island Rail Road tracks- Friday 

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8. How do I dispose of glass, cans and plastic?

When the bottles and cans symbol appears on your Trash and Recycling Calendar, EnCon will pick up glass, metal cans and plastics from your curbside in your blue recycling bin or clear plastic bags. EnCon cannot collect recycling material from any other type of receptacle.

• Aluminum and Metal Cans - rinse cans, labels may remain in place
• Glass Jars and Bottles - rinse jars and bottles, labels may be left on, remove caps, lids and wire rings (do not break glass or put plate glass, drinking glasses, light bulbs or window panes in the recycling bin)
• Plastic Bottles - rinse plastic bottles and remove caps and pumps (to fit more containers in the bin, flatten them)

9. How do I dispose of newspapers, phone books, magazines and cardboard boxes?

When the newspaper symbol appears on your Trash and Recycling Calendar, EnCon will pick up properly wrapped newspapers from your curbside. Wrap newspapers in twine or put them into paper bags. Do not use plastic bags for holding newspapers. Magazines, junk mail, cardboard boxes and telephone books will be picked up along with newspapers. These items should be bundled and tied. Please put out newspapers regardless of the weather. Pizza and cereal boxes are not recyclable. Please dispose of pizza and cereal boxes with your normal household garbage. Do not use your recycling can or garbage pails to put your newspapers out. These items can also be brought to the recycling center at 51 Field Street in West Babylon between the hours of 8:00 am and 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

10. What items can I drop off at the Residential Recycling Center?

Acceptable items for drop off at the residential recycling center are : plastics/ glass, waste oil, car batteries, computer paper, telephone books, bricks, household batteries, junk mail, oil filters, metal/ aluminum cans, polystyrene, newspaper cardboard, concrete ( broken pieces) 20 lb propane tanks fire extinguishers, electronics, and up to 4 tires with or without rims.

11. Where can I dispose of oil from my car?

You can dispose of waste oil at the Residential Recycling Center, located located on Field Street off Edison Avenue in West Babylon. It is open for drop-off of recyclable materials on weekdays from 8 am to 2:30 pm. For further information please call (631) 249-9346 or (631) 422-7694.

12. How do I dispose of my Christmas tree?

Natural Christmas trees go out on your regular yard waste day. No special arrangements need to be made.

13. How do I dispose of paint?

Latex and water and oil based paint can be disposed of in your regular garbage. Please place the can's cover on tightly, place in double bags and only put out one can per pick-up. Residents can also drop paint cans off at the Residential Recycling Center at 57 Field Street in West Babylon. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 2:30 pm. Residents are reminded to utilize the Towns STOP program each spring and fall.

14. How do I dispose of light residential construction debris?

Specific recycling information is available in Trash and Recycling Calendar. Limited construction debris, up to two items, is available for pickup on your Thursday or Friday garbage day. However, building material from major renovations cannot be taken. The Residential Recycling Center (631) 249-9346 or the Sanitation Department (631) 422-7694 can be contacted in the case that you need to dispose of an item and are not sure how to.

15. When did the Town of Babylon start its recycling program?

The Town of Babylon began its town-wide recycling program almost 36 years ago. Today, more than 60% of the town participates in the effort to recycle.

16. Is styrofoam recyclable?

Styrofoam is not listed among the specific items that EnCon will pick up with other recyclables. Newspapers, magazines, phone books, and cardboard boxes are available for pickup together on certain weeks, while glass, cans, and plastic are available for pickup on the other weeks. Please reference the Trash and Recycling Calendar.

17. How do I dispose of concrete?

Small quantities of concrete can be taken to the Town’s Recycling center which is located at 57 Field Street in West Babylon. For more information, contact them directly at (631) 249-9346.

18. Can I retrieve an item thrown out by accident from the recycling truck?

If a personal item was discarded in the Recycling container, a resident can retrieve the item if it is still within the truck and has not been delivered to the Recycling Center for processing. Once the item has been dumped at the Recycling Center it is considered “lost”.

19. When should trash be placed on the curb?

Trash should be placed at the curb the evening before your scheduled trash pick up. Do not put material out prior to 1:00 pm the day before your scheduled trash collection day and only put out the material to be collected at the curb. Please reference the Trash and Recycling Calendar.

20. Does the Town provide recycling bins?

Recycling containers are available at the Residential Recycling Center - one container per household. They are open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 2:30 pm. You can call the Recycling Center at (631) 249-9346.

21. Who do I contact to report recyclables that were not picked up?

All items for recycling should be placed in the recycling container or in a clear plastic bag the night prior to pick up. If the items in question were set out properly and were not picked up, residents should call either Encon, at (631) 491-3200 or Sanitation at (631) 422-7694.Encon is the Town’s contractor for residential waste service.

22. Can I recycle items found in my garage?

Garage type items can be placed at the curb, within limits, for pick-up or brought to the Spring and Fall clean-up events at no charge. There is a fee for these items if they are brought to the Recycling Center.

23. Can I recycle items from a home remodel project?

Items from a home remodel project can be placed at the curb for pick up if they are placed in bags no greater than 50 pounds in weight and do not exceed 2 bags in quantity. Items brought to the Recycling Center will be charged a fee.

24. How do I pay for items brought to the Recycling Center?

When items are brought to the Recycling Center for disposal, etc., there is generally a fee associated with the drop off. The Recycling Center accepts cash only as a form of payment. Checks and credit cards will not be accepted.

25. Do I need special pickup to dispose of large or bulk items?

Furniture, carpet, mattresses and other large items are considered to be bulky items. One bulk item can be put at the curb for each pick-up day. The item needs to be put right next to the other garbage but away from any obstructions like a car or truck.

If there is a question as to size or an unusual item, call EnCon, the Town's trash contractor, at (631) 491-3200.

26. Are batteries recyclable?

Household alkaline batteries are non hazardous and may be disposed of with regular garbage. Automotive batteries are accepted at the Recycling Center. Rechargeable batteries must be disposed of at a Stop Day event only.

27. How do I dispose of prescription drugs in a safe and environmentally-responsible manner?

Safe prescription drug disposal is available at each Suffolk County Police Precinct 24 hours a day, seven days a week. See flyer for more details. Click Here for Flyer

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1. How do I know if I have a flooding problem on my street?

The incidence of flooding is very dependent on road and property elevations and weather and drainage systems. Certain locations are prone to flooding and during certain weather events, flooding will occur. Often it is a temporary situation and clears within 24 hours. The drainage systems are designed to handle a certain flow within a period of time. If conditions exceed that design capability, flooding will occur.

An area with significant flooding issues generally has standing water at the location 24 hours after a rain event. If water does not exist at the location 24 hours after a rain event, it is determined that, although flooding occurs, it is temporary and therefore within the design capability of the system.

The Town is continually updating its database of problem areas and, as recourse allow, will address these problem areas. Flooding can also occur without a rain event in times of unusually high tides.

2. How do the tides affect flooding of my street and property?

Flooding can occur without a rain event in times of unusually high tides. When the tide rises above the outfall pipes in canals and on the bayfront, it pushes water back up into the drainage system. This prevents the road drainage system from discharging water and sometimes pushes salt water back up into the system and into the streets. This is a particular problem in many shore areas with homes built in the 50’s and 60’s which are very close to the shore and at low elevations.

The National Weather Service often issues flood advisories due to high tides. For those living in low lying areas near tidal water, this type of flooding will occur.

3. How do I report flooding on my property?

Flooding issues should be reported to Citizen Services, 3-1-1 or (631) 957-7474. Once an area foreman is given the service request and a significant rain event has occurred, the area in question is surveyed and inspected.

An area with significant flooding issues generally has standing water at the location 24 hours after a rain event. If water does not exist at the location 24 hours after a rain event, the case is closed. If standing water still exists at the location, the case is reported to the Engineering Division within the Planning and Development Department to develop a solution and schedule to rectify. At this point, incident report is written and copied to the homeowner.

4. Who do I contact about my street basin backing up after a rain storm?

All storm water basins (drywell) issues should be reported to Citizen Services, 3-1-1 or (631) 957-7474. The Town will schedule an inspection of the affected area 24 hours after the next rain event.

At that time the inspection will investigate the storm drain for blockage, damage, etc. If it is determined the storm drain is blocked, a service request will be created and scheduled.

5. When and who cleans the sump in my neighborhood?

Town sumps are cleaned on a regular basis. Residents are encouraged to post a service request for those sumps that need immediate cleaning. Winter brothers, a third party contractor, has been retained to maintain the sumps surrounding area. Each sump has this contact information located on the plaque posted to the bordering fence. Winter brothers can be contacted at (516) 937-0900. 

6. Can I dump oil or chemicals down a storm drain?

No. These storm drains are either a pathway to Town of Babylon waterways or the groundwater system where we get our drinking water and do not lead to a sewage treatment plant.

The storm drains are there to solely collect storm water from the public roads and right always. 

7. Can I pump water into the street, in a storm drain or onto another property?

No, pumping water into the street, storm drain or onto another property is prohibited by Town Code. Clean water may be discharged on one’s own property. 

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1. What are the Town's hours of operation?

Town Hall and the Town Hall Annex are open Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.

2. Where can I obtain a guide of Town events?

The Town of Babylon Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Recreation Guide contains information on most town events throughout the year. The online guide can be found by going to www.townofbabylon.com/parks and clicking Recreation Guide at the top of the page. 

3. Where do I go to vote?

To find out which polling place you can go to vote, contact the Suffolk County Board of Elections at (631) 852-4500.

4. What roads in the Town of Babylon are maintained by New York State?

The following roads are New York State roads:

• Deer Park Avenue (north of Southern State Parkway)


• Conklin Avenue (from Route 110 to Nassau County)


• Sunrise Highway


• Route 109


• Route 231


• Montauk Highway


• Route 110

Please contact New York State Department of Transportation at (631) 420-4270 for assistance with these roads.

5. What roads in the Town of Babylon are maintained by Suffolk County?

The following roads are Suffolk County roads:

• Great Neck Road


• Wellwood Avenue


• Bay Shore Road


• Oak Street


• Straight Path


• Commack Road


• Deer Park Avenue (south of Southern State Parkway)

Please contact Suffolk County Department of Public Works at (631) 852-4070 for assistance with these roads.

6. Does the Town offer parenting classes?

The Town of Babylon offers the very popular Parent & Tot Program, which affords children five and under an opportunity to socialize with peers and adults. Classes are formed by age and planned with the abilities and attention span of each group in mind. For information on upcoming sessions and registration dates, consult the Parks and Recreation Directory or call (631) 893-2100.

7. Where can I obtain a passport?

Passports can no longer be obtained at the Town Clerk's Office. Information and forms are available at U.S. Department of State or call 1-877-4USA-PPT (1-877-487-2778).

8. Where can I get a handicapped parking permit?

Handicapped parking permits can be obtained through the Services for the Disabled Office located in the Town Hall Annex, 281 Phelps Lane, North Babylon. For information and requirements, please call (631) 893-1050. The Handicap Parking Permit Application is also available online.

9. What are the guidelines for keeping a boat on private property?

A boat may be kept in the driveway or in the back. However, on a corner property, a boat kept in the driveway cannot cause a sight obstruction. It may also be kept on blocks when it is being stored.

10. May I fuel up my boat behind my house with a fuel truck?

No, fueling is only permitted in a marine service station.

11. Can I park a vehicle on the street for the purposes of selling it if it does not have license plates or vehicle registration information?

No, it is against Town Code to park any vehicle on the street that is not registered and does not have license plates. If a vehicle is parked on the street and is in violation of Town Code, it will be towed and the owner will be issued a summons.

12. Who do I contact about abandoned and unregistered vehicles left on the street?

To report an unregistered or abandoned vehicle in the street or on someone's property, please contact Citizen Services at (631) 957-TOWN (8696).

13. Who does the sidewalk in front of my house belong to?

The sidewalk area in front of a house is technically owned by the Town, however the property owner is responsible for maintaining it.

14. What can I do to notify the Town of a privately owned fence that is deteriorating and may need to be replaced?

Complaints about a privately-owned fence that is deteriorating can be made to Citizen Services at (631) 957-TOWN (8696). Code Enforcement would then be made aware of the situation, and inspectors would act accordingly.

15. What can I do if my neighbor's trees are growing onto my property?

A tree that the Town does not own is the private property of the homeowner. If he/she does not maintain personal property, such that branches are hanging in your yard, an option would be to take your neighbor to Small Claims Court. Small Claims Court, (631) 854-1950, is located in the 2nd District Court building at 375 Commack Road in Deer Park.

16. Where can I find out about boarded-up homes in my neighborhood?

Though there is no public listing of boarded-up homes in the Town, finding the owner of the property would give you the ability to contact that person/entity. If you are trying to find out who owns a specific property, but you do not have an exact address, such information is available by filing a Freedom of Information Request in the Town Clerk's Office, (631) 957-4291, which is located in Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst.

However, in the case that you do have a specific address, the owner of a specific property can be found by using the computer system in the Assessor's Office, (631) 957-3014, in Town Hall.

Once the owner of the property is found, you would have to contact that individual owner to inquire about the property further.

17. Who do I call to report a water main break?

Water main breaks can be reported to the Suffolk County Water Authority by calling (631) 582-2211 or (631) 665-0663.

18. Who do I call concerning the sewer waste pipe from my home leading to the street?

All problems with sewer lines between your home and the street can be addressed at the Suffolk County Southwest Sewer District at (631) 854-4150.

19. Who can I contact to report a clogged street drain in a residential area?

The Citizen Services Office is able to take in concerns that involve the Town of Babylon's Department of Public Works Highway Division, as well as other concerns. You can either visit Citizen Services, which is located in Town Hall, or call (631) 957-TOWN (8696) to report the situation. From there, the appropriate action will be taken.

20. When did the Town of Babylon start its recycling program?

The Town of Babylon began its town-wide recycling program almost 18 years ago. Today, more than 60% of the town participates in the effort to recycle.

21. I am interested in having wedding photos taken at Argyle Park. Is that a Town of Babylon park?

Argyle Park is run and maintained by the Village of Babylon, not the Town of Babylon. For more information on Argyle Park's availability, as well as the procedures that involve using it, please contact Babylon Village Hall at (631) 669-1500.

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1. How do I find available bids posted by the Town of Babylon?

All open bids are posted on our bid website: https://bidsapp.townofbabylon.com/

2. How do I get added to your bid list?

Please register at our website: https://bidsapp.townofbabylon.com/

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1. Where is the Housing Assistance Agency located?

The Town of Babylon's Housing Assistance Agency is located at the Town Hall Annex, 281 Phelps Lane, North Babylon, NY, 11703. The phone number is (631) 893-1040.

2. What is Section 8 housing?

Section 8 is a federally funded rental subsidy program more formally known as the Housing Choice Voucher Program for low-income individuals and families. Each town / jurisdiction manages its own Section 8 housing program.

3. What are the Section 8 housing requirements?

Generally, applicants must meet low-income guidelines as defined by HUD as well as other eligibility requirements as detailed in the Code for Federal Regulations for the Housing Choice Voucher program.

4. How do I apply for Section 8 housing?

Applications are normally accepted as funding becomes available. The Housing Assistance Agency then advertises in local publications detailing how to get applications as well as the requirements for submitting an application and ultimate acceptance.

Currently, the Town of Babylon is not accepting new applications for Section 8 housing. The demand for housing is high but the supply is low for those seeking Section 8 housing. As a result, the Town is currently working from an existing list of interested tenants and applicants are selected on a first come, first serve basis. Once the existing list is exhausted, the Town will open up the Section 8 housing program to new applicants.

5. How will I know when the Section 8 housing program is open to new applicants?

The Town of Babylon will post advertisements and legal notices in the local newspapers once the Section 8 housing program is open to new applicants. Interested applicants can also contact the Housing Assistance Agency at (631) 893-1040 for more information.

6. How long can I reside (live) in Section 8 housing?

There is no limit to how long you can occupy Section 8 housing as long as you remain in compliance with the Code of Federal Regulations pertaining to the Housing Choice Voucher Program.

7. Where are the Section 8 properties located?

Section 8 housing includes any legal rental property  located in the Town of Babylon, provided it has the necessary rental permit and the landlord has been approved by the Town of Babylon Housing Agency as a Section 8 landlord.

8. How do I apply to be a landlord in the Section 8 housing program?

For those interested in becoming landlords in the Town's Section 8 housing program, please contact the Housing Assistance Agency by calling (631) 893-1025.

All Section 8 properties are required to hold a Town of Babylon Rental Permit. Rental Permit applications can be obtained through the Department of Planning and Development's Rental Division.

To apply for a Rental Permit, you must fill out a Rental Permit Application and file it with the Rental Division.

The following items will be required when you submit your application:

• Deed or duplicate Certificate of Title
  
• Detailed floor plans drawn at 1/4" = 1' scale


• Survey


• Certificate of Occupancy


• Identification


• Tax bill


• Building Permit application (if you intend to make changes to the dwelling or building)


• Fee ($200 for first unit and $50.00 for each additional unit)

The permit requirements for rental units include:

• Smoke detectors must be placed in each bedroom, each hallway leading to a bedroom and at least one on each level of the house


• Hardwired carbon dioxide detectors must be on each level of the building


• Railings for all outside stoops in excess of 18" high


• Handrails for stairwells


• Fire-rated sheet rock for boiler areas


• Improved driveways


• No unregistered motor vehicles are allowed on the property


• Property must be in good and well maintained condition


• Storm windows


• No basement bedrooms


• Electric outlets cannot be exposed


• Tiles and grouting in bathrooms must be in good condition


• All units must have proper heat and hot water


• All Building Permits and Certificates of Occupancy must be in place and up to date


• House or building address number must be visible

For more detailed information on these requirements, please call the Rental Division at (631) 957- 4434.

9. How do I change my contact information on a Section 8 application?

Applicants must submit in writing any changes to their contact information (mailing address and phone number) if they are on an active Section 8 applicant list. All changes must be mailed to the Housing Assistance Agency, Town Hall Annex, 281 Phelps Lane, Room 9, North Babylon, NY, 11703.

10. How can I verify my Section 8 appointment?

All Section 8 housing appointments are made by Janet Madlon in the Housing Assistance Agency. She can be contacted directly at (631) 893-1040.

If a participant, for any reason misses a scheduled Section 8 appointment, you will receive a program termination letter explaining your termination and steps to take to receive a fair hearing as a result of your termination.

11. How do I move out of Section 8 housing?

If you are currently living in Section 8 housing and want to move, for any reason, please contact Sylma Burdett in the Housing Assistance Agency at (631) 893-1036.

12. How do I submit a complaint regarding a Section 8 housing tenant?

All complaints regarding a Section 8 housing tenant should be sent to the Office of the Executive Director, 281 Phelps Lane, Room 9, North Babylon, NY, 11703.

Typically, a caseworker will be assigned to the issue. In some instances, a case will be assigned to the Landlord/Tenants Rights Court.

13. What can I do if I reside in Section 8 housing but my landlord is selling the property?

Section 8 participants being evicted because of the sale of their rental unit must move. For further assistance, participants should contact Sylma Burdett in the Housing Assistance Agency at (631) 893-1036.

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1. Where is the Department of Human Services located?

The Department of Human Services is located at the Irwin S. Quintyne North Amityville Annex, 1 Commerce Boulevard in Amityville. 

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1. Where is the Drug and Alcohol Division located?

The Town operates the Beacon Family Wellness Center; a NYS OASAS licensed outpatient substance abuse treatment facility. It is located at 281 Phelps Lane in North Babylon and our direct number is (631) 422-7676. The Program provides treatment services to Town of Babylon residents and their families who have been affected by substance abuse. The Program offers a wide variety of treatment services and is open from 9:00 AM through 9:00 PM. 

2. What kind of services does the Drug and Alcohol Services Division provide?

Beacon Family Wellness Center is licensed by the State of New York and staffed with Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW), Licensed Masters of Social Workers (LMSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHC) and Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselors (CASAC). The Program provides confidential outpatient treatment services to Town of Babylon residents and their families who have been affected by substance use. Services include individual and group counseling, including an educational and family series 

3. How do I make an appointment?

Please call the office at (631) 422-7676 between the hours of 9:00 AM through 9:00 PM and inform the staff that you would like to make an initial assessment appointment. 

4. How long is a typical program?

Each patient’s program length is based upon the individual’s specific needs, goals and situation. There is no set timeframe or duration for program treatment. A counselor will work with each individual to create a patient-centered treatment plan with specific goals and milestones the patient wishes to accomplish during their time in the Program. Admission into the Program is voluntary and patients are entitled to discontinue treatment at any time for any reason. 

5. Whom do I call if I am having a crisis?

HOPEline Services

For help and hope 24/7, call 1-877-8-HOPENY (467369) or text HOPENY (467369). Toll-free and confidential.

The HOPEline operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The HOPEline responds to callers and follows-up to ensure that individuals receive the care and treatment they need. HOPEline provides support and additional referrals as appropriate. 

HOPEline provides callers with access to bilingual staff to provide services in English, Spanish, Bengali, Traditional Chinese, Haitian-Creole, Korean, and Russian. 

The DASH Hotline & Crisis Care Center are available 24-hours a day. The Hotline number is 631-952-3333. Family Service League’s DASH Crisis Care Center is an inspiration of hope for Suffolk County residents who are struggling to cope. 

In the event of an emergency, call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room.

6. Is there a fee or cost for services?

There are costs associated for services, but no individual is denied assistance based on their inability to pay. If an individual does not have medical insurance coverage, an individual’s income and our sliding fee scale determine the fees. All individuals entering the program must show proof of income when requesting services. Medicaid and most insurances are accepted. Patients are responsible for their copays.

7. Are my records and information confidential?

The Beacon Family Wellness Center is operated by the Town of Babylon, and is required by law to protect the privacy of your Protected Health Information (PHI). Beacon Family Wellness Center is also required to provide you with a copy of our Notice of Privacy Practices, which describes our information and privacy practices. Beacon Family Wellness Center adheres to all HIPAA and federal laws and guidelines pertaining to patient confidentiality. 

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1. What services does the Essential Transportation Program provide?

The Essential Services Transportation Program is for seniors who reside in the Town of Babylon to receive free transportation to medical, dental and other essential appointments and services as long as they are within the boundaries of the Town of Babylon. Services include transportation to:

*Social Security Office located at 510 Park Avenue in West Babylon.

*Town of Babylon – Town Hall for tax payments.

*Shopping needs 

Shopping transportation services are by appointment only, Monday through Friday. Appointments can be made by calling (631) 422-7618 or (631) 893-1056.

2. Who is eligible for the Essential Transportation Services Program?

The Essential Services Transportation Program is for seniors who reside in the Town of Babylon and meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Must be 60 years of age or older


• Do not own a car or have access to one


• Cannot afford taxi services

Appointments for service can be made by calling (631) 893-1056.

3. Is there a fee or cost for services?

There is no charge for these services.

4. How much notice is needed for Essential Transportation Services?

Participants are required to notify the program at least 7-10 days prior for the need of transportation service. This will guarantee your appointment.

5. Can Essential Transportation Services drive me to physical therapy appointments?

Yes, given the availability of transportation. These appointments must be made in advance with pick-ups starting at 9:00 am, with the last appointment scheduled at 1:30pm. Any appointments past 1:30pm must be a one-way trip. 

6. How long can I receive Essential Transportation Services?

There is no renewal period to be part of the program and applicants can receive services as long as they live in the Town of Babylon and as long as they need the services.

7. How do you verify if an applicant cannot drive or does not have a vehicle?

Once you apply, vehicle possession and driving abilities will be verified by Town staff by interviewing the applicant.

8. What are some of the rules for using Essential Transportation Services?

Transportation services are only within the boundaries of the Town of Babylon. 

Residents are urged to schedule their doctor and essential appointments between the hours of 9:00 am - 1:30 pm on the day designated for your area. 

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1. Office for Women Services - General Information

Women’s Services provides quarterly empowerment forums, featuring varied topics with guest speakers who are experts in their respective fields. These events are free of charge and open to the public. Topics have included domestic violence, debt counseling, fitness, stress management, housing resources and more. Future dates for the forums will be posted on the Town of Babylon’s calendar of events beginning in the Fall of 2022. For more information, call (631) 464-4340.

2. Where is the Office of Women Services located?

The Office for Women Services, managed through the Human Services Department, is located at the Town of Babylon, 1 Commerce Blvd., Amityville, NY 11701. Their contact information is (631) 464-4340.

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1. Who is eligible for Senior Citizen Community Services?

Residents, age 60 and older, who own or rent and are incapable of maintaining their residence because of illness, incapacity, handicap, or absence of a caretaker-relative are eligible for this service. Priority is given to servicing those who are frail, low income, minority, disabled, isolated or veterans. 

Residents who are receiving the same or similar service under another government-funded program are not eligible for this service. 

2. What are the requirements to receive Residential Repair services?

Applicants must be a Town of Babylon resident and at least 60 years of age. Those seniors that are 60 years of age or older but have adult and able-bodied children/people residing in their homes are not eligible for repair or home chore services.

3. Is there an associated cost for services?

There are no associated costs for labor but participants are responsible for the cost of materials. Once a repair job is complete, participants will receive a survey in the mail along with a request for monetary donation. However, seniors are not obligated to donate to this program.

4. Do you provide services 5 days a week?

Residential Repair services are offered four days a week, Monday through Thursday, between the hours of 8:00 am and 2:00 pm. 

5. Is there an income requirement for participation?

There is no income requirement to receive services. 

6. What Residential Repair services do you provide?

The Town's Residential Repair program provides: 

*Handicapped modifications

*Installation of hand rails and grab bars

*Painting services

*Trimming bushes/shrubs

*Minor plumbing services

The Residential Repair program covers minor projects only. The program does not provide electrical services, roof repair, window replacements, or snow removal. For more information, please call (631) 464-4340, x1117. 

7. Do you issue Senior Citizen identification cards?

Yes, we provide identification cards for senior citizens. Applicants must visit the Department of Human Services at 1 Commerce Boulevard, Amityville, NY and provide proof of residency and age. Acceptable documents include a driver's license, utility bill or passport. These ID cards allow members to redeem senior citizen discounts were available.

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1. Where are the Town's Senior Centers located?

The Town has four Senior Centers: 

• North Amityville Senior Center
   48-C Cedar Road 
   Amityville, NY 11701
   Phone: (631) 789-3524
   Contact Person: Tanya Crocker, Director
• Spangle Drive Senior Center
   438 Spangle Drive
   North Babylon, NY 11703
   Phone: (631) 422-7610
   Contact Person: Carolyn Epifane, Director
•  Tanner Park Senior Center
   Baylawn Avenue 
   Copiague, NY 11726
   Phone: (631) 842-7773
   Contact Person: Kerry Riordan, Director
•  Wyandanch Senior Nutrition Center
   28 Wyandanch Avenue 
   Wyandanch, NY 11798
   Phone: (631) 491-4889
   Contact Person: Alicia Portwine, Director

The Senior Centers provide recreational, cultural, advisory, and health programs. Program activities at all centers include arts and crafts, cards, games, billiards, outdoor games, needlework, painting, dance instruction, trips, and parties. 

Babylon’s Senior Centers provide many informational and special services, including Social Security information, income tax assistance, Medicare and Medicaid information, health education, referral services, mobile van health screening, and blood pressure screenings. 

The Senior Centers provide transportation to and from the centers, free of charge. 

2. How many Senior Centers are there in the Town of Babylon?

The Town of Babylon operates four Senior Centers. The Senior Centers are recreation centers for active and independent seniors (60 years of age and older). 

The Senior Centers are different than an adult day care program. Adult day care programs offer supervised health care management and social activities to adults who are frail or with special disabilities that require constant attention. Typically, these services are provided in a protective environment by trained staff, which assists clients with socialization and activities of daily living (eating, exercise and hygiene). 

For more information about Adult Day Care Centers, contact Suffolk County Office of the Aging at (631) 853-2236. 

3. How can I join a senior center?

All interested participants must complete a registration form that contains basic information such as name, address, current contact information, emergency contact information and a list of current medications. Participants must also show proof of residency and age. 

There is no cost to join a senior center. Once registered, members receive an identification card, which allows them to sign up for the lunch program, transportation, activities, classes and trips. 

4. How old do I have to be to join a senior center?

All participants must be 60 years of age or older.

5. What are the hours of operation at the Senior Centers?

The senior centers are open Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. 

6. What activities do the senior centers offer?

The Town's Senior Centers provide numerous programs and activities, which vary among the four centers. For individual senior center programs, residents should call the senior center directly. 

 Generally, the activities, classes and programs offered include: 

• *Lunch
• *Dancing instruction
• *Dance parties
• *Computer classes
• *Computers for individual use
• *Bingo
• *Horse racing
• *Exercise classes
• *Band concerts
• *Theme parties 
• *Card games
• *Billiards
• *Arts and crafts 
• *Bocce ball

7. Do the senior centers provide transportation services?

The Town's Senior Centers do provide transportation services to and from the center. Some of the centers also provide bi-monthly shopping trips to a local grocery store or convenience store for the seniors. The North Amityville Senior Center's door-to-door transportation services is also wheelchair accessible. 

Generally, the Senior Centers schedule food shopping trips for the seniors two to three times a month. To schedule transportation to a medical appointment, call five days in advance to schedule Senior Transportation at (631) 422-7618. This service is free and subject to availability. 

8. What services does the Wyandanch Senior Citizen Nutrition Center provide?

The Wyandanch Senior Citizen Nutrition Center is located at 28 Wyandanch Avenue in Wyandanch. The phone number is (631) 491-4889. 

 As a Nutrition Center, this center provides nutritional lunches for all seniors, including those at other Town senior centers, with a minimum of 100 lunches served daily. The average attendance is 60-80 seniors per day. 

Special programs offered at the Wyandanch Senior Citizen Nutrition Center are: 

• *The Food Program sponsored by Long Island Cares
• *The Frail and Elderly Program
• *The local schools' Intergenerational Program
• *The Wyandanch Senior Citizen Nutrition Center also provides: 
• *Transportation for seniors to and from the center on a daily basis.
• *Transportation for seniors to the local supermarket and Walmart.
• *Chair exercises every morning
• *Bingo games daily
• *Daily Arts and Crafts
• *Monthly Senior Center parties/social events
• *Computer class Monday through Friday, from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm
• *Access to pool tables, Monday through Friday

9. What services does the Tanner Park Senior Citizen Center provide?

The Tanner Park Senior Citizen Center provides: 

• Exercise class on Mondays
• Tai Chi classes on Tuesdays
• Computer classes on Tuesdays
• Mahjong games on Tuesdays
• Line Dancing on Wednesdays
• Live Music on Fridays: Big Band
• Bingo games on Thursdays, which are generally attended by 100 seniors
• Monthly visits from a Senior Advocate from Suffolk County Office for the Aging
• Daily activities such as arts and crafts, billiards, bingo, bocce, mahjong, and card games
• Monthly Horse racing activities
• Monthly presentations on senior related topics
• Monthly Senior Center parties/social events, which are generally attended by 150-200 seniors
• Access to outdoor bocce ball and horseshoes games
• Scheduled summer trips to the Cedar Beach Pavilion
• Annual barbecue events and Senior Olympic outdoor sports
• Free transportation to and from the centers for seniors who no longer drive

10. What services does the Spangle Drive Senior Citizen Center provide?

The Spangle Drive Senior Citizen Center is located at 438 Spangle Drive in North Babylon.  

• Wii bowling on Mondays
• Line Dancing on Mondays
• Craft class on Tuesdays & Thursdays
• Big bingo & horse racing on Tuesdays
• Knitting/crocheting on Thursdays
• Daily activities such as ping pong, billiards, bingo, card and assorted games
• Music/karaoke on scheduled dates
• Computer class on Thursdays
• Monthly Senior Center parties/social events, which are generally attended by 150 seniors
• Scheduled health presentations
• Access to outdoor bocce ball and horseshoes games
• Monthly cooking class
• Scheduled summer trips to the Cedar Beach Pavilion
• Participation for seniors in the local schools' Intergenerational Program

11. What services does the North Amityville Senior Citizen Center provide?

The North Amityville Senior Center is located at 48-C Cedar Road in Amityville. 

 The North Amityville Senior Citizen Center provides: 

• Transportation for seniors to and from the center on a daily basis
•  Transportation for seniors to the local supermarket and/or convenience store (Walmart, Stop ‘n Shop, Dollar Tree) every two weeks
•  Daily lunch for all seniors at the center
•  Breakfast served daily from 9:30am-10:30am
•  Chair exercises on Mondays 
•  Bingo on Tuesdays & Thursdays
•  Yoga classes and Line Dancing on Fridays
•  Arts and Crafts on Wednesdays
•  Monthly Senior Center parties/social events, generally attended by 50 seniors
•  Access to pool tables, Monday through Friday

12. What is the lunch program offered by the senior centers?

The Town's senior centers offer a nutritious congregate meal lunch program. 

13. Where can I get the lunch menu?

Seniors can call the Senior Centers directly to receive the day's menu: 

• North Amityville Senior Center - (631) 789-3309
• Spangle Drive Senior Center - (631) 422-7610 or (631) 422-7611
• Tanner Park Senior Center - (631) 842-7773
• Wyandanch Senior Nutrition Center - (631) 491-4889

14. Can I have lunch delivered when I am ill and homebound?

No, the Town of Babylon does not deliver lunch to homebound seniors.  You can contact Catholic Charities Meal-On-Wheels at (631) 842-4123.  Please visit the Catholic Charities website for more information on the services they provide.

15. What do I do in the event of a natural disaster?

Click the link below for a checklist of ways to protect yourself, your family and home. Click here

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1. Where can I find information on tenant's rights?

The New York State Attorney General's Office offers a comprehensive Tenant's Rights Guide online. For further information, contact the Suffolk County Office of the Attorney General at (631) 231-2400.

2. How can I find out if an apartment in the Town of Babylon is legal?

To find out if an apartment is legal, you need to file a Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) request with the Town Clerk's office. The application for public access to records is available in our Forms Center, FOIL Request, or can be obtained from the Town Clerk's Office.

When the form is completed, please drop it off at the Town Clerk's Office at Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway in Lindenhurst.

3. How do I report an illegal apartment in the Town of Babylon?

To report an illegal apartment, call the Office of Citizens Services at 3-1-1 or (631) 957-7474. Please try to have as much information as possible when calling, including:

• address of the house
• location of the apartment in the house
• number of tenants in the illegal apartment
• location of the apartment entrance

4. Can I make a complaint about a neighbor that is illegally renting out rooms in his/her house?

Yes, you can contact the Citizen Services Office in Town Hall, by calling 3-1-1 or (631) 957-7474. If you want to make a complaint about an illegal apartment, a certain amount of information is necessary to enable inspectors to take the appropriate action. Complainant information is requested so that inspectors have someone to contact in the case that more information about the situation is needed.

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1. What is the Long Island Green Homes Program?

The Long Island Green Homes Program is a self-financing, residential retrofit program designed to upgrade the energy efficiency of existing homes in the Town of Babylon. The program enables residents to make their homes greener and healthier at little or no out-of-pocket expense to themselves, while saving money on home energy costs. For more information about the program, please visit the Long Island Green Homes website.

2. How can I contact the Long Island Green Homes program?

The Long Island Green Homes Program is located at the Town Hall Annex, 281 Phelps Lane, Room 24 and 26, North Babylon, NY, 11703. The phone number is (631) 422-4411, The fax number is (631) 893-1008.

You can also visit their website, Long Island Green Homes, or email them at ligreenhomes@townofbabylon.com.

3. Why is the Long Island Green Homes program necessary?

Most homes–even newer ones–have not been constructed to building performance standards that conserve energy. The overwhelming majority of homes on Long Island are wasting considerable amounts of energy and contributing unnecessary greenhouse gasses to the environment. Leaking energy means that homeowners are wasting a lot of money. With fuel costs at all time highs and in a region where utility rates are among the highest in the nation, homeowners can no longer afford to waste energy.

4. How do I save money with the Long Island Green Homes Program?

A Town of Babylon Licensed Green Homes Contractor will conduct a comprehensive energy audit of your home to determine what energy-efficient home improvements may be effective. The contractor will prepare a detailed report that will demonstrate the savings you will receive from making the improvements. The savings will, generally, cover the cost of the upgrades.

We use state-of-the-art, industry standard software called Real Home Analyzer to calculate your savings, using your 2 years of utility usage data and the information from your Energy Audit. LIGH also thoroughly reviews each project for accuracy, and performs regular quality assurance inspections.

5. What is “retrofitting”?

Retrofitting refers to the addition of new technology or features (such as insulation, more efficient boilers) to older systems (or your home). By improving your homes energy usage, Long Island Green Homes aims to prevent unnecessary air leakage and wasted energy escaping from your home.

6. Who pays for the energy efficient home improvements?

The objective of Long Island Green Homes is to reduce your homes energy usage, thereby reducing your utility bills. Therefore, an energy assessment will be performed by a town licensed, BPI certified, Energy Auditor. The cost of the energy assessment is $250, which will be paid directly to your auditor. There is no longer a $250 assessment fee. Free or low-cost energy audits through NYSERDA’s Home Performance with ENERGY STAR Program are available to residential customers. Following the Home Performance Evaluation, you will be given a detailed explanation of how your home uses energy, where the most energy is being wasted or lost, and specific improvements that could increase energy efficiency. The report also calculates a fixed cost for each recommended improvement along with the projected dollar amount you will see in energy savings on an annual basis, from that specific improvement. The Long Island Green Homes Program pays the contractor the entire cost of the energy-efficiency improvements. Under a separate contract with the homeowner, the Town sets up a monthly payment plan that has the homeowner pay for the improvements over time only from a projected utility bill cost savings. For example, if our expert Home Performance Evaluation auditors project that you will save $1,000 per year in utility bills, The Town will establish an annual payment schedule (benefit assessment payment) based on your projected annual savings. Therefore your payment would be less than a $100 a month.

7. Does the Town loan money to homeowners to make these improvements?

No, the Town does not loan money to homeowners for any improvements. Money for this program is coming from the Solid Waste Fund as a benefit assessment. A benefit assessment is when a municipality provides a specific improvement on a property for a public purpose, i.e. remediating the environmental damage caused by leaky and inefficient homes. The Town will then assess the cost of the benefit against the property.

The Town will provide for energy saving improvements up to but not to exceed $12,000 per home. Homeowners will then pay the Town directly for the improvements through a monthly benefit assessment fee.

The amount of the monthly benefit assessment fee is structured to be less than the monthly savings on a residents' energy bills resulting from the improvements. There is an additional 3% administrative fee applied to these monthly payments.

8. How do I apply for the Long Island Green Homes Program?

Homeowners are required to complete a Self-Check Home Inventory Form prior to scheduling a Home Performance Evaluation. This form asks general questions about the home, its energy usage and homeowner energy habits. Homeowners will also need to provide two years worth of utility usage. You can complete and submit the Do-It-Yourself Home Energy Upgrade Assessment & Intake Form online at Long Island Green Homes website.

Once we have processed the data from your Self-Check Home Inventory Form, a Town of Babylon Licensed Green Homes Contractor will perform a Home Performance Evaluation on your house. The contractor will provide a detailed report that will recommend certain energy efficient home improvements and estimate the savings that will result. You make the decision to hire the contractor to perform the energy-efficient home improvements. What energy-efficient home improvements are offered through the program? Improvements include efficient lighting, weather-stripping, caulking, air and duct sealing, insulation and upgrading of heating units, etc. We will advise participants which appliances, cooling units, and other eligible measures offer the best return and what LIPA rebates and incentives apply. Please call our office at (631) 422-4411 if you have any further questions or concerns.

9. What if I rent my home?

The LI Green Homes program can only issue contracts to homeowners. However if a landlord chooses to participate in the Long Island Green Homes program, the residents will benefit from the efficiency improvements as well. The program is currently open for those residing in one or two family homes.

10. What if I have been living in my home for less than 2 years?

New homeowners who cannot access utility data are still eligible to participate in the program. Please notify our office so we can contact you with specific instructions.

11. What energy improvements are offered through the program?

Energy efficient home improvements offered through the program include:

• Efficient lighting upgrades


• Weatherstripping


• Caulking


• Air and Duct sealing


• Insulation


• Upgrading of heating and cooling units

The program will also advise homeowners on which appliances, cooling units, and other eligible measures offer the best return on investment as well as what LIPA rebates and incentives apply. Interested homeowners are encouraged to call the Long Island Green Homes Program at (631) 422-4411.

12. Are there any guidelines for the work that I can have done?

Yes. All projects must have a Savings to Investment Ratio of 1.3 or higher, Payback < 10 years, and Total Cost < $12,000.

13. How does the Long Island Green Homes Program benefit our environment?

By reducing the amount of energy needed to power our homes we will significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions that are causing global warming. Every time we turn a light on in our homes or turn up the thermostat or turn on an air conditioner, we are using energy from a power plant or burning scarce fossil fuels (oil and natural gas), all of which produce greenhouse gas emissions. By combating global warming and cleaning the air, you are also preventing the need to build more power plants and are reducing our reliance on fossil fuels.

14. Who performs the work?

One of our town licensed BPI certified energy contractors. The Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI) measures the knowledge, skills and competency of individuals, and evaluates the organizations impacting building performance. BPI has an integrated certification, accreditation and quality assurance program designed to support the building performance contracting industry. BPI ensures our contractors are educated to the highest standards for energy efficiency improvement work, and are exceptionally qualified to complete the efficiency improvements on your home.

15. Who pays for the improvements?

The best part of the Long Island Green Homes program is that there are no up-front costs to the homeowner for the improvements.

Once the licensed contractor has completed the work, the Town will directly pay the contractor. The homeowner will then pay the Town for the improvements on a monthly basis for an amount and term that is agreed upon in advance. With almost every customer, the savings from reduced energy bills will be greater than the cost of the improvements. This means that the homeowner will have a positive cash flow; the money that was going to the utility companies is now going to make your home greener and healthier. Once the improvements are completely paid for all of the savings go directly to the homeowner, saving him/her an average of $1,000 every year.

16. Can I still get rebates or credits if I sign up?

Yes, you may qualify for LIPA, National Grid, and NYSERDA rebates and/or NY State and Federal credits for the work on your home. Please talk to your contractor for rebate eligibility.

17. Will my house be assessed at a higher rate or will my taxes increase as a result of these "green" improvements?

Absolutely not. Any energy-saving improvements made to your home through the Long Island Green Homes program will not increase your home’s assessment or increase the amount of taxes you pay.

18. Will Town employees be inspecting or making these improvements to my home?

Absolutely not. You will be hiring a contractor as you would for any other type of work you would want to do in your house. The only difference here is that the contractors are licensed by the Town to insure they have the credentials and capability to properly do this kind of work. At no time will Town employees be permitted to enter your home without your explicit permission.

19. What if I sell my home soon after making improvements to it?

Once you sell your home, your liability for home improvement payments falls to the new homeowner and you do not have to continue making payments for those improvements.

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1. Is there a fine for those who park at the stations without a permit?

Yes, there is $100 fine for parking without a permit. There is also a metered lot available at the Copiague Train Station that charges $3 for 24 hours. 

2. Is there a metered lot at the Copiague Train Station?

Yes, there is a metered lot available at the Copiague Train Station that charges $3 for 24 hours. 

3. Who maintains the parking garage at the Wyandanch Train Station?

The parking garage is managed by the MTA, not the Town of Babylon. Please contact the Long Island Rail Road for more information on the garage and fees to use it. 

4. How long are parking permits valid for?

Parking Permits issued by the Town of Babylon are valid from January 1st to December 31st of each year. 

5. How do I get a permit for the Amityville, Babylon or Lindenhurst LIRR stations?

The Villages of Amityville, Babylon and Lindenhurst all issue parking permits for the LIRR stations within their respective jurisdiction. Please call the Village Hall you are looking to obtain a permit from. 

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1. What are the responsibilities of the Department of Parks & Recreation?

The Department of Parks & Recreation is responsible for managing the various programs and recreational activities that the Town provides. Full-time employees and part-time seasonal personnel staff its various facilities during the summer months. This department oversees the Town's parks, beaches and marinas, pools, spray parks and an 18 hole par three golf course at Cedar Beach. The main office is located at 151 Phelps Lane in North Babylon and the phone number is (631) 893-2100. Each summer the department publishes the Recreation Guide listing the programs that it administers. Such programs include: special events like the Beach Blast; recreation programs such as swimming lessons, day camps, dancing and many others; sports programs and leagues; kayaking; tennis and many others. A full listing of offerings can be reviewed in the annual Summer Recreation Guide, a directory available at Town Hall or the Parks & Recreation Office. Any resident can register for a program. The Department of Parks & Recreation also issues permits for those seeking to use one of the many Town facilities for recreational purposes.

2. Where is the Department of Parks & Recreation located and how can I get there?

The Department of Parks & Recreation main office is located at 151 Phelps Lane in North Babylon, (631) 893-2100.

From Sunrise Highway - take exit 40 and follow the signs for Deer Park Avenue North; once you are on Deer Park Avenue, Phelps Lane is the left immediately before North Babylon High School.

From the Southern State Parkway - take exit 39 South to Deer Park Avenue; once you are on Deer Park Avenue, Phelps Lane is the right immediately after North Babylon High School.

From Montauk Highway - make a left onto Deer Park Avenue; Phelps lane is the left immediately before North Babylon High School.

3. What is the Recreation Guide and what kind of information does it provide?

The Town of Babylon Department of Parks & Recreation produces the Recreation Guide each year to provide residents with information about the various programs, camps, and facilities the Town has to offer.

In the guide you will find the names and phone numbers for the Town's recreation facilities, registration dates and times for Town programs, and information on annual Town events including the Beach Blast. Remember that the Recreation Guide contains information about all the programs for the entire year so keep it handy.

The guide contains the dates and times for the Department of Parks & Recreation's Fall, Winter, and Spring events and programs. These include the Fall Festival, Tree Lighting at Town Hall, the Spring Egg Extravaganza and a wide variety of other activities.

4. Where and when can I get a Recreation Guide?

Please visit www.townofbabylon.com/parks and click “Recreation Guide” at the top.

The Recreation Guide is available here.

5. What are Parks & Recreation's Special Events?

Special Events include:

• Annual Summer Beach Blast with Fireworks at Overlook Beach
• Free concerts at Tanner Park and various facilities 
• Seasonal events like the Holiday Tree Lighting, Eggstravaganza, and Fall Festival

6. What are the Recreation Programs?

Recreation Programs include:

• Aquatics (basic swimming lessons, progressive, specialty, aquasize and competitive)
• Dancing (various styles)
• Day Camp (summer-5 weeks, ages 5 through 12)
• Music Lessons (most band and orchestra instruments)
• Parent and Tot (child play, movement, music, crafts and stories)
• Yoga at Gilgo Beach

7. What are the Sports Programs?

Sports Programs include:

• Kayaking (children and adults)
• Pickle ball (mini tennis)
• Tennis
• Martial Arts
• Golf
• Surfing

8. When can I get an application for seasonal employment with the Town of Babylon Department of Parks & Recreation?

Applications are available at the end of April through mid May. If offered a position, you can download the application from our Forms Center on this website.

9. Does the Department of Parks & Recreation provide senior citizen discounts?

Yes, senior citizens can receive discounted pool passes and beach permits.

10. Does the Department of Parks & Recreation take care of tree trimming or animal control?

No, the Department of Parks & Recreation is not responsible for tree repair or animal control. For tree repair questions or animal control problems, call Citizen Services, (631) 957-TOWN (8696).

11. Does the Town of Babylon offer golf lessons?

Yes, golf lessons for Town residents are provided throughout the summer months at the Cedar Beach Golf Course. For more information, including specific dates and fees, see the Recreation Guide when it is distributed in the Spring

12. Do any parks in the Town of Babylon offer overnight camping?

Yes, facilities for overnight camping (self-contained camping vehicles only) are located at the Cedar Beach Marina & Campground. The 41 campsites are available for weekly reservations, Friday – Friday. Reservations for the summer begin in March. Please visit the campground reservations page for more information.

13. Can an Empire Passport be used to access Town of Babylon beaches and parks?

The Empire Passport only provides access to New York State run beaches and parks. Residents of the Town of Babylon can purchase a Recreation Permit for Town Beaches to avoid a per-visit usage fee and to gain access to Overlook Beach. For non-residents and residents without permits, a per-visit usage fee is charged.

14. Can a non-resident purchase a Recreation Permit for Town Beaches at a cost higher than that for residents?

Recreation Permits for Town Beaches are only available for purchase by Town of Babylon residents. However, non-residents are able to pay the same per-visit usage fee as residents without Recreation Permits. Cedar Beach and Gilgo Beach are open to all.

15. Can I use my New York State Access Pass at Town of Babylon recreational facilities?

The New York State Access Pass is a state park disability pass. The Town of Babylon is accepting the New York State Access Pass for admittance into the Town beaches in lieu of a Recreation Beach Permit purchased through the Town. This courtesy will enable a resident access to Overlook Beach, Cedar Beach and Marina and Gilgo Beach.

16. Where can I find additional park information?

In addition to the Town of Babylon parks, there are parks managed and owned by the State, County and surrounding Villages. For more information, please contact the following:

• New York State Parks Program: (631) 669-1000


• Suffolk County Parks Program: (631) 854-4949


• Amityville Village Hall: (631) 264-6000


• Babylon Village Hall: (631) 669-1500


• Lindenhurst Village Hall: (631) 957-7500

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1. How do I register my child for the Town's Summer Day Camp Program?

Registration is now online ONLY! You must have a user ID and password, which can be obtained from the Park's & Recreation Office, 151 Phelps Lane, North Babylon. For information, call (631) 893-2100.

2. Can I register my child for day camp if he/she does not live within the Town of Babylon?

No, all day camp participants must be Town of Babylon residents.

3. How old do you have to be to enroll in the day camp program?

In order to enroll in day camp children must have completed kindergarten. Children that have completed the sixth grade and are 12 years old are still eligible for day camp, but those children who have completed the seventh grade and are 12 are not eligible for day camp.

4. Is day camp full time?

Yes, there is a full day day-camp at the Fabio Buttitta Pool/Park in Deer Park. This program runs Monday – Friday, 9 am to 3 pm. A half-day program runs at the Phelps Lane Park/Pool and is run in two sessions per day. Children can enroll in either the morning session from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm or the afternoon session from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Each session runs Monday through Friday for five weeks. Please note that children CANNOT sign up for both the morning and afternoon session.

5. What items should children bring to camp daily?

Children should bring a towel on pool days and a snack every day.

6. What is the cost for attending concerts at Tanner Park and Overlook Beach?

All concerts at Tanner Park and Overlook Beach are free to the public.

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1. How many beaches does the Town have?

The Town has three ocean beaches: Overlook (open only to Town residents with recreation permits), Cedar and Gilgo, and two bay beaches: Venetian Shores and Tanner Park. The two bay beaches have spray parks and boat launching ramps. The Cedar Beach golf course is also located at Cedar Beach and Overlook Beach. The Gilgo Beach Marina is located at Gilgo. Cedar Beach also boasts the Cedar Beach Marina which is accessible by boat and connected to Cedar Beach via a walkway. Camping (41 campsites) is accommodated at the marina for Town residents with full camping facilities available. Camping requires a camping permit which can be purchased at the Parks and Recreation office located at 151 Phelps Lane in North Babylon. For more information call 631-893-2100.

2. How do I obtain a beach permit?

For information on beach permits, please www.townofbabylon.com/parks and click Beach Permits.  

3. How much are Town resident beach permits?

Resident Beach Permit: $45

Senior: $20

Veteran/Active Military: $20

Town of Babylon Volunteer Firefighter: $20

4. What facilities can I gain entrance to with a resident beach permit?

A beach permit allows you access to Cedar Beach, Cedar Marina, Gilgo Beach, and Overlook Beach, which are all located off Ocean Parkway. The beach permit also allows you to enjoy the Town of Babylon’s two bay beaches, Tanner Park in Copiague and Venetian Shores in Lindenhurst. 

Please note that a Town beach permit does NOT qualify you for free entrance into New York State facilities including Robert Moses, Jones Beach, and Heckscher State Park.

5. Where can I purchase a beach permit?

Beach Permits can be purchased online or in person. For information on beach permits, please visit   www.townofbabylon.com/parks and click Beach Permits.  

6. Can I still go to the Town of Babylon beaches if I am not a resident?

Non-Residents can pay the daily entrance fee at Gilgo Beach and Cedar Beach during the summer season. 

7. Are animals permitted at the beaches?

No, animals are prohibited from all Town beaches.

8. Who maintains the Town beaches?

All Town beaches open to the public on Memorial Day weekend. Town crews maintain all Town beaches and start work prior to opening day. The Department of Parks & Recreation is responsible for the maintenance of all bathroom facilities at Town beaches. Contact the Town's Parks & Recreation Department for more information, (631) 893-2100.

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1. Where is Cedar Beach Marina located?

Cedar Beach Marina is located on the bay side of Cedar Beach. It is accessible from the beach by walking through the pathway and underpass which goes from the ocean side of Ocean Parkway to the bay side. The marina has berths for boats and 41 campsites for self-contained camp vehicles.

