Town of Gaines

The Town of Gaines is updating its zoning regulations. The Town’s current regulations were initially adopted in 1983 and have been amended several times since then.

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A comprehensive review and update will:

• Ensure consistency with the Town’s recently adopted Comprehensive Plan

• Remove inconsistencies with NYS laws and other government regulations

• Improve clarity and ease of administration.

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The zoning update will codify the Town’s policies regarding land development in various areas of the Town:

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• along State highways where commercial development may be appropriate;

• in rural and agricultural areas of the Town; and

• within traditional hamlets and historic districts.