The Building Department reviews plans, issues permits and provides inspections for the following types of construction:
Commercial buildings
Demolition activities
New:
Alterations
Building relocation
Changes in occupancy
Constructions
Reconstruction
Renovations
Repair
Plumbing installations
Single and multi-family residences and additions
Swimming pools, sheds, decks
Requirements
Each of these activities requires submission of an application, fee, appropriate plans and issuance of a permit prior to any construction. During construction, periodic inspections are required to ensure compliance with the recently adopted family of New York State Building Codes as well as local zoning regulation.
In addition, the Building Department provides assistance to the town's Zoning Board of Appeals and Design Review Commission as necessary.