2. How can I reserve space at the Town's campground and Cedar Beach Marina?

Facilities for overnight camping (self-contained camping vehicles only) are located at the Cedar Beach Marina & Campground. The 41 campsites are available for weekly reservations, Friday – Friday. Reservations for the summer begin in March. Please visit the campground reservations page for more information.

3. How often can I reserve space at the Cedar Beach Marina?

Residents with a Parks & Recreation issued user ID and password can reserve camping site from Memorial Day through Columbus Day. Reservations are Friday at 12:00 pm through Friday at 10:00 am. Please note that residents may not reserve back to back weekends at the campground.

4. How much does a Cedar Beach Marina reservation cost and how many spots can I reserve?

Please see the Parks & Recreation website and current Recreation Guide for prices.

5. How do I obtain a Boat Docking/Launching Permit?

Boat Docking/Launch Permits will be available (in season) to Town of Babylon residents only and can be obtained through the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs, 151 Phelps Lane, North Babylon. Permits can be obtained (in season) Monday through Friday, 9 am to 4 pm.

There is a $50 permit fee, or $25.00 for residents 60 years of age or older. Residents must show double proof of residency and ownership of the boat. When purchasing a permit, residents must provide:
• A current New York State Driver's License of the person who owns the boat
• A current New York State Boat Registration
• A current tax or utility bill that displays their name and address

6. Can fuel be delivered to a boat, house or dock?

No, all fueling must be done at a marine gas and fuel station and cannot be done on private property.

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1. How many pools does the Town have and where are they located?

The Town of Babylon has five area pools that are open for residents only to enjoy. The pools are open full time in the summer (late June through Labor Day) and include:

• Anthony Sanchez Pool: Sawyer Avenue, West Babylon, (631) 661-2067
• Fabio Buttitta Pool: Acorn Street Deer Park, (631) 242-4803
• North Lindenhurst Pool: Straight Path, North Lindenhurst, (631) 957-3510
• North Amityville Pool: Albany Avenue, North Amityville, (631) 842-6240
• Phelps Lane Pool: Phelps Lane, North Babylon, (631) 669-4654

2. Where can I obtain a Summer pool pass?

Pool passes can be purchased at the Parks & Recreation Department at 151 Phelps Lane in North Babylon, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Town pools are open from the end of June through Labor Day. Residents must bring their license, current tax/utility bill and birth certificates for all children (under 18 years old). All children under 16 years of age or younger must be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older to enter a pool facility.

3. How much do Summer pool passes cost?

Residents can purchase individual or family plan summer pool passes. Please reference the summer Recreation Guide for up-to-date pool plan fees.

4. What is the cost to use the Town pools if a plan is not purchased?

The daily entrance fee for Phelps Lane pool is $7.00 per person. The daily entrance fee for all other Town pools is $5.00 per person. Proof of residency is required to use the pools.

Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or over. Children ages 3 and under are free.

5. What are the rules for using the pools?

No food or coolers are allowed at the pools. Bathing suits are required to enter the pool facility.

6. When can I use the spray parks at Tanner Park and Venetian Shores?

The Town's spray parks at Tanner Park and Venetian Shores are open daily during the season from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Geiger Spray Park is open 10:00 am – 7:00 pm. The spray parks are open for the season in late June. The spray park season close after Labor Day.

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1. What beaches do I have access to with the Town of Babylon Beach Permit?

The Town of Babylon Beach Permit gives Town of Babylon residents access to: 

Overlook Beach, Cedar Beach, Gilgo Beach, Cedar Marina, Tanner Park, & Venetian Shores 

2. How and Where are Town of Babylon Beach Permits being sold?

Online: Residents with online accounts can purchase the Town of Babylon Beach Permit online from February 21th to April 21st! (Permits will begin being mailed in April.) 

In Person: In person (drive-thru) purchasing will begin Tuesday, April 25th at various parks throughout the Town. If you would like to purchase your beach permit in person, bring your NYS Driver's License and NYS Car Registration (with matching name and addresses in the Town of Babylon) to a drive-thru location listed below. Please note, sales are credit/debit card only. American Express is NOT accepted. 

In person sale dates from April 25th - June 22nd:

Tuesdays @ Tanner Park, 3 pm - 6 pm

Thursdays @ Venetian Shores, 3 pm - 6 pm

Saturdays @ Geiger Park, 10 am - 2 pm

3. How much does a Town of Babylon Beach Permit cost?

Resident: $45  

Senior (60+): $20, NYS Driver’s License Must Indicate an Age of 60+  

Veteran/Active Military: $20  

Active Town of Babylon Volunteer Fire Department Member: $20 

4. What documents do I need in order to purchase a Town of Babylon Beach Permit?

A NYS Driver’s License with an address in the Town of Babylon and a car registration with matching last name and address to driver’s license. 

If you qualify for a discounted Beach Permit based on your status, you will also need: 

Additional Documents Based On Your Status as a Volunteer Firefighter, Veteran/Active Military, Snowbird, Company Car: 
1. Volunteer Firefighter: Volunteer Firefighter Card needs to be uploaded. 
2. Veteran/Active Military: DD214 needs to be uploaded, if designated on license, please indicate that when uploading/Active Military ID Card should be uploaded. 
3. Snowbird: Snowbird Affidavit needs to be uploaded. 
4. Company Car: A letter on company letterhead (must be typed) stating:  

1. That the resident has been assigned to that particular vehicle for the year and that they are allowed to use the vehicle for recreational purposes. 
2. The vehicle information (year, make, model, plate, & VIN#) 
3. The resident's name listed as sole driver, and resident's address as it appears on the driver's license. 
4. The company's name and address as it appears on the car registration. 

5. What is the online Beach Permit purchasing process?

1. Create/Login to your Town of Babylon Parks account. Click here to create an account/login. 
2. First Time User - Get "Resident Status" Upload your Driver’s License & Utility Bill. If you already have "resident status" you do not need to repeat this step. Click here to upload. 
3. Purchase your Beach Permit. Have a picture of your license and car registration on hand while completing your transaction. You will need to upload your documents during the checkout process. Click here to purchase. 
4. After you purchase your Beach Permit, your documents will be reviewed by the Park’s Staff. Your Beach Permit will be mailed to you beginning AFTER April 1^st. 

6. How can I check the status of my Beach Permit purchase?

1. Sign into your online account. 
2. Click your last name in the upper right corner of the screen to open up the menu (desktop version) or click the three lines, top left of page to open up the menu (mobile version). 
3. Click the arrow under "My Account" 
4. Click "My History" 
5. Scroll to your current year's beach permit and click "Questions". If your documents have been viewed and verified, a verification date will be entered. If your permit has been mailed, the mailing date will be entered. 

7. When will I receive my Beach Permit in the mail?

The Parks Department will begin mailing permits in April. 

8. I created an account last year, but don’t remember by username and/or password:

Click here if you forgot your username. An email will be sent to you with your username. 

Click here if you forgot your password. An email will be sent to you with a link to reset your password.  

9. I’m over 18 and live with family. How do I create an account/get a beach sticker?

If you have a car registered in your name, please create an account for yourself at your address. There can be more than one “household” at each physical address in our system. We understand that different family structures exist and will accommodate all residents.  

10. What if my car is register to my company/job?

Please submit a letter on company letterhead (must be typed) stating: 

1. That the resident has been assigned to that particular vehicle for the year and that they are allowed to use the vehicle for recreational purposes. 
2. The vehicle information (year, make, model, plate, & VIN#) 
3. The resident's name listed as sole driver, and resident's address as it appears on the driver's license. 
4. The company's name and address as it appears on the car registration.  

11. What if I have issues with my car registration and/or driver’s license? Or need to do a change of address on my registration/license?

Please visit https://dmv.ny.gov/mydmv/mydmv scroll down to create and account or if you already have an account, log in to view your car registrations/complete a change of address.  

12. What if I need a replacement beach pass?

To receive a replacement permit, the original permit must be taken off the vehicle (no photos) & submitted to the Parks Department. Please note that the permit is designed to shred when removed from the vehicle. 

Replacement Sticker Steps: 

1. Write the permit number down 
2. Remove the permit from the car 
3. Bring the permit, documentation of the new vehicle purchased/leased (bill of sale or lease agreement), and the permit number to the Parks & Recreation Department located at 151 Phelps Lane in North Babylon, Monday – Friday, 9 am – 4 pm.  

13. How will you make sure non-residents won’t get access to a Town of Babylon Resident Recreation Permit?

The Town of Babylon Resident Recreation Permit is designed to shred. If someone tries to remove it from a car window, it will come off in pieces. If someone tries to alter the plate information on the sticker by removing the sealant, the permit will shred and therefore become voided. Additionally, Park Rangers and Bay Constables will be monitoring the parking lots to match plates with the plate written on the permit. If they don’t match, the car will be given a summons.  

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1. How do I obtain a Boat Berth Slip Rental Permit?

Boat Berth Slip Rental Permits are available through the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs, 151 Phelps Lane, North Babylon. The Town rents boat slips at Tanner Park in Copiague and South Great Neck Road in Copiague. Associated fees are $40.00 a foot for South Great Neck Road and the floating dock at Tanner Park. The main dock at Tanner Park is $50.00 a foot.

Applicants must prove they are residents of the Town of Babylon and requirements include:
• Provide a current New York State Driver’s License
• Provide a current New York State Boat Registration
• Provide copies of a current tax and utility bill

Waitlist applications are available under the Forms Center and can be submitted to the Parks & Recreation office. Waitlist applicants will be called in April if they are offered a slip for the season.

2. How do I obtain a Camping Permit?

Camping Permits will be available to Town of Babylon residents, and can be obtained through the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs. For specific dates and times, please refer to the current Town of Babylon Recreation Guide released each April.

Camping Permits cost $50.00, or $25.00 for those 60 years of age or older. Camping Permits are for use at Cedar Beach only and applicants must prove they are Town of Babylon residents by providing:

• A current tax or utility bill that displays their name and address
• A current New York State Driver’s License that displays the address of the person who owns the camper
• A current New York State Camper Registration that is registered in the Town of Babylon
• A current New York State Tow Vehicle Registration that is registered in the Town of Babylon

No photocopies of any documents are accepted

3. How do I obtain a Boat Docking/Launching Permit?

Boat Docking/Launch Permits are available to Town of Babylon residents, and can be obtained through the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs. For specific dates and times, please refer to the current Town of Babylon Recreation Guide released each April.

There is a $50 permit fee, or $25.00 for residents 60 years of age or older.

Required documents to be show at the time of purchase:

• A current New York State Driver’s License of the person who owns the boat with address in the Town of Babylon.
• A current New York State Boat Registration with matching name and address to NYS License.
• A current tax or utility bill that displays the name and address

4. Where can I use my Boat Docking/Launching Permit?

The Boat Docking/Launching Permit allows residents to dock at the following facilities for an additional docking fee:

• Cedar Beach Marina: (631) 669-5949
• Gilgo Beach Marina: (631) 826-1255

The Boat Docking/Launching Permit allows residents to use the launch ramps located at Venetian Shores and Tanner Park on the Great South Bay for no additional fee.

5. How do I obtain a Jet Ski Permit?

Jet Ski Permits will be available to Town of Babylon residents, and can be obtained through the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs. For specific dates and times, please refer to the current Town of Babylon Recreation Guide released each April.

Jet Ski launching is available at Tanner Park and Venetian Shores ONLY.

Jet Ski Permits $25.00 per jet ski.

Required Documents: 

• A current tax or utility bill that displays their name and address
• A current New York State Driver’s license that displays their address
• A current New York State Jet Ski Registration that is registered in the Town of Babylon

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1. What is the Planning and Development Department?

The Department of Planning and Development is one of the Town's largest departments. It has nine divisions and three boards:

• Division of Accessory Apartment
• Division of Building
• Division of Code Enforcement
• Division of Engineering
• Division of Planning
• Division of Plumbing
• Division of Rental
• Division of Signs
• Division of Traffic Safety
• Accessory Apartment Review Board
• Planning Board
• Zoning Board of Appeals

These divisions and boards are responsible for receiving and processing applications for building permits, for new subdivisions, accessory apartments, variances, and requests for traffic safety control measures. For questions regarding the Divisions of Planning and Engineering, please contact the Planning Department at (631) 957-3103. Please check the Planning and Development Forms and Documents page to view the applications, forms and documents that are currently available online for the Planning and Development Department.

2. What are the responsibilities of the Building Division?

The Building Division issues permits and enforces the Town of Babylon's zoning, local laws, ordinances and building codes. No building can be constructed or altered on any lot, plot or premises until a Town of Babylon building permit authorizing the work has been issued. The Building Division requires that copies of plans and specifications, and such other necessary information, be filed with every permit application.

3. What is the Accessory Apartment Review Board?

The Town's Accessory Apartment Review Board conducts public hearings and reviews applications for temporary permits for accessory apartments. The following applications are available online:

• Accessory Apartment Permit Application (PDF)
• Accessory Apartment Permit Renewal Application (PDF)
• Accessory Apartment Affidavit of Transfer (PDF)

4. What is the Planning Board?

The Town's Planning Board studies and makes recommendations concerning zoning to the Town Board. The Planning Board considers and approves the filing of subdivision maps for home development, requiring the necessary site and street improvements. The Board also reviews site plans for business and industrially zoned properties.

5. What is the Zoning Board of Appeals?

The Town's Zoning Board of Appeals conducts public hearings and reviews applications for variances of the zoning ordinances. The Board may grant a variance after considering the effects of these requests on the subject parcel, surrounding area, and the intended purpose of the zoning.

The Zoning Board of Appeals Application and Radius Map Request Form are available online.

Please visit the Forms Center to view the application forms and other documents that are currently available online for the Zoning Board of Appeals.

6. What recourse do I have if an application is denied by the Zoning Board of Appeals?

Any person aggrieved by a decision by the Zoning Board of Appeals, or any officer, board or bureau of the Town, may apply to the State Supreme Court for review by an Article 78 proceeding. All such actions must be commenced within 30 days of the decision under contention. Residents may wish to consult a private attorney regarding such action.

7. What is the Traffic Safety Committee?

The Traffic Safety committee meets monthly to review and discuss new traffic-related applications such as traffic signs and traffic calming controls. The committee is made up of (among others) a traffic engineer, a representative from the Supervisor's Office, a community member and a representative from the Suffolk County Police Department.

8. What is the zone for my property?

To find out the zone for your property, please use this link or the map below: 

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1. What is an Accessory Apartment Permit?

An Accessory Apartment is defined by the Town of Babylon as an additional self-contained dwelling unit which is incorporated within a one family dwelling and contains a second kitchen. You must obtain an Accessory Apartment Permit from the Accessory Apartment Review Board to legally use these spaces as living area. All Accessory Apartment Permits are temporary exemptions from the Town of Babylon zoning laws regarding rentable portions of your primary residence. These permits must be renewed upon expiration. Three months prior to the expiration date, you must reapply for the permit. An Accessory Apartment Permit Application must be completed and an appointment scheduled to have your documents reviewed. To schedule an appointment or if you require additional information about the process, please call (631) 957-7468. To qualify for this permit the dwelling must:

• Be owner-occupied and the primary residence of the owner
• Provide sufficient off street parking for four cars
• Meet fire and structural requirements

The following applications are also available online:

• Accessory Apartment Permit Renewal Application
• Accessory Apartment Affidavit of Transfer

2. What are the Accessory Apartment Permit requirements?

Below are some of the Accessory Apartment Permit requirements. This list is not exhaustive and the homeowner is advised to schedule a meeting with a Town Representative to discuss the requirements in detail.

• The home must be at least 3 years old


• The homeowner must verify that the certificate of occupancy does not restrict accessory apartments


• If your accessory apartment is new, a plumbing permit is required for the sink in the new kitchen


• If you have an existing apartment and a second sink, the Town will notify you if a plumbing permit is required


• Both units must have at least 350 square feet of habitable space


• All rooms must have at least 80 square feet of habitable space


• One of the dwelling units must limited to a total of three rooms

There are other requirements related to handrails, stairways, doors, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, parking, house exteriors, markers and others.

3. What is the process to obtain an Accessory Apartment Permit?

Call (631) 957-7468 to schedule an appointment and to submit your completed application to the Accessory Apartment Division. The application and the required documents will be reviewed on your scheduled appointment date.

An inspection date may be scheduled for a Building Inspector to inspect both apartments in your residence. In some cases, a Town of Babylon Licensed Engineer Report may be required to certify that the premises comply with all required codes.

If an inspection fails, all violations must be corrected, and reinspected subject to a $50.00 re-inspection fee. A public hearing will be scheduled with notices published in the Town-designated newspapers.

Your application will be heard by the Accessory Apartment Review Board after all the paperwork has been submitted. A decision will be rendered by the Board after reviewing all submitted documentation and testimony of the hearing.

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1. What is a Building Permit and why do I need one?

A Building Permit is the first step to making any change to property you own. This permit is issued from the Town and allows the building process to begin. The Building Permit process allows you to know that your project is built to code, inspected, and legally recognized by the Town so you can live in your home with peace of mind that it has met all safety and legal standards.

In addition, by working with the Town to achieve compliance, you will obtain a Certificate of Occupancy (CO), which home owner's insurance and mortgage companies require. You must have a CO before you can live in this structure. Structures that are built without a building permit are subject to fines.

A Building Permit is a formal written approval, stating all requirements and it is subject to various inspections by the Town allowing you to, in any way, alter property that you own. Please see the following information and instructions and/or applications for specific types of Building Permits:

• Bulkheading Building Permit


• Commercial Building Permit


• Demolition Permit


• Emergency Repair Permit Application


• Outer Beach Building Permit


• Residential Building Permit


• Residential Solar Panel Permit Application


• Instructions to Maintain (legalize) a Structure


• Instructions to Maintain (legalize) a Dwelling


• Building Permit for the Sale of Christmas Trees


• Rules for Sheds, Decks, Fences and Pools


• Smoke Detector Requirements
• Zoning Table of Requirements

2. What projects require a Building Permit?

Building Permits are required for the following projects (among others):

• All new buildings and homes including modular construction
  
• Additions


• Dormers


• Cathedral ceilings (architect plans required)


• Bathrooms


• Finished basements (sheet rock on the walls and flooring other than concrete)


• Garage conversions


• Gazebos


• Hot tubs


• Interior alterations (addition or removal of walls)


• Pools (in-ground and above ground)


• Porches


• Decks


• Roof replacement (removal of plywood)

Replacement of windows and doors (Only if size and/or location changes)

• Sheds (larger than 100 sq. ft.)


