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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Clinton
Building permit required before erection, construction, enlargement, improvement, alteration, removal, or demolition of any building or structure, and before installation of heating equipment.
- Exempt Minor repairs and maintenance
Note: Contact Code Enforcement to determine which work requires a permit.
- Completed permit application
- Dimensioned plot plan
- Deed copy (when needed)
- Stamped plans for residential buildings over 1,500 sq ft or commercial/major alteration work
- Building code
- New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code
- Permit validity
- Valid for one year from issuance
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builders may perform work on their own properties subject to permit requirements.
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors must comply with New York State requirements.
Source: Building / Code Enforcement ↗
Application process
Typical processing: 1-2 weeks typical
- 01 Contact Code Enforcement Officer Brenda Perreault at 518-353-3326.
- 02 Obtain building permit application from the town.
- 03 Complete application with required documentation (dimensioned plot plan, deed copy, stamped plans for applicable work).
- 04 Submit application to Code Enforcement.
- 05 Pay applicable permit fees.
- 06 Schedule required inspections.
- 07 Obtain certificate of occupancy before occupying building.
Typical processing time: 1-2 weeks typical
Source: Building / Code Enforcement ↗
Fee schedule
Effective Current
Payment at Code Enforcement Office
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective Current) before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Call 518-353-3326 (phone)
- Visit office at 23 Smith Street, Churubