Zoning

Zoning Districts

There are currently 14 zoning classifications and two planned development districts in the Town of Big Flats. Of these, five districts are variations of residential zoning, Town Center, various business districts, commercial light industrial, industrial, conservation and Airport Business District. The majority of the land in Big Flats is zoned Rural District. Zoning throughout the center of the Town reflects an assortment of development standards, where the majority regulates airport, business, town center and industrial uses. Conservation is the second largest zoning district, and the majority of the land surrounding the Chemung River. 

Zoning laws are in effect in the Town of Big Flats. 

Big Flats Zoning Law

The Town of Big Flats adopted a comprehensive zoning amendment on January 26, 2021, Local Law #1 of 2021.

Big Flats Zoning Law


Zoning Applications


Permit Application

Zoning Permit Application


Zoning Map


The current Zoning Map for the Town of Big Flats is available. Please call the office if you have any questions. Please click the link below to view the map.

Big Flats Zoning Map