• Gas fireplaces (UL approved fireplace, plumbing permit also required)


• Sky lights

3. How do I apply for a Building Permit?

You can apply for a Building Permit through the Town's Building Division located at Babylon Town Hall at 200 East Sunrise Highway in Lindenhurst. A Town representative will provide you with all the necessary forms and explain the requirements and the procedure. For further information, call (631) 957- 3058.

4. When would I need a Building Permit?

A building permit is required before starting any construction or alteration project on real property. To discuss your project with the Town, contact the Building Division at (631) 957-3058.

5. Do I need a Building Permit to install a wood burning stove or fireplace?

Yes. Building Permits for wood burning stoves or fireplaces can be obtained through the Town of Babylon's Building Division.

6. Do I need a Building Permit to install a Hood and Duct system?

Yes. Building Permits for a Hood and Duct System can be obtained from the Town's Building Division and a permit from the Fire Marshal's Office are required to install a Hood and Duct System.

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1. What is a Demolition Permit?

A Demolition Permit is required whenever a structure or building is being demolished. This permit, like a Building Permit, is intended to insure that the demolition is carried out safely and effectively.

2. How do I apply for a Demolition Permit?

In order to apply for a Demolition Permit, you are required to do the following:

• Complete a Building Permit Application, signed and notarized by the property owner; see Demolition Permit Information and Instructions
  
• Submit contractor information including workers compensation, disability and liability insurance forms


• Provide asbestos certification


• Provide surveys


• Submit Letters of Compliance from other applicable agencies such as Suffolk County Water Authority, LIPA, Suffolk County Sewer District and any underground utilities such as gas

3. What is the Demolition Permit fee schedule?

The Demolition Permit fees are as follows:

• Application fee: $25.00


• Building permit fee: subject to size of demolition as calculated by the Town Plans Examiner or Building Inspector


• Certified check or money order for $200.00 subject to return upon successful completion of the demolition


• Letter of compliance fee:$20.00

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1. Does the Building Division accept credit card payments?

This option is being explored. Currently, the Building Division does not have this capability.

2. What is the fax number for the Building Division?

The fax number for the Building Division is (631) 957-3115.

3. How do I get a copy of my Certificate of Occupancy?

All requests for Certificates of Occupancy (CO) must be made in writing and in person to the Building Division. The fee is $50 per request for a Certified CO and $25 for an uncertified CO.

4. How can I get a copy of my survey?

Copies of surveys that have been filed with the Town are available for a fee of $1.00 at the Building Division. You must request a copy in person and must also show proof of ownership, such as a driver's license.

Please note: Only copies of surveys that have been filed with the Town can be obtained.

5. How can I find out where the cesspools are located on my property?

The Town does not record this information. The Suffolk County Board of Health can answer this question. They can be reached at (631) 853-3300. Please have your property address and Suffolk County Tax Map number available.

6. Can I have a basement apartment?

Basement apartments are not allowed by Town Code. A basement apartment is defined as any separate and contained living space in the basement. A basement is the portion of the building having its floor below ground level.

A basement space becomes an illegal apartment when a kitchen is added. You can have a bedroom in the basement without a kitchen as long as the ceiling height is at least 7 feet 6 inches and there is an egress window in that room.

7. I would like to build a front porch on my house. What is the required distance I need to be from the street?

In order to build a front porch on your house, you must file a Building Permit Application with the Building Division to obtain a building permit. Usually front porches are reviewed on a case-by-case basis to determine if a variance is required from the Zoning Board of Appeals.

If you have any questions regarding front porches and decks, please call the Building Division, (631) 957-3058.

8. If someone in my neighborhood is re-doing their existing driveway, is a building permit required and how close to the edge of the property line are they permitted to go?

A building permit is not required and driveways can go up to the property line. However, in the case where a driveway touches the curb or sidewalk, please contact the Department of Public Works Highway Engineering Division at (631) 957-3089.

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1. What is an illegally-built structure?

An illegal structure may include a home that has had alterations or additions built without securing a Building Permit first. Or in the case of a separate structure, like a garage, that has been built without a Building Permit.

2. Why do I need to legalize an existing structure by obtaining a Building Permit?

When residential construction projects are built to code, inspected and legally recognized by the Town, you can live in your home with peace of mind that it has met safety standards. In addition, by working with the Town to achieve code compliance, you will receive a Certificate of Occupancy (CO), which homeowner's insurance and mortgage companies usually require, if selling, buying or refinancing a home. Finally, structures that are built without a Building Permit are subject to fines. If structures are not built to code, in some cases, repairs must be made in order to sell the house.

Please see the instructions to legally Maintain a Structure and Maintain a Dwelling.

3. How do I legalize an existing structure?

You can legalize an illegal structure by applying for a Building Permit and follow the permit application process:

• Complete a Building Permit Application with the property owner's signature notarized


• Submit three full sized, signed, sealed, original surveys - surveys must show all current improvements to the property


• Submit two sets of floor plans drawn to 1/4 inch = 1 foot scale


• Submit photographs of different views of the structure (including front, side and rear)


• Submit a plumbing permit application, if required


• Submit a Fire Underwriters Certificate, if required, for electrical work that was done

4. What are the fees associated with legalizing a structure?

The fees for legalizing a structure include:

• Application fee: $25.00, which is non-refundable


• Building Permit fee - this fee is dependent upon the cost of the construction and as calculated by the Town Plans Examiner or a Building Inspector. You will be notified of this fee when you come in to pick up the permit. The $25.00 application fee is applied to the cost of the permit.


• Certificate of Occupancy fee - $20.00. This fee will be added to the building permit fee. If more than one Certificate of Occupancy is required, an additional $20.00 fee will be required for each.

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1. What is a non-building structure?

Non-building structures include structures like sheds, decks, fences and pools. These structures do not necessarily follow the traditional building permit process and may not require a building permit.

There are different requirements for building or installing sheds, decks, fences and pools. These may vary depending on your particular zoning district such as Residential A, AA, B, or C. Following the code requirements for these structures ensures that the safety and property rights of Town residents while also helping to maintain the character of our neighborhoods. See the Rules for Sheds, Decks, Fences and Pools

2. What are the permit requirements for sheds that are smaller than 100 square feet?

Sheds not exceeding 100 square feet and 10 feet in height do not require a Building Permit as long as the setback requirements as set forth for the given zone are met.

There shall be a maximum of two sheds per lot. All sheds must meet lot area occupancy requirements. Set backs for under 100 square foot sheds include:

• Zone A and AA - 2 feet from the side and rear property lines and 50 feet from the front property line


• Zone B and C - 2 feet from the side and rear property lines, 40 feet from the front property line

All sheds must meet building area requirements or will be required to go before the Zoning Board of Appeals for a variance. See the Rules for Sheds, Decks, Fences and Pools

3. What are the permit requirements for sheds larger than 100 square feet?

Sheds larger that 100 square feet require a Building Permit and must meet setback areas set forth for the given zone. Setbacks for these sheds include:

• Zone A and AA -10 feet from the side and rear property line and 50 feet from the front property line


• Zone B - 8 feet from the side and rear property line and 40 feet from the front property line


• Zone C - 6 feet from the side and rear property line and 40 feet from the front property line

All sheds must meet building area requirements or will be required to go before the Zoning Board of Appeals for a variance. See the Rules for Sheds, Decks, Fences and Pools

4. What are the permit requirements for decks?

Decks higher than 18 inches and lower than 5 feet require a Building Permit and must meet the following setbacks:

• Zone A and AA - 10 feet from the side and rear property lines, 50 feet from the front property line


• Zone B - 8 feet from the side and rear property lines, 40 feet from the front property line


• Zone C - 6 feet from the side and rear property lines, 40 feet from the front property line

Decks higher than 5 feet, enclosed decks and decks with a roof higher than 12 feet are considered additions to the main structure and require a Building Permit. Contact the Building Division for help in applying for these.

All decks must meet building area requirements or will be required to go before the Zoning Board of Appeals for a variance, as will any construction of a deck in a front yard. See the Rules for Sheds, Decks, Fences and Pools

5. What are the permit requirements for fences?

Construction of a fence does not require a Building Permit if it complies with the provisions of the code for all zones as follows:

• Maximum height allowance of 6 feet from the front of the house (structure) to the rear yard


• Maximum height allowance of 4 feet in the front yard from the start of the house or structure


• Maximum height allowance of 3 feet for all solid fences constructed on either side of a driveway and/or within 10 feet of an entrance/exit to a driveway so as to ensure proper visibility


• Maximum height allowance of 3 feet for a corner lot within 20 feet of the corner or intersection


• All new fence installations must have the good side facing out

For fences falling outside of these requirements, please contact the Building Division. See the Rules for Sheds, Decks, Fences and Pools

6. What are the permit requirements for pools?

Construction of a swimming pool (in-ground or above) requires a Building Permit. All pools must meet lot area requirements and the following minimum setbacks:

• Zone A and AA - 6 feet from the side and rear property lines, 50 feet from the front property line


• Zone B and C - 6 feet from the side and rear property lines, 40 feet from the front property line

A Building Permit application with surveys and plans must be submitted to the Building Division for review and must comply with the following codes:

• All electrical devices must be equipped with a ground fault interrupter and approved by a fire underwriter


• All pools must be enclosed by a fence, 4 foot or higher, that has a self-closing and self-locking gate


• All pools must have an audible alarm


• Filter and drainage systems must be contained on the property


• Pools cannot be constructed in a front yard


• Child-proof safety locks must be installed on all sliding doors that access the pool area

See the Rules for Sheds, Decks, Fences and Pools

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1. What is a Rental Permit?

A Rental Permit allows a home to be legally occupied by persons other than the owner. This applies to all occupants, including family members who do not pay rent.

Buildings with rental units can be a single family dwelling with only one kitchen. If the home is a legal two family by way of Certificate of Occupancy, both units may be rented and neither would be required to be owner occupied, but still requires a rental permit.

2. When would I need a Rental Permit?

Anytime someone other than the owner of a home is the primary resident, a Rental Permit is needed. This is done to ensure that all homes are safe for others to live in and that the premises have complied with all applicable code requirements.

3. What is the Rental Permit process?

To apply for a Rental Permit, you must fill out a Rental Permit Application and file it with the Rental Division.

The following items will be required when you submit your application:

• Deed or duplicate Certificate of Title
  
• Detailed floor plans drawn at 1/4" = 1' scale


• Survey


• Certificate of Occupancy


• Identification


• Tax bill


• Building Permit application (if you intend to make changes to the dwelling or building)


• Fee ($200 for first unit and $50.00 for each additional unit)

An inspection date will be scheduled for a Building Inspector to inspect the rental unit for compliance with the code requirements. In some cases, a Town of Babylon Licensed Engineer report may be submitted to certify that the premises comply with all required codes.

For more detailed information on these requirements, please call the Rental Division at (631) 957- 4434.

4. What are the Rental Permit requirements?

The permit requirements for rental units include:

• Smoke detectors must be placed in each bedroom, each hallway leading to a bedroom and at least one on each level of the house


• Hardwired carbon dioxide detectors must be on each level of the building


• Railings for all outside stoops in excess of 18" high


• Handrails for stairwells


• Fire-rated sheet rock for boiler areas


• Improved driveways


• No unregistered motor vehicles are allowed on the property


• Property must be in good and well maintained condition


• Storm windows


• No basement bedrooms


• Electric outlets cannot be exposed


• Tiles and grouting in bathrooms must be in good condition


• All units must have proper heat and hot water


• All Building Permits and Certificates of Occupancy must be in place and up to date


• House or building address number must be visible

For more detailed information on these requirements, please call the Rental Division at (631) 957- 4434.

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1. What is the Traffic Safety Division?

The Division of Traffic Safety provides:

• Expert traffic studies


• Implementation and maintenance of traffic signals


• Development of other traffic control devices


• Pavement markings


• Data collection and analysis


• Spot speed radar studies


• Vehicle turning movements analyses


• Volume counts


• Stop signs and traffic safety devices


• Reviews and updates the Babylon Unified Code of Traffic Ordinances


• Requests for stop signs and other traffic safety devices for traffic control are processed through this division


• The process of studying, analyzing, approving, and implementing these requests is managed and overseen by the Traffic Safety Committee

2. What is the Traffic Safety Committee?

The Traffic Safety Committee meets monthly to review and discuss new traffic-related applications such as traffic signs, traffic calming controls, etc. The committee is made up of a traffic engineer, a representative from the Supervisor's Office, a community member and a representative from the Suffolk County Police Department.

The Committee will then, if deemed warranted, submit an application to the Division of Traffic Engineering. Traffic Engineering will then do a site study and make a recommendation on the request. This may take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months.

The Traffic Safety Committee will review the request and the engineering site study. After consideration, the committee will make a recommendation to the Town Board, who will then schedule a hearing. If the Town Board issues a resolution, that will then finalize the process and effectuate the change.

This entire process may take several months before a final decision is rendered.

3. What type of signs can be requested through the Traffic Safety Division?

The Division of Traffic Safety provides the following traffic-related signs:

• No Parking


• Children at Play


• Traffic Signal Ahead


• Deaf Child Area


• Blind Child Area


• Other types of traffic control and disability warning signs

4. How do I request a sign?

Requests for traffic-related signs can be submitted in writing to:

Umeko Healy, Chairperson Traffic Safety Committee 200 E. Sunrise Highway Lindenhurst, NY 11757

You can also submit a request using this online form.

All requests should indicate the location of the proposed sign and a brief description explaining the reason for the sign. The Traffic Safety Committee will examine the location for the requested sign to determine if it fits with the area’s existing traffic controls and conforms with both state and federal laws (NY State Vehicle and Traffic Law; NY State Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices; Federal Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devises for Streets and Highway).

5. How do I submit a complaint about areas that are susceptible to speeding?

All complaints regarding areas where vehicles commonly speed must be submitted to:

Umeko Healy, Chairperson
Traffic Safety Committee
200 E. Sunrise Highway
Lindenhurst, NY 11757

All complaints must include location (street name and/intersection) and the complainants name, address and phone number. The Traffic Safety Committee will then submit a request to the Suffolk County Police Department for increased enforcement of the speed limit in that area.

6. How do I report a damaged or missing traffic sign?

Reports of damaged or missing traffic signs should be reported to the Traffic Safety Division at (631) 957-3105 ext. 3106 or the Traffic Sign Shop at (631) 957-3105 ext. 7480.

Reports should include the location of the missing or damaged sign such as the address and street name and/or intersection. The town is responsible for responding to such reports within two hours of receipt and then correcting the situation within 72 hours.

7. How do I report a broken traffic signal?

Reports of damaged or inoperable traffic signals should be reported to the Traffic Safety Division at (631) 957-3105 ext. 3106.

Reports should include the location of the broken signal such as the address and street name and/or intersection. The town is responsible for responding to such reports within two hours of receipt.

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1. What is the Town Code for high grass?

According to Town Code: 133-25.1, residential property grass can be eight (8) inches high and grass on vacant lots are permitted to grow as high as two (2) feet. If a property is found to be in violation of this Town Code, a letter will be sent notifying the property owner to cut the grass. Property owners are given 10 days to comply or a summons will be issued.

2. What is the Town Code for property fences?

According to Town Code: 213-75.14, when installing a personal property fence, the good side must face out and away from the house.

3. How do I know if a fence is on my property or my neighbor's property?

It is the homeowners responsibility to check their property survey to determine where the fence is located.

4. What hours of operation must landscapers keep when working on personal property?

According to Town Code: 144-7c, lawn service companies and landscapers are permitted to work Monday through Saturday from 8:00 am to 7:30 pm, and on Sunday from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.

5. Can landscapers or lawn service companies blow dirt and leaves onto the street?

According to Town Code: 144-7c, lawn service companies and landscapers are not permitted to blow dirt and leaves onto a public street.

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1. What permits does the Fire Marshal's Office issue?

The Fire Marshal's Office is responsible for the inspection and issuance of Use/Operational Permits and Installation/Construction :

• Use/Operational Permit Application (Fire Prevention Form 1)


• Installation/Construction Permit Application (Fire Prevention Form 2)


• Public Assembly Permit Application (Form 1)

Use/Operational Permits are issued on an annual basis and include:

• Hazardous Materials Use and Storage and Hazardous Processes:
  This is a permit for all buildings that store or use hazardous materials, conduct hazardous processes, or store products that pose an elevated fire or health danger, including automotive repair facilities. Permits and inspections are issued on an annual basis.


• Combustible Storage:
  This is a permit for all ground tank installation and removal including any type of tank storing any type of material, except heating fuel tanks. All tank removals require notification to the Fire Marshal's Office and a Demolition Permit from the Department of Planning & Developments Building Division is also required.


• Fire Works and Explosives:
  This permit is for all those facilities responsible for the manufacture, storage and use of all pyrotechnics. The Fire Marshal's Office is responsible for the regulation, inspection, and issuance of these permits in addition to the supervision of all pyrotechnic displays to audiences. A permit is required for all such displays, including those by a non-profit and for the general public.


• Tents:
  This permit is for any tent larger than 200 square feet in a commercial zone or 120 square feet in a residential zone. The Fire Marshal's Office is responsible for the regulation, inspection and insurance of all tent permits.


• System Installation:
  The Fire Marshal's Office is responsible for the plan review, installation inspection and witness testing of all Fire Suppression and Detection Systems. The Fire Marshal's Office follows the New York State Fire and Building Code and all reference standards such as the National Fire Protection Association Systems.


• Public Assembly:
  This is a permit for all buildings that are wholly or partially being used for public assembly. Any building or area that can hold more than 49 people based on the square footage requires a Public Assembly Permit. Permits and inspections are issued on an annual basis.

2. Do I need a permit to install a wood burning stove or fireplace?

Yes, a Building Permit is required for wood burning stoves or fireplaces. The Building Permit Application is available online or can be obtained from the Department of Planning & Development's Building Division.

3. Do I need to submit plans for a fire suppression and detection system?

Yes, it is required to submit plans for any new installation or any alteration of an existing fire suppression and detection system. The application, Installation/Construction Permit Application (Fire Prevention Form 2), is available online. It must be completed in full and notarized. There are associated fees related to the permit depending upon the system. The Fire Marshal's Office reviews all plans within ten days.

4. Do I need a permit to install a Hood and Duct system?

Yes, a Fire Prevention Permit from the Fire Marshal's Office and a Building Permit from the Department of Planning and Development's Building Division are required to install a Hood a Duct System:

• Installation/Construction Permit Application (Fire Prevention Form 2)


• Building Permit Application

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1. Do I need a rental permit to rent my home?

A rental permit is required any time a non-owner occupied home or a second unit in a legal two family dwelling is occupied by someone other than the owner(s) on the deed of the property. See Town of Babylon code 153.2A regarding permits required for rental units.

2. Can I rent an apartment in my house?

Single family dwellings with a second unit must have a valid Accessory Apartment permit.

3. Are basement apartments allowed in the Town of Babylon?

No, basement apartments are not permitted within the Town of Babylon. 

4. Are unregistered vehicles allowed on private property?

No, all vehicles on private property must be registered with valid & visible license plates and a valid vehicle registration. See Town of Babylon Code section 133-25.

5. What is a commercial vehicle?

Any commercially registered vehicle, including but not limited to a bus, a minibus, a box truck, a tractor-trailer combination (or either component thereof), an ambulance, an articulated bus, an automobile transporter, a boat transporter, a hazard vehicle, a livery, an omnibus, a sani-van, a taxi, a tow truck, a truck, a vanpool vehicle, or any vehicle bearing commercial advertising or identification or any vehicle which is not designed for use as a passenger-only vehicle, which is not a limousine, taxi, livery or other for-hire vehicle.

6. Are commercial vehicles allowed on my property?

Parking and/or storing of commercial vehicles on residential premises for a period of longer than one hour and exclusive of local delivery is not permitted.

Parking of commercial vehicles, buses and trailers exceeding 2 ½ tons (5,000 lbs.) on a roadway is prohibited.  

7. Am I allowed to rent rooms in my house?

No. Rooming houses are not permitted in the Town of Babylon without proper authorization.

8. Are boats permitted on residential property?

Yes. Boats are permitted in the driveway, rear yard and side yard as long as it’s on a registered boat trailer or on blocks/boat stands. Also, boat storage cannot present a sight obstruction or sidewalk obstruction.

9. Can I have chickens?

No person shall keep, maintain, house or possess any fowl on or in any building, yard or enclosure within the Town which shall be within 100 feet of the dwelling house or living quarters of any other person.

Maintaining chickens is a potential health hazard as their coups attract rodents.

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1. What is the Town's Code for barking dogs?

According to Town Code: 106-21, residents are allowed to house four (4) dogs in their home. According to Town Code: 106-6, no person who owns, possesses or harbors a dog shall permit or allow such a dog to bark, howl or whine in a loud or prolonged manner which shall unreasonably disturb any other person. All barking dog complaints should be submitted to the Town's Animal Shelter.

2. What is the Town's Code on loud music and/or noise?

All noise complaints should be referred to the Suffolk County Police Department.

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1. Are unregistered vehicles allowed on personal property?

No. Town of Babylon Town Code 133-25 specifies that no unregistered vehicles are allowed to park on personal property or in the street.

2. Can boats be parked on personal property?

Yes. Boats hitched to a registered trailer or placed on cinder blocks may be parked on personal driveways or the back of a dwelling. Boats cannot be parked in the front yard or cause a sight obstruction for adjacent homeowners when backing out of their driveways.

3. Are trucks with commercial plates allowed on personal property?

No. Town of Babylon Traffic Code (Section 5-1) specifies that no commercial vehicles are allowed to park on personal property or in the street.

4. Can homeowners and tenants park vehicles on the street?

Yes. The street is public property and does allow public parking unless a sign is posted designating no parking.

5. Who do I call about a car obstructing a sidewalk?

Concerns about vehicles obstructing the public right-of-way, should be directed to Citizen Services at (631) 957-TOWN (8696). A Public Safety officer will be sent to the location and, if found in violation of Town Code, will tow the vehicle and issue a summons to the vehicle owner.

6. Can I park a vehicle on the street for the purposes of selling it if it does not have license plates or vehicle registration information?

No, it is against Town Code to park any vehicle on the street that is not registered and does not have license plates. If a vehicle is parked on the street and is in violation of Town Code, it will be towed and the vehicle owner will be issued a summons.

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1. What is the Town's Public Safety Division?

The Department of Parks & Recreation's Public Safety Division is located at the Town Hall Annex at 281 Phelps Lane, North Babylon. Public Safety consists of:

• Public Safety Officers: Responsible for the security of Town property and facilities. All Public Safety Officers have New York State Guard Licenses. They enforce parking regulations and issue parking summonses and control traffic and security for all Town facilities.
• Marine Patrol: The Harbor Master and Bay Constables patrol the Great South Bay and Town beaches and facilities. They are responsible for enforcing all Town codes and NY State and Federal Navigation Law, and New York State Environmental Conservation Law. They are New York State Peace Officers and have the power to issue summonses and make arrests.
• Park Rangers: Park Rangers protect park resources and the residents who patronize them. They enforce all local and state laws and ordinances pertaining to Town parks and facilities. They are NY State Peace Officers and can issue summonses and make arrests.
• Fire Marshals: Fire Marshals enforce all Town and New York State codes and laws. They are New York State Peace Officers and have the power to issue summonses and make arrests. They also respond to fire investigations and hazmat accidents.

2. Can unregistered vehicles with no license plates park on the street?

No, unregistered vehicles with, or without, license plates, cannot be parked on the street. If there is a vehicle in violation, Public Safety will send an officer to the location and, if in violation of Town Code, will tow the vehicle and the owner will be issued a summons. The owner is responsible for all related towing and impound fees.

3. Can trailers for boats, cars, trucks or campers park on the street?

No, trailers are not permitted to park on the street. If a trailer is parked illegally, Public Safety will tow the trailer and the owner will be issued a summons. The owner is responsible for all related towing and impound fees.

4. Who do I call about a car obstructing a sidewalk?

Concerns about vehicles obstructing the public right-of-way, should be directed to Citizen Services at (631) 957-TOWN (8696). A Public Safety officer will be sent to the location and, if found in violation of Town Code, will tow the vehicle and issue a summons to the owner.

5. Can I park a vehicle on the street for the purposes of selling it if it does not have license plates or vehicle registration information?

No, it is against Town Code to park any vehicle on the street that is not registered and does not have license plates. If a vehicle is parked on the street and is in violation of Town Code, it will be towed and the owner will be issued a summons.

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1. What does the Town's Fire Marshal's Office do?

The Town of Babylon's Fire Marshal's Office protects life and property from fire and explosion and manmade and natural hazards through the efforts of investigation of fire and explosion incidents, quality fire protection inspection services, enforcement of the State Fire Prevention laws, data collection and analysis, and public safety education. The Fire Marshal's Office works with 11 fire departments and one ambulance corp, encompassing the 58 square miles of the Town of Babylon. The Fire Marshal's Office is responsible for:

• The enforcement of the NYS Fire and Building Codes, the Town Code, and the NFPA Code, as well as issuing violation and criminal appearance tickets for noncompliance with those codes
• Restricting occupancy of a building or use of equipment due to violation of the law and adverse health and safety conditions
• Investigation involving hazardous materials, homeland security incidents, inspections, plan reviews and education

2. Where is the Fire Marshal's Office located and what are their hours?

The Fire Marshal's Office is located at 281 Phelps Lane, North Babylon, NY 11703 at the Town Hall Annex. The office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Fire Marshals are on call for response 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Contact Information:
Phone: (631) 893 - 2153
Fax: (631) 893 - 2162
Email: Email the Fire Marshal's Office

3. Who can I contact at the Fire Marshal's Office?

There are several ways to get in touch with the Fire Marshal's Office.

Contact Information:
Phone: (631) 893 - 2153
Fax: (631) 893 - 2162
Email: babylonfiremarshal@townofbabylon.com

4. Who do I call in an emergency?

If you are experiencing an actual emergency, whether fire, fire alarm, carbon monoxide or other hazardous condition related, immediately contact Suffolk County Police by dialing 9-1-1. For Fire and Rescue Dispatch in the Town of Babylon, dial  (631) 226-1212. In East Farmingdale, call (631) 249-0474 for fire and rescue dispatch. 

5. Do I need carbon monoxide detectors in my home or business?

Yes, several State, County and local laws do require carbon monoxide detectors in homes and businesses, including Amanda's Law, which specifically requires that carbon monoxide detectors be installed in homes. This law can be found online on the NY State Department website.

6. Do I need smoke detectors in my home or business?

Yes, all residential properties require smoke detectors in each sleeping area as well as adjacent to sleeping areas. Depending on when a house was built, some smoke detectors will either need to be battery powered or required to be hard-wired and interconnected. The Fire Marshal's Office can provide more specific information.

7. Is it legal to have a fire pit in a backyard?

No, it is illegal to have an open fire or flame of any type on a property. The only exception is an outdoor grill, a similar cooking appliance or an appliance that cooks over a wood flame. You can only use the amount of wood necessary for cooking and the fire must be immediately extinguished upon completion. All wood must be seasoned firewood only. No fresh cut branches or debris. Residents are urged to never leave an open flame or outdoor cooking appliance unattended.

8. Can I barbecue if I live in an apartment?

You can barbecue if you live on the 1st floor of an apartment complex, but the barbecue grill/appliance must be used at least 15 feet away from the apartment building. You may not barbecue on an apartment patio or deck if you live on the 2nd floor or higher.

9. Do fire extinguisher's need to be inspected?

Yes, fire extinguishers must be inspected on an annual basis by a licensed contractor (not by the Fire Marshal's Office). The contractor must be licensed by Suffolk County to perform this work.

10. How do I dispose of an old fire extinguisher?

Old fire extinguisher's cannot be thrown out with regular trash items or recycled items but can be brought to the Fire Marshal's Office for disposal. You may also contact the Fire Marshal's office at (631) 957-2153 to pick up any old fire extinguishers.

11. Are there Emergency Shelters available to residents in an event of a storm or natural disaster?

Yes, there are emergency shelters throughout the Town but they are not always open during every storm. If there is a severe storm in the area, residents are urged to listen to the local radio stations for shelter location information.

The Department of Emergency Preparedness has more information about what to do during natural disasters or storms, including where to locate designated emergency shelters.

12. Can fuel be delivered to a boat, house or dock?

No, all fueling must be done at a marine gas and fuel station and cannot be done on private property.

13. What is the contact information for fire prevention services in the area villages?

For fire, building or code issues in the villages, contact:

• Amityville Village: (631) 264-6000


• Babylon Village: (631) 669-1212


• Lindenhurst Village: (631) 957-7500

14. I had a Fire at my property, how do I obtain a copy of the Fire Report?

If the Fire Marshal’s Office responded to an incident, you can get a copy of the Fire Report by first completing a Freedom of Information Law form at the Town Clerk’s Office at Babylon Town Hall. . Additionally, you can get a copy of a Fire Report from the Local Fire Department that responded.

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1. Does my new business need a permit from the Fire Marshal's Office?

Depending upon your business and what services or products you provide, you may need a fire prevention permit from the Fire Marshal's Office. The following forms, applications and documents are available online:

• Use/Operational Permit Application (Fire Prevention Form 1)


• Installation/Construction Permit Application (Fire Prevention Form 2)


• Public Assembly Permit Application (Form 1)


• Fire Sprinkler Systems Maintenance Form (Form NFPA 25)


• Fire and Smoke Detection Systems Inspection Report (Form NFPA 72)


• Emergency Contact Form


• Sample Fire Safety and Evacuation Plans


• Private Hydrant Inspection Contractors

2. Is there a fire prevention/inspection checklist for businesses?

Fire Prevention's Pre-Inspection Checklist is available online.

3. Do private fire hydrants on apartment or condominium complexes have to be tested?

Yes, fire hydrants must be flow tested and maintained on an annual basis by a licensed and qualified contractor. A suggested list of Private Hydrant Inspection Contractors is available online.

4. Are commercial properties required to test their fire and smoke detection and sprinkler systems?

Yes, New York State Fire Code requires that all systems be tested and maintained on an annual basis. All work must be performed by a New York State Alarm Installer. The forms are available online:

• Fire Sprinkler Systems Maintenance Form (Form NFPA 25)


• Fire and Smoke Detection Systems Inspection Report (Form NFPA 72)

5. Carbon Monoxide Detection Policy/Guide

Please click the following link for information regarding Carbon Monoxide Detection Carbon Monoxide Policy & Guide

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1. Do I need a permit to use a town field for my soccer league?

Yes, you need a permit through our Parks Department. Permits are enforced and you can receive a town summons if you do not have a valid permit.

2. I’d like to set up my food truck at Tanner Park with a tent, table and chairs. Can I do this whenever I want?

NO, most of our Parks have contracts with concessionaires. You would need a peddler permit from the Town Clerk’s office to sell and then in only approved locations. Separately, a tent permit is given by the Fire Marshal’s Office.

3. Can I call Public Safety if there is an unregistered vehicle parked on the street?

Yes, Park Rangers will inspect and take appropriate action.  An unregistered vehicle can be summonsed and towed.

4. Can I sell flowers on the street in the Town of Babylon without a permit?

NO, you would need a valid peddler’s permit from the Town Clerk’s Office. Once issued a permit, you must adhere to the conditions of that permit including location restrictions.

5. What is the noise rule? Can I play loud music?

The rule is not based on the time of the day. Amplified music cannot extend beyond the property line.  

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1. Services for the Disabled - General Information

The Services for the Disabled and Senior Citizen Community Services Division is located at 281 Phelps Lane, in North Babylon. They can be contacted directly at (631) 893-1050 or by email at sbrown@townofbabylon.com. This Division is dedicated to improving the quality of life for all residents with disabilities and serves as a focal point for information, referral and technical assistance to physically and mentally challenged individuals and senior citizens. Division responsibilities include:

• The issuance of handicapped parking permits
• Plans and organizes programs to stimulate, promote, encourage and advance the moral, physical, mental and social well-being of Babylon's disabled residents
• Provides transportation to medical appointments and grocery shopping on designated times during the week

2. How do I obtain a Handicap Parking Permit?

Handicap Parking Permit Applications are available online or can be obtained by calling the Services for the Disabled, (631) 893-1050.

The form must be completed in its entirety and signed by a physician. Applications can be returned in person or mailed directly to:

Services for the Disabled
Town Hall Annex
281 Phelps Lane
North Babylon, NY 11703

Requirements for a Handicap Parking Permit are:

• A note from a physician on a prescription pad recommending the individual to be issued a Handicap Parking Permit


• A description of the disability and whether it is permanent or temporary

The Town cannot accept recommendations for such a permit from chiropractors or physical therapists.

3. How do I sign up for handicap transportation services?

Transportation services are provided on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for medical appointments and on Fridays for shopping needs. Interested applicants need to submit a doctor's note to Services for the Disabled at least one week prior to their scheduled transportation needs.

4. What programs does this division provide?

The Town's Services for the Disabled Division provides and assists with:

• The issuance of New York State handicapped parking permits
• Evening recreation programs for disabled residents
• Transportation to and from medical appointments and grocery stores

5. What recreation programs do you offer for disabled individuals?

The Town of Babylon offers evening recreation, arts and crafts, bowling activities, and sports/movie night for our disabled residents.

6. How do I apply for a handicap parking sign?

All requests for handicap parking signs should be submitted in writing to:

Umeko Healy Chairperson, Traffic Safety Committee 200 E. Sunrise Hwy Lindenhurst, NY 11757

Please provide the location where the signs are requested and a brief description of why the signs are being requested. The location will be examined to determine if the signs are appropriate with regard to traffic control in the area and to determine if they conform to the requirements established under state and federal laws.

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1. What is the Residency Restriction Law for Sex Offenders?

In June of 2006, Suffolk County passed a Residency Restriction Law for Sex Offenders. The law states that sex offenders cannot reside within a ¼ mile of schools, parks, day care centers and nursery schools.

2. How are Sex Offenders tracked by the Town of Babylon?

In an effort to enforce the Residency Restriction Law for Sex Offenders, the Town of Babylon developed an enforcement mechanism through the office of the Quality of Life Taskforce (QOLT). The new enforcement initiative utilizes the Town’s Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping technology to track sex offenders to determine whether they are in violation of the County residency restriction law which states that sex offenders cannot reside within a ¼ mile of schools, parks, day care centers and nursery schools.

3. How does the GIS Sex Offender Tracker work?

Members of the Quality of Life Taskforce compiled a comprehensive list of all schools, parks, day care centers (inclusive of home based businesses) and nursery schools and plotted this information on the GIS Sex Offender Map.

In addition, all level 2 and level 3 sex offenders (those being the most serious offenders) living in the Town of Babylon were identified using the NYS Sex Offender Registry. The addresses were inputted into the system and those individuals who were living in violation of the County residency restriction law were immediately identified.

4. How are Sex Offenders monitored?

A Quality of Life Task Force (QOLT) member monitors the registry for Levels 2 and 3 (the two higher levels; level one is the least serious) sex offenders on a daily basis, checking for individuals who have been added or deleted from the list.

If there are new offenders, a QOLT member makes an entry into a log book and then checks Town records for any possible violations. The information about the sex offender is also immediately forwarded to the Town’s GIS operator to determine if there is a violation of the County’s residency restriction law. The Director of QOLT assigns the case to an inspector.

In addition, the Town sends a monthly report and GIS Map, indicating the location of each offender, to every school district located within the Town of Babylon notifying them of the findings and assisting them with their district’s alert to the parents of school age children. Further, the Town will notify each school district of the arrival of a new offender, daily.

5. What happens if a sex offender is living in a restricted area as dictated by County law?

If a sex offender is found to be living in a restricted area, notification letters are sent to the offender, the homeowner, and the Suffolk County Police Department.

If the offender is also living in illegal housing, summonses are issued to both the offender and the property owner. Summonses will also be issued to the owner of the property for any other violations found during the investigation.

Although the Town has no enforcement jurisdiction within the three villages, the Town follows the same notification process in each of these communities.

An inspector from QOLT is assigned to each offender who is currently violating the residency restriction law. The inspector is charged with visiting the location and confirming the residency status as well as issuing summonses for any violations that have been found.

6. What does it mean to be "grandfathered" from the County Sex Offender Law?

Under the County Law, sex offenders who were released from prison prior to enactment of the law are exempt from its provisions and are therefore, considered "grandfathered".

7. Does the Town monitor sex offenders living in non-restricted areas?

If a sex offender is living in a non-restricted area, the Town conducts an investigation to determine if the residence is owned by the offender or, if it is a rental, whether a valid rental permit has been issued. The Town will also check for any outstanding violations on the property.

8. Does the Town monitor Level 1 sex offenders?

From time to time, the Town receives information, by e-mail, from the Suffolk County Police on Level 1 offenders. The information is limited to the offender’s name and a description of offense. No address is provided. Even without an address, QOLT makes an effort to find out any additional information about the offender.

9. What additional steps does the Town take to protect the community from resident sex offenders?

Periodically, the Town's Quality of Life Task Force (QOLT) conducts a comprehensive investigation of all sex offenders registered in the Town. QOLT inspectors are sent out to verify that every sex offender, including grandfathered offenders, are still residing where they have registered and if violations have been corrected.

10. How accurate is the NYS sex offender registry?

Based on the investigations by Quality of Life Task Force (QOLT), evidence exists that the system established to provide information to residents about protecting their families from sex offenders is deficient.

The investigation also raises the question as to whether residency restriction laws are producing negative unintended consequences. Currently 57% of the sex offenders registered in the Town are living in restricted areas.

While some of these individuals are grandfathered under the current law, this high percentage may reflect the very limited area available within the town where sex offenders may legally reside. This number combined with the fact that numerous sex offenders are not living in their registered locations could be an indication that offenders are purposefully avoiding the registration requirements under Megan’s Law.

11. What does the Town recommend be done to strengthen the sex offender protections?

Specific recommendations from the Quality of Life Task Force include:

• A statewide analysis should be commissioned to examine the effectiveness of residency restriction laws in protecting children and in preventing or reducing the incidence of sex crimes. The study should also consider whether such laws have produced any unintended consequences such as forcing sex offenders underground.


• The process of community notification should be strengthened. Community notification should be standardized across the state and a requirement for direct notification to residents by local law enforcement should be made mandatory.


• The process of verification should be strengthened. Verification teams should be established and/or strengthened within local law enforcement agencies throughout the state to confirm on a regular basis, that sex offenders are living at the location indicated on the registry.

12. What is Megan's Law?

Megan’s Law exists to alert residents about the location of a sex offender within their neighborhood so that they can take whatever lawful precautions they deem appropriate to protect themselves and their families. Individual states decide what information will be made available and how the community should be notified, i.e. the development of a notification system/plan.

On a federal level, it also requires persons convicted of sex crimes against children to notify local law enforcement of any change of address or employment after release from custody.

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1. What is soliciting?

To go from house to house, street to street, place to place or from store to store to sell or take orders for goods, wares, merchandise, food, beverage or provisions for future delivery or for services to be performed or for information to be obtained or to distribute advertising matter at any place within the Town other than from a fixed place of business.

2. May someone solicit in the Town of Babylon?

Yes, provided that the person or company has a valid solicitors permit.

3. How does someone obtain a solicitor’s permit?

The person or company must apply for a solicitor’s permit from the Town Clerk’s Office.

4. How do I know whether someone is licensed to solicit in the Town?

Each person licensed shall carry on his person the license issued by the Town Clerk at all times that he is engaged in his business and shall exhibit it to any person upon request.

5. May a summons be issued to a person soliciting without a permit?

Yes. Pursuant to Section 167-2 of the Town Code, “It shall be unlawful for any person or company to peddle or solicit within the Town without having first obtained a valid license therefor as provided herein.”

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1. What period does the tax year cover?

The period your tax bill covers is a fiscal year that begins on December 1 and ends on November 30 of the following year.

2. When are tax bills mailed?

The Town Receiver of Taxes mails tax bills by the second week of December. You should receive a bill no later than December 20th of each year. If you do not receive your bill by that date, you should contact the Tax Office at 631-957-3001

3. Who gets a tax bill?

The property owner will receive a bill each year in December. If the property owner pays the taxes directly, the bill is a payment copy sent with payment instructions and a return envelope. If the property owner has an escrow account with a mortgage company, the owner receives an “Informational Only” copy of the bill, and the mortgage company receives the payment information directly. Senior citizens or disabled persons may designate a third party to receive copies of their bills.

4. Does my mortgage company know about my star or other exemptions?

Yes. Your mortgage company receives information regarding the payment due. All exemptions are reflected in the amount provided to the mortgage company.

5. When are taxes due?

Taxes are payable to the Receiver of Taxes from December 1 to May 31. Taxes may be paid in two installments. The first half is due by January 10. The second half is due by May 31.

6. What happens if I pay my taxes late?

After January 10, there is a 1% per month penalty charge added to the unpaid first half tax amount until May 31.

Late Payments	Penalty Charges
January 11 to February 10	1%
February 11 to March 10	2%
March 11 to April 11	3%
April 12 to May 10	4%
May 11 to May 31	5%

After May 31, taxes become delinquent and are payable to the Suffolk County Comptroller's Office. In addition to the tax amount due, a 5% penalty is added together with interest at the rate of 1% per month calculated from February 1. (Note: Interest is calculated on the total of tax and penalty).

7. I did not receive my tax bill. Must I pay penalties and interest?

Yes. It is the responsibility of the taxpayer to pay taxes on property they own. Even though the owner does not receive a tax bill, it is the owner’s obligation to secure a tax bill and make payment. The taxpayer, therefore, is liable for all penalties and interest on late payments.

8. To whom do I make the payment and where is it mailed?

Payments made between December and May are paid to Jennifer Montiglio Receiver of Taxes and mailed to:

Jennifer Montiglio Receiver of Taxes

200 East Sunrise Hwy 

Lindenhurst, NY 11757

Payments made after May 31st are paid to Suffolk County Comptroller's Office and mailed to:

Suffolk County Comptroller's Office

330 Center Drive

Riverhead, NY 11901

9. Are postmarks accepted or must my payment reach the office by the due date?

Tax payments sent by the U.S. mail are credited by the date postmarked on the envelope. A postage-metered postmark is not acceptable. It is suggested that a taxpayer making a tax payment by mail close to a deadline date should take the mail to the Post Office and have it hand cancelled, or send it certified or registered mail.

10. May I pay my taxes in person?

Yes. The Tax Office in Town Hall is open Monday through Friday (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) except legal holidays. We offer extended hours during collection.

Jan. 3 to Jan. 10 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. & May 22 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

11. What if I can't pay the total amount due?

Partial payments of $200 or more plus any interest and penalties are accepted both by the Town Receiver of Taxes and the Suffolk County Comptroller's Office. Additional interest and penalties are only charged against the remaining unpaid balance.

12. May I pay my taxes online?

Yes, you can pay online at: ACI Payments 

• All Major Credit Cards: with a convenience fee of 2.35% on the amount that is being charged (not collected by the Town of Babylon).
• E-Check; with a convenience fee of $1 (not collected by the Town of Babylon).

13. My check was returned unpaid ("bounced"). Will the tax receiver re-deposit my check?

No. Any check, credit card payment or e-check returned unpaid will not be re-deposited. The tax payment will be cancelled and a $20 returned check charge will be added to the payment in addition to any appropriate penalty or interest charge.

14. I have moved - who do I contact to change my address?

If you still own the property notify the Receiver of Taxes. Do not rely on the post office to forward mail indefinitely. Inform the Receiver of Taxes if you wish to have tax bills mailed to an address other than the property location. If you have sold the property and still receive a tax bill, contact the Receiver of Taxes with the name of the new owner.

15. I just purchased property in the Town of Babylon. Do I need to contact anyone regarding real property taxes?

Since it is the owner’s responsibility to pay taxes on property they own, it is recommended that you immediately notify the Receiver of Taxes to obtain a current bill to ascertain the amount of the tax payment and when the payment is due.

16. I have paid-off my mortgage and taxes had been escrowed by my mortgage company. Who do I notify regarding my real property tax bill?

You should contact the Receiver of Taxes to request that future bills be sent directly to you. Make sure the Receiver has your correct mailing address and advises you when the next payment is due.

17. Will the Town take my property if I do not pay my taxes?

The Town is not involved in the delinquency process. If taxes remain unpaid by the date of the tax lien sale (usually in December of the current year), the Suffolk County Comptroller's Office will sell a tax lien to the County of Suffolk.

18. Where do I mail my delinquent tax payment?

After May 31, you must make your check payable to the Suffolk County Comptroller's Office and mail with property information to:
 Suffolk County Treasurer
 330 Center Drive
 Riverhead, NY 11901

19. Is there a charge for the duplicate tax bill?

There is no duplicate tax bill fee for the homeowner.

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1. What does the Town Attorney do?

The Town Attorney's Office is the principal legal advisor to the Town Board and all Town departments. This office represents the Town in all legal matters affecting the Town's interests. The Town Attorney's Office is also responsible for drafting resolutions, local laws, and ordinances for the Town Board.

2. Does the Town Attorney provide notary public services?

No, the Town Attorney's Office does not provide notary public services to the public.

3. What is the processing time for a Notice of Claim for property damage?

There is no set time period for this action.

4. What is the process for purchasing a Town-owned property?

All property inquiries must be made via written request to the Town Attorney’s Office. The request must provide all known details regarding the property, including:

• Property location


• Address


• Suffolk County Tax Map Number


• Hamlet


• Names of side streets


• Whether the property is vacant or occupied


• If there is a structure upon it.

The inquiry will be processed and a determination will be sent to the requester.

5. What is a FOIL request?

A Freedom of Information request (FOIL) is a request for access to Town Records pursuant to the Freedom of Information Law (Public Officers Law, article 6 sections 84-90).

Once the request form is received by the Town Clerk via fax or in person, the Town Attorney reviews the request with subject area personnel. The law pertains to records only. It is not intended for examination of employees or officials. The Town is not required to create a new record in response to a question or questions.

The Town may seek clarification of the requested information and may reasonably decline to honor a request that is not descriptive enough within the context of the Town's record keeping system.

All records are available, unless an exception permits an agency to deny access. Common sense and the potential for harm that might arise from a specific disclosure, such as that which could preclude the government from carrying out its duties, are things that could limit disclosure.

6. What is the process for making a FOIL request?

Once the request is made and requested information is compiled by the subject area department, it is forwarded to the Town Clerk's Office and the requester is notified that the information is available. This is usually done by phone.

For more information, contact the Town Clerk's Office at (631) 957-3017.

7. How long does it take to get a FOIL request completed?

Once the request is filed with the Town Clerk's Office, it is reviewed by the Town Attorney's office. These requests are typically returned within 20 business days.

8. Can I make a FOIL request for property information?

FOILS can be filed for property information by non-owners as per usual procedures.

Property owners do not need to file a FOIL request to get information pertaining to property they own (and can show proof).

If a Certified Certificate of Occupancy is required, the application can be filled out by the property owner in the Department of Planning & Development's Building Division. Certified documents usually take about 2 weeks to be prepared.

9. How can I annex a paper street to my property?

Send a written inquiry to the Town Attorney’s Office, requesting that the Town abandon the property. The request must provide all known details regarding the property, including:

• Property location


• Address


• Suffolk County Tax Map Number


• Hamlet


• Names of side streets


• Whether the property is vacant or occupied


• If there is a structure upon it

The inquiry will be processed and then a determination will be sent to the requester.

10. What is the process for recording Covenants and Restrictions?

To record a Covenant and Restriction, requestors must submit the original Covenant and Restriction, survey and deed, and approval to the Town Attorney’s Office for review and approval as to legal form.

11. How can I obtain an Excavation Permit/Road Opening Permit?

Applications for Excavation Permits/Road Opening Permits may be obtained at the Department of Public Works' Highway Engineering Division. You may also call (631) 957-TOWN (8696) for more information.

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1. Where is the Parking Violations Bureau located and what hours are they open?

The Parking Violations Bureau is now located in the Town of Babylon Municipal Building at North Amityville. The address is 456 Albany Avenue, Amityville - at the intersection of Great Neck Road and Albany Avenue. Hours are weekdays from 9:00AM - 4:00PM . For more information, please call (631) 230-0057.

2. What are the Town's parking violations?

Summonses are written by either Suffolk County Police, Town of Babylon Public Safety Officials, or Park Rangers for all New York State and Town violations that exist while a vehicle is parked on a public street. Violations include, but are not limited to:

• Handicapped Parking Zone
• Fire Zone
• No Parking
• Expired Registration
• Expired Inspection

Fines must be paid and received by the Town within 30 days of the ticket in order to avoid penalties. Fines can be paid in person, online at Parking Ticket Payments, or by mail. If paying by mail, make check or money order payable to the Town of Babylon and write your license number and the ticket number on the front of the payment to ensure proper credit. Mail the ticket and payment to the Town of Babylon, Parking Violations Bureau, 456 Albany Avenue, Amityville. 

3. How do I pay a parking summons?

Fines can be paid in person, online at Parking Ticket Payments, or by mail. If paying by mail, make check or money order payable to the Town of Babylon and write your license number and the ticket number on the front of the payment to ensure proper credit. Mail the ticket and payment to the Town of Babylon, Parking Violations Bureau, 456 Albany Avenue, Amityville, NY 11701. 

Failure to pay a parking violation will result in credit collections. 

4. How do I appeal a parking summons?

Anyone who receives a parking violation has the option to plead not guilty on the back of the summons and then mail it back to the Parking Violations Bureau. Those who plead not guilty will receive a letter setting you up for a conference with our parking violations attorney. 

5. How long do I have to make a payment on a parking summons?

You have 30 days to pay a summons before penalties. 

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1. Where is the Town Clerk located?

The Town Clerk is located at Town Hall at 200 East Sunrise Highway in Lindenhurst. The main phone number is (631) 957-4292 and the hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm. The Town Clerk serves as the chief records keeper for the Town. The Town Clerk's Office maintains the minutes for all Town Board meetings, the Zoning Board of Appeals, the Accessory Apartment Review Board, the Planning Board, and all other boards governing the Town. This office has records dating back from 1827 of town laws, resolutions, ordinances, and other town business in the original form and on microfilm. The Town Clerk performs four basic functions that include records management, registrar of vital statistics, marriage officer and licensing officer. Please check the Town Clerk's Forms & Documents page to view the applications, forms and documents that are currently available online for the Town Clerk's Office.

2. How can I contact the Town Clerk?

The phone numbers for the Town Clerk's office are:

• Vital Records: 
  • Marriage Licenses & Certificates (631) 957-4294 
  • Birth Certificates, Death Certificates and Burial Permits (631) 957-3007
• Licenses & Permits: 
  • Seasonal Permits, Peddlers Licenses, Plumbing Licenses and FOILS (631) 957-4292
  • Dog Licenses, Liquor Licenses, Pigeon Licenses, Landscaping Licenses and Beach Leases (631) 957-3026
  • Towing Licenses, Parades, Public Congregations, Bazaars, Carnival and Fairs (631) 957-4285
  • Miscellaneous 
    • Town Board information, Notice of Impending Lawsuits, Block Parties, Bingo, Bell Jar, and Game of Chance (631) 957-4288

3. How can I get a copy of the Town of Babylon Code?

The Town's code is available online. Code books are also available for purchase through the Town Clerk's Office.

4. How do I register my new business?

All new businesses, regardless of location within Suffolk County, must register with the State of New York through the Suffolk County Clerk's Office in Riverhead. The Suffolk County Clerk's Office can be reached at (631) 852-2000.

5. Can I obtain property information from the Town of Babylon?

All property information requests can be made through the Town Clerk's Office as a Freedom of Information Request (FOIL). Requested information can include the name and address of the property owner and complaints filed against that property, surveys, certificate of occupancy (COs), permits, plans, etc.

Note: A property owner can request property information directly from the Department of Planning & Development's Building Division for property they own. They must show proof of identity. Certified documents can also be requested, but can take up to two weeks to prepare.

6. Do I need a permit to host a garage sale?

Yes, residents are required to obtain a permit to host a garage sale on private property. Click Here for Permit Application

7. How do I get a copy of Town Board meeting minutes?

All requests for minutes must be submitted as a Freedom of Information request (FOIL) to the Town Clerk's Office.

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1. Where do I go to get a copy of my birth certificate?

The Town Clerk’s Office, located in Town Hall in Lindenhurst, is the official keeper of birth information for those births which occurred in the town of Babylon. Please have proper identification to verify you are the person of record. Records for the births outside of the Town of Babylon are not kept in Town Hall. For these records, please contact the town or city the birth occurred in. If you have any questions, please contact the Town Clerk’s Office at (631) 957-3007.

Records for births outside of the Town of Babylon are not kept in Town Hall. For these records, please contact the town or city the birth occurred in.

