Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Village Hall available for rent?  Yes!
Where can I find more information?  see rental info
Contact the Steward with any questions.

I’d like to file a complaint.
You can email your complaint to the Clerk or the Assistant Clerk

What should I do about a dead deer or other dead animal in the road?
Call Brookhaven Animal Control at 631-451-6950.
Animal Control Officers respond to and pick up lost and stray dogs seven days a week as well as sick and injured stray cats. If you would like to report a lost or stray dog, a sick or injured cat please call the number above. If it's an emergency and after hours, please call Public Safety at 631-451-6161.
Here are some more organizations you can contact if you need help with an animal:
Wildlife in Need of Rescue and Rehabilitation (WINORR):  516-851-6045
Strong island animal rescue - any animal:  631-403-0598
The Broken Antler - any animal:  631-740-0924 or 631-829-8880
Save the Animals Rescue (STAR):  631-736-8207
Sweet Briar Nature Center:  631-979-9771
Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center:  631-728-9453
Jaeger's Run Animal Rescue, Inc.:  631-828-9630
Human Urban Group

How do I file for a building permit?  see building permits 
Contact the Building Inspector with any questions.

I received a parking ticket. How can I make a payment or who can I speak to?
Contact the Court Clerk with any questions or to make payment arrangements.

How can I get a resident guest pass/parking sticker/replacement gate card?
See the replacement form.

How can I request use of the Fire Pit?
See the fire pit form.

Am I allowed to have a chicken coop in my yard?
The Village does not currently have a specific code surrounding chicken coops, but they would be recognized as accessory structures. A permit is required, and the coop would have to be located in the rear or side yard and be at least 10' from property lines. Please include a sketch with your building application. see building permits

When do Wednesday and Friday deck nights & Sunday coffee begin?
Sunday coffee starts 5/12/24 (9:00 - noon)
Wednesday open deck starts 6/19/24 (6:00 - 9:00)
Friday open deck starts 5/17/24 (6:00 - 9:00)

Is there anything interesting beyond the bridge?
Sure!
     North Shore Public Library
     Mount Sinai Harbor tide chart
     Port Jeff Harbor webcam
     Shoreham Post Office
     Rocky Point Fire Department
     Suffolk County Police Seventh Precinct
     Shoreham-Wading River Central School District
     Department of Motor Vehicles
     Voter Registrations
     The Long Island Native Plant Initiative
     Finding Alternatives to Invasive Ornamental Plants in New York
     The Long Island Invasive Species Management Area
     NY iMapInvasives