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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Alfred
All construction over 64 square feet requires both a zoning permit and a building permit.
Note: Contact the Town of Alfred Codes Enforcement office for exempt-work determinations.
- Zoning-permit application
- Building-permit application
- Site plan
- Construction plans
- Applicant/owner information
- Occupancy and use information
- Scope of work
- Plans and specifications
- Septic approval from Allegany County Health Department (if required)
- Building code
- New York State Uniform Code
- Contractor requirements
- Standard insurance and workers' compensation compliance materials are required when wages are paid.
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Obtain both zoning-permit and building-permit forms from the town website or Town Clerk.
- 02 Submit the zoning application with site plan and fee.
- 03 For most projects, attach the issued zoning permit to the building-permit application.
- 04 Submit three copies of the building-permit application and attachments to the Town Clerk or Code Enforcement Officer.
- 05 Provide septic-system approval from the Allegany County Health Department before a building permit is issued where required.
- 06 Await code review and then schedule inspections with MACE.
Fee schedule
Alfred building permit fees
Zoning permit fee: $10.00. Building permit fee varies based on construction cost.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- MACE: 585-365-2928 (phone)
Typical sequence: Inspections are handled through MACE. The town site does not publish inspection windows or a milestone schedule; applicants should coordinate directly with MACE.
Frequently asked
Common questions about Alfred permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Alfred, NY? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Alfred, NY? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Alfred, NY? ▸
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Alfred, NY? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Alfred Codes Enforcement / MACE before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.