2. How do I get a copy of my Birth Certificate?

Note: The Town of Babylon Clerk’s office will only have a copy of your Birth Certificate if you were born in the Town of Babylon. See attached list of Towns and Villages. If you were born in Brunswick Hospital, please contact the Village of Amityville at 631-264-6000. Only the person named on the Birth Certificate if 18 years of age or older, the parents listed on the Birth Certificate or a lawful representative of the person named or the parents of the person named on the Birth Certificate. 

A. In order to obtain a certified copy of your birth certificate by mail, you will need:

1. Fill out the attached form: (Birth Certificate Request Application)
2. A notarized letter requesting a copy of your birth certificate which must include both your parent’s names with your mother’s maiden name and your date of birth.
3. Copy of your driver’s license or non-driver’s license
4. Money order made out to the Town of Babylon on the amount of $10 per copy.
5. Mail your request to:

Town of Babylon

Town Clerk Registrar

200 East Sunrise Hwy.

Lindenhurst, NY 11757

Attn: Registrar

3. How can I find out about death records?

The Town Clerk, located in Town Hall, is the official keeper of all death records for the town. For more information on death records, please contact the Town Clerk’s Office at (631) 957-3007.

4. How do I obtain a copy of a Death record?

Note: The Town of Babylon Clerk’s Office will have a copy of the Death record if the person was pronounced deceased in the Town of Babylon. If the person was pronounced deceased in a hospital, please call the Town in which the hospital resides. See attached list of Towns and Villages.

In order to obtain a certified copy of a Death Certificate by mail, you will need to complete and mail:

1. The attached Death Certificate Request form; (Death Request application form) send proof of relationship to the deceased which be either a copy of your birth certificate or copy of your marriage certificate. If neither of these are not an option please call 631-957-3007 for additional instruction
2. Copy of your driver’s license
3. Money order made out to the Town of Babylon in the amount of $10.00 for each requested copy
4. Mail your request to :

Town of Babylon

Town Clerk Registrar

200 East Sunrise Hwy.

Lindenhurst, NY  11757

Attn: Registrar

Note: Death certificates can be obtained by the decedent’s spouse, parent, child or sibling. The requester must provide either a VALID driver’s license, non-driver’s ID or passport and provide proof of relationship (spouse to provide a Marriage Certificate only; parent, child or sibling to provide a Birth Certificate only).  If you have any questions, please contact the Town Clerk’s office at (631) 957-3007. 

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1. What is a FOIL request?

A Freedom of Information request (FOIL) is a request for access to Town Records pursuant to the Freedom of Information Law (Public Officers Law, article 6 sections 84-90).

Once the request form is received by the Town Clerk via fax or in person, the Town Attorney reviews the request with subject area personnel. The law pertains to records only. It is not intended for examination of employees or officials. The Town is not required to create a new record in response to a question or questions.

The Town may seek clarification of the requested information and may reasonably decline to honor a request that is not descriptive enough within the context of the Town's record keeping system.

All records are available, unless an exception permits an agency to deny access. Common sense and the potential for harm that might arise from a specific disclosure, such as that which could preclude the government from carrying out its duties, are things that could limit disclosure. Click here for the Forms Center

2. What is the process for making a FOIL request?

Once the request is made and requested information is compiled by the subject area department, it is forwarded to the Town Clerk’s Office and the requester is notified that the information is available. This is usually done by phone. For more information, contact the Town Clerk’s Office at (631) 957-4296.

3. How do I obtain a Public Record under (FOIL) Freedom of Information Law?

Instructions for Application for Public Access to Records

Please fill in the entire application. Applications missing information will not be processed. If processing the application online please fill in your name in the signature line. This is to ensure you have read and filled in the entire application. Please email the completed application (FOIL application) to foil@townofbabylon.com 

Applications may also be received in the Town Clerk’s Office, 200 E Sunrise Hwy, Lindenhurst NY 11757 or sent via fax to (631)957-7490.

Notes to Applicant: · Be advised there is a statutory fee due, ($.25 per page not in excess of 9x14) for copies. For anything else, including digital formats, cost of reproduction will be charged. Deposits may be required for voluminous requests. Copy fees are to be paid for any pages required to be redacted prior to viewing a file. FOIL requests will not be processed for any person or company who fails to pay any outstanding FOIL fees due to prior FOIL request. Copies will be prepared unless specifically requested otherwise. · The Public Officers Law requires that a municipality acknowledge receipt of a FOIL request within (5) Business days. · The Public Officers Law also states that a municipality has up to 20 business days for processing your request. If more than twenty, (20) business days are required you will be so notified. · You have the right to appeal a denial of this application in writing to the Town Attorney. You will receive a response in writing within ten, (10) business days of receipt of your appeal. · If this application is approved the information you receive may not be permitted to be used for solicitation or fundraising purposes. 

4. Can I make a FOIL request for property information?

Yes, FOILS can be filed for property information as per usual procedures.

If a Certified Certificate of Occupancy is required, the application can be filled out by the property owner in the Department of Planning and Development's Building Division. Certified documents usually take about 2 weeks to be prepared. Click here for the Forms Center

5. How do I get a copy of Town Board meeting minutes?

All requests for minutes must be submitted as a Freedom of Information (FOIL) request by filling out the form and submitting it to the Town Clerk's Office.

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1. What is a Marriage License?

A marriage license issued from this office is a license which allows you to get married in the State of New York only. For more information on marriage licenses, please contact the Town Clerk’s Office at (631) 957-4294.

2. How do I obtain a Marriage License?

In order to obtain a marriage license, please email marriageinfo@townofbabylon.com with your request to get a Marriage License. We will respond to your request within a 24 hour period. 

Please see list of required documents, (required documents list) and Marriage License Application (Marriage License Information Worksheet Fillable)

Note: Both the bride and groom must be present to obtain a Marriage License. The fee is $40 in cash or money order made out to the Town of Babylon. We do not accept debit or credit cards. We only accept original or certified copies of the required documents. We do not accept photo copies or emailed copies of required documents. We cannot issue a marriage license without the proper required documents. Documents that have been ripped, taped or altered in anyway will not be accepted. No appointment is needed at this time. Our hours of operation to obtain a Marriage License are Monday through Friday from 9AM to 3:30PM and we are open every Tuesday from 9AM to 5:30PM.

3. What documentation do I need to obtain a Marriage License?

Click the following link for Marriage License Requirements. Click Here for Requirements

4. How much does a Marriage License cost?

Marriage licenses cost $40 (money order made out to Town of Babylon) per license. Certified copies of a marriage certificate are $10 each (Money order made out to Town of Babylon).

5. What is a Marriage Certificate?

A marriage certificate certifies that a couple has been married. A copy of the certificate is not available to the general public and is only available to the spouses(s) on record.

6. How do I get a copy of a Marriage Certificate?

Note: The Town of Babylon Clerk’s Office will only have a copy of your Marriage Certificate if you obtained your Marriage License in the Town of Babylon. See list of Towns and Villages. Only the bride or groom are eligible to get a copy of their Marriage Certificate.

In order to obtain a certified copy of your Marriage Certificate by mail, you will need to mail in:

1. Fill out the attached form: (Marriage Certificate request application)
2. A letter requesting a certified copy of your marriage certificate which must include both person’s names (including birth name), date of ceremony and phone number.
3. Copy of valid driver’s license (just the person who is requesting fine)
4. Money order made out to the Town of Babylon in the amount of $10.00
5. Mail your request to:  

Town of Babylon

Town Clerk, Marriage Department

200 East Sunrise Hwy.

Lindenhurst, NY 11757

Attn:  Marriage Copy

7. What is the process to obtain a Marriage License if previously married?

If an applicant was previously married and divorced, the certified judgement of divorce must be presented along with all other required documents. If an applicant is widowed, a copy of their previous spouse’s death certificate must be presented along with all other required documentation.

8. How do I apply for a second marriage ceremony license?

In order to obtain a second/subsequent ceremony marriage license contact marriageinfo@townofbabylon.com.

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1. How do I obtain a Pigeon Harboring Permit?

The Town of Babylon issues Pigeon Harboring Permits through the Town Clerk's Office. There is an annual permit fee of $35.00 that can be paid in cash, check or money order to the Town of Babylon.

Requirements for this permit include:

• Completed Pigeon Harboring Application


• Notarized statement indicating applicant has NOT been convicted of violating Town Code 106.17, Keeping Pigeons


• Survey, photo or diagram showing the proposed location of pigeon house or loft, the house or lofts' dimensions and square footage, and its distance from surrounding residences and property lines


• Color photo of the pigeon house or loft

Application with additional information and check for $35.00 is submitted to the Town Clerk Office during office hours of 9:00 am to 4:30 pm. Upon approval the permit will be mailed to the applicant.

2. How do I obtain a 'Going Out of Business' Permit?

If a business located within the Town of Babylon is closing, a 'Going Out of Business' Permit is required. The application is available in the Town Clerk's Office.

Requirements for this permit include:

• Completed and notarized application
  
• Detailed inventory of goods


• Copies of Bill of Sale


• An official appraisal, if applicable


• $25.00 application fee paid in either cash, check or money order


• $500.00 Bond in the form of a money order or bank check, $425.00 of which will be returned provided the business is closed within 60 days of receipt of this permit


• $50.00 extension of license for additional 30 days, if applicable

3. How do I obtain a Sewer Excavation Permit?

All Sewer Excavation Permits cost $50.00, made payable in cash or check, and require a completed application that is signed by the Commissioner of Public Works, the Contractor and the Homeowner (applicant).

The application is in triplicate with the yellow copy for Suffolk County, the white copy for the applicant (homeowner), and the pink copy for the Town Clerk.

The permit application is available in the Highway Department and is submitted with payment in the Town Clerk's Office during normal business hours, 9:00 am to 4:30 pm. Final approval comes from the Bergen Point Sewer Plant.

4. How do I obtain a Peddler's Operator and/or Vehicle Permit?

Town of Babylon Peddlers Operator and Vehicle Permits are available to all residents of the State of New York and costs $200.00 per Peddler Vehicle License and $25.00 per Peddler Operator License. The application can be obtained from the Town Clerk's Office. No stationary peddling is allowed in the Town of Babylon.

All applicants are required to:

• Complete and have notarized, a Peddler's Operator and Vehicle application


• Provide a current New York State Driver's License


• Provide a current New York State Registration


• Provide two current head shot photographs of each peddler applicant - photos must be taken within 30 days of the application


• Obtain a $100,000 in personal and property liability insurance policy


• Provide a veteran's exempt card from Suffolk County, if applicable


• Provide a current New York State Sales Tax Identification Number, if applicable


• Provide a Suffolk County Safety Class Certificate

5. How do I apply for a Dredging Permit?

All Dredging Permits are approved and granted by resolution by the Town of Babylon Town Board and cost $75.00 per permit.

Applicants must submit a completed application (available in the Environmental Control Department office at the Town Hall Annex) with $25.00 and a work plan.

Environmental Control will review the application and if approved by them, the application gets sent to the Town Clerk's Office, along with the $25.00 application fee. The Town Clerk's office will schedule the application for a Town Board meeting and upon approval by the Town Board will notify the applicant. The $75.00 permit fee is then payable.

For questions, please call the Department of Environmental Control, (631) 422-7640.

6. What are the requirements for a Dredging Permit?

Overall requirements to obtain a Dredging Permit include:

• Submit a Town of Babylon Environmental Assessment form (available from Environmental Control at the Town Hall Annex)


• Provide a NYS Department of Environmental Conservation Tidal Wetlands permit


• Provide a US Army Corp of Engineers Permit


• Provide a Town of Babylon Building Permit, if applicable


• Provide public liability insurance covering any and all damage that may occur within two (2) years after work is completed. Language on the policy must list the Town of Babylon as an insured party in respect to operation and must read: "The Town of Babylon, its agents, servants, employees, directors and officers."

Limits of liability include:

Property damage liability coverage no less than $100,000 per accident, and no less than $500,000 on all accident accounts

Bodily injury liability coverage no less than $200,000, and no less than $500,000 on all accident accounts

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1. What is Wyandanch Rising?

The Wyandanch Rising Project is a comprehensive community revitalization effort for the Hamlet of Wyandanch. Several properties have been purchased by the Town and will be used for economic development purposes. Funds for the project have been primarily secured through State, Federal, County and other community development grants and allocations.

The Wyandanch Rising Project includes but is not limited to:

• The installation of sewers, prior to vertical development, for commercial entities in downtown areas;
• Wholesale redevelopment of the downtown area under the project management of a master-developer;
• Resource Center
• Pre-apprenticeship training for local trades
• Small business development support
• 240 units of affordable/workforce housing
• 50,000 square feet of retail space (new construction)
• Street-scape improvements
• New train station
• Station plaza public green space
• Solar roof installation for selected community facilities

2. Can I hook up to the sewer lines being installed for Wyandanch Rising?

If sewer lines are being placed directly in front of your house there is the possibility of hooking up to them. A very few homes in the area will have access to these hook ups. Specific information relating to the question of individual hookups must be requested from the engineering team responsible for the project.

If interested and logistically capable of being hooked up, the homeowner would be responsible for all fees and permits associated with gaining access to the sewer line. Contact Rich Groh, Senior Environmental Analyst, Town of Babylon (631) 422-7644 for more information.

Suffolk County is the official entity with ultimate jurisdiction over sewer development and hook up. 

Contact the Suffolk County Sewer Agency, Craig Platt, (631) 852-4187, for more information.

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1. What is the Youth Bureau?

The Youth Bureau is responsible for the coordination of contracted youth service agencies in the Town of Babylon. These agencies include the Youth Institute and the program it operates. The Youth Bureau is located at 281 Phelps Lane in North Babylon. The main contact is Claire McKeon at (631) 422-7660.

2. The school has told me that my child needs counseling, and they have referred me to the Youth Bureau. How do I sign up?

All counseling intakes are scheduled through Larissa Rosa, Supervising Counselor. Ms. Rosa may be reached at (631) 422-7658.

3. Who is eligible for counseling at the Youth Bureau?

Counseling services are offered free of charge to Town of Babylon residents ages 5 to 20 years. Counseling is provided by licensed mental health professionals.

4. How do the actual counseling sessions work?

After the intake session is completed, a counselor will be assigned to the case. Each client will be seen for approximately 45 minutes per week, at the discretion of the counselor.

Sessions take place at the Town Hall Annex located at 281 Phelps Lane in North Babylon and are scheduled for afternoons (Monday through Friday) and evenings (Monday through Thursday). Parents should be aware that there are certain rules of confidentiality which must be observed by all counselors and therefore there may be certain items that have been discussed by the counselor and child which cannot be revealed to the parent(s). Additionally, all counselors working here are Mandated Reporters, meaning that they MUST report allegations of child abuse and/or neglect to the proper authorities.

5. How can I enroll my child in the counseling program?

If your child was referred to youth counseling services by you (the parent), school, church, or other organization they must first complete an intake session. The session consists of basic information gathering and a general discussion of specific problems, situation, etc. This is the first required step in enrolling for youth counseling services. The supervising counselor will then assign a counselor who would best fit with that individual.

After the intake session is completed, a counselor will be assigned to the case. Each client will be seen for approximately 45 minutes per week, at the discretion of the counselor. Sessions take place at the Town Hall Annex located at 281 Phelps Lane in North Babylon and are scheduled for afternoons (Monday through Friday) and evenings (Monday through Thursday).

Parents should be aware that there are certain rules of confidentiality which must be observed by all counselors and therefore there may be certain items that have been discussed by the counselor and child which cannot be revealed to the parent(s). Additionally, all counselors working here are Mandated Reporters, meaning that they MUST report allegations of child abuse and/or neglect to the proper authorities.

6. My son/daughter has runaway from home. Are there any Town services to help us with this situation?

Project SAFE provides crisis intervention in runaway cases. Staff will meet with parents, the child, and other interested parties in an effort to reunite the child with his family and to develop a plan going forward. In cases where returning home is not a viable option, Project SAFE will assist in securing alternative housing solutions. This service is available to Town of Babylon residents, free of charge.

7. What activities are available for children during the summer months?

Since each center is an independent organization, it is best to call and find out exactly what programs they will be offering for the summer months. Also, please refer to the Parks and Recreation Department's Summer Guide for information relative to day camps, swimming lessons, and many other activities.

8. Where are the local Youth Centers?

The Town of Babylon has nine Youth Centers:

• Babylon Youth Project
  147 North Carll Avenue, Babylon, NY 11702
  (631) 587-7117
• Copiague Youth Center 
  650 Great Neck Road, Copiague, NY 11726
  (631) 608-1489
• Deer Park Community Center
  41 Homer Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729
  (631) 940-7661
• Lindenhurst Youth Center
  177 South Smith Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757
  (631) 226-1320
• North Babylon Community Youth Services
  213 Phelps Lane, North Babylon, NY 11703
  (631) 422-0333
• United North Amityville Youth Organization
  48A Cedar Road, Amityville, NY 11701
  (631) 789-5613
• West Babylon Community Youth Center
  71 Sawyer Avenue, West Babylon, NY 11704
  (631) 661-1333
• Wyandanch Youth Services
  20 Andrews Avenue, Wyandanch, NY 11798
  (631) 920-5600

9. What are the various Youth Programs?

The Youth Bureau manages oversees nine (9) different youth programs and counseling services, including:

• Mental Health Counseling Services - the main contact is Larissa Rosa at (631) 422-7658.
• Project Safe - the main contact is Jean Fiust at (631) 422-7653. This program provides services to runaway, homeless and missing youth.
• Parenting Skills - the main contact is Bob Ranieri at (631) 422-7658. This group is geared towards parents of youth and young teens and consists of group meetings and discussions.
• Social Skills - the main contact is Alyssa Bloom at (631) 422-7620.
• The Bridge Program - introduces social skills groups for children with autism spectrum disorders, in addition to parent and sibling support groups. The main contact is or Kelly McNulty at (631) 893-1018.