How To: Handle Your Trash When Moving

The Town of Huntington has specific rules on how to handle the trash resulting from someone moving in or moving out of a home in town. The town reminds residents that up to six gallons (with a volume of less than 42 gallons) can be Read More …

How To: Find Unclaimed Money in New York State

Every year, the state returns funds that have remained unclaimed, some times for years. The money could be from insurance settlements, court cases, forgotten bank accounts, utility deposits or other kinds of funds. The state says that every day, it returns $1.5 million to those Read More …

How To: Have a Block Party in Huntington

Summer is coming and with it, interest in getting outdoors to enjoy the fine weather and get together with neighbors. The Town of Huntington has several rules in place to, among other things, ensure safety, allow emergency vehicles to pass, keep the neighborhood peace and Read More …

How To: Get a Permit to Parade, Race or Have a Walk-a-Thon in Huntington

Road races, walk-a-thons and parades fill the spring, summer and fall calendars around Huntington. To be able to take a crowd onto the town’s streets, a permit is required. Among the rules are a requirement to provide insurance, agree to pick up and return traffic Read More …

How To: Remove a Tree in the Town of Huntington

Removing a tree from your property in the Town of Huntington isn’t as easy as just getting out your chainsaw. Unless you live in one of the villages which are not covered by the regulations, you will most likely need a permit from the town, Read More …

How To: Access Huntington’s Geographic Information System

The Town of Huntington offers access to maps and data through its Geographic Information System. The Land Management Division of the Planning and Environment Department provides access to records from the town’s land inventory. Free or subscription-based professional access is available. GIS is  system that Read More …