The Southold Town Civic Associations made a presentation at a public meeting of the Town Board on May 25, 2021 on the ever-increasing house sizes in Southold. The presentation will include our joint proposal for limiting house size in Southold, something that almost all other East End towns have enacted. (East End Beacon article)
In 2016 the Orient Association surveyed our membership on nine propositions related to the Comprehensive Plan to identify priorities for the community. Limiting house size emerged as a major priority. The survey with vote tally is here. As many of you are aware, the issue continues to be a concern.
We are jointly requesting changes to the Zoning Code in order to preserve the rural and small-town feel of Southold Town. Here is the letter to the editor of the Suffolk Times requesting action on house size in Southold before it is too late. Below are more details about Tuesday’s event and a joint statement from the Civics. Please join us and share your opinions with the Town Board.
Recent Happenings

On September 29, 2026 at 6pm, the Town is hosting a public input session on these proposed code changes in the Town Hall Meeting Room.
On September 29, 2026 at 6pm, the Town is hosting a public input session on proposed code changes in the Town Hall Meeting Room. relating to our Affordable Housing efforts. This is an opportunity for the public to hear about the positive steps the town is taking and to voice their opinions and support. Please consider attending.

Our Housing Crisis: Local Voices
A panel discussion with a parent, educator, firefighter, healthcare professional and small business owner followed by a Q and A
Monday August 31 from 5:00 – 6:30 pm at CAST 53930 Main Road, Southold, NY 11971. Residents who struggle with housing options on the North Fork and the impact this has on families, schools, services and businesses..

Ticks & Tick-Borne Diseases Forum
Learn About Alpha-Gal Syndrome, Ticks and tick-borne diseases, How to prevent tick bites, How to reduce ticks in your yard, Deer population

