Village of the Branch
The Village of The Branch is one of three incorporated villages within the township of Smithtown - our other sister villages being Nissequogue and Head of The Harbor. The village is located on the north shore of Long Island and contains a mix of upscale homes, a thriving business district and a historical district where residents and visitors alike can step back in time and discover the history of Smithtown and the surrounding communities in unique settings.
The village Board of Trustees, led by Mayor Mark Delaney, strives to maintain a level of personal attention and quality of life. The Board is comprised of village residents with families of their own who simply want to maintain a feeling of community and pass that on to future generations.
A couple of exciting projects to tell you about:
First, working in conjunction with the Town of Smithtown and local politicians and organizations we were able to secure a grant of nearly $1 million in order to begin the next phase of the Northeast Branch Remediation project. This effort, sometimes referred to as dredging, is intended to remedy the groundwater issues
Important Reminders
Bamboo Law
The Village Board recently passed legislation regulating the planting and maintenance of bamboo.
Commercial vehicles
Commercial vehicles may not be parked in any residential area between 10 pm and 6 am.
Boats and trailers
Boats and trailers must be stored on the property behind the front line of the residence.
Trees
Homeowners must trim back tree limbs, which overhang into the street or hinder driver's vision.
Fire hydrants
Residents with fire hydrants on their property are required to keep hydrants clear of overgrown bushes and shrubs.
Clear streets
During wintertime, remove all basketball hoops and keep our streets as clear as possible to aid workers in the snow.
Fences
Fences must be no more than 6 ft in height, be behind the front line of the residence and have the finished side facing out.
Permits
Permits are required for any structural modification, decks, pools and structures larger than 100 sq ft - Contact Building Inspector for information, Jerry Harris at 631 979-8989 for permits and subsequent Certificates of Occupancy.
Corner homes
Corner homes have two front yards.