Building Permits

The most frequently asked question of the Code Enforcement Department:

Question: When is a building permit required?

Response: A building permit is required in most instances for all work exclusive of painting and minor cosmetic improvements.

Question: Is a building permit required if I am doing the work myself or if I am replacing something on my property?

Response: A building permit is still required whether you are doing the work yourself or having a licensed contractor do the work. Additionally if you are replacing an existing fence or structure on your property a permit is still required as the zoning and building code may have changed and placement that was once allowed may not be any longer.

Additionally, in your best interests you are advised to contact the Code Enforcement Department should you be contemplating improvements to your building/structure regarding permit requirements.

As of January 2018, a CE-200 State Exemption form MUST be completed online and submitted to the Code Enforcement Department in order to process any building permit. Contractors and building owners that carry NYS Disability and Compensation insurance are exempt from this requirement. The CE-200 Exemption form can be found HERE. 

Instructions for the CE-200 exemption form can be found at the link below. We also have a paper application that can be filled out in our office and sent in to the State. Once the CE-200 is approved it must be brought in to apply for your permit.