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City building permits

Village of Union Springs

How to apply for a building permit in Village of Union Springs, New York. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Code adoption
NYS Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code
Avg processing
Typically 2-4 weeks from submission.
Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Village of Union Springs Code Enforcement

Street address
26 Chapel Street, Union Springs, NY 13160
Coverage
All properties within the incorporated Village of Union Springs.
Online portal
Village of Union Springs Departments
In-Person, Email
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Union Springs

A building/zoning permit is required for construction subject to the NYS Uniform Code.

Note: Consult the Code Enforcement Officer for exempt work determinations.

Required documents
  • Building/Zoning Permit Application
  • Plot plan
  • Project sketch/specifications/material list
  • Supporting materials as required
Building code
NYS Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code
Permit validity
The posted application expressly states it is an application for building/zoning permit and is not itself a permit.
§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Typically 2-4 weeks from submission.

  1. 01
    Complete the village's building/zoning permit application.
  2. 02
    Submit the application to the village code officer before review begins.
  3. 03
    Include required supporting documents: plot plan and project sketch/specifications/material list.
  4. 04
    Pay the applicable permit fee.
  5. 05
    Await review and permit issuance before starting work.

Typical processing time: Typically 2-4 weeks from submission.

Source: Village of Union Springs Code Enforcement ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Union Springs building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Fees established by the village; contact Code Enforcement Officer for current schedule

Confirm fee structure with village office.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • 315-889-7341 (phone)
  • codes@unionspringsny.com (email)

Typical sequence: Village reviews permit plans, issues permits, schedules inspections, and issues certificates of occupancy.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Union Springs permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Union Springs, NY?
A building/zoning permit is required for construction subject to the NYS Uniform Code.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Union Springs, NY?
Building permit fees in Union Springs, NY are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Fees established by the village; contact Code Enforcement Officer for current schedule.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Union Springs, NY?
To apply for a building permit in Union Springs, NY, follow these steps: 1. Complete the village's building/zoning permit application. 2. Submit the application to the village code officer before review begins. 3. Include required supporting documents: plot plan and project sketch/specifications/material list. 4. Pay the applicable permit fee. 5. Await review and permit issuance before starting work.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Union Springs, NY?
Building permit processing times in Union Springs, NY typically run Typically 2-4 weeks from submission.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Union Springs, NY?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Union Springs, NY via: 315-889-7341, codes@unionspringsny.com.
last verified April 2026 source Village of Union Springs Code Enforcement ↗ entry id permits/new-york/cayuga/union-springs

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Village of Union Springs Code Enforcement before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.