Village of Voorheesville

Building permits are required for many construction projects. Examples include additions, roofs, replacement windows, gas fireplaces, wood-burning stoves, decks, porches, sheds, PODS, electrical changes, fences, sprinkler systems, and swimming pools.

Note: Contact the Building Department to determine permit requirements for your specific project.

Building code

New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and Energy Code

Permit validity

Varies by permit type; contact the Building Department for details.

Owner-builder

Contact the Building Department for owner-builder requirements.

Contractor requirements

Contractors must comply with New York State licensing and insurance requirements.

1. 01
   Contact the Building Department before planning a construction project.
2. 02
   Obtain the appropriate permit forms (forms were temporarily unavailable online during zoning code updates; contact the department or village office for copies).
3. 03
   Complete the permit application.
4. 04
   Submit the completed permit application electronically to building@villageofvoorheesville.com or in person.
5. 05
   Pay the permit fee.
6. 06
   Wait for approval and permit issuance before starting work.

Typical processing time: Varies by project complexity; contact the Building Department for specific timelines.

Source: Building Department ↗

• 518-765-2698 (phone)
• building@villageofvoorheesville.com (email)

Inspection hours

8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday to Thursday, and by appointment

Typical sequence: Confirm required inspections and any certificate of occupancy / compliance steps with the Building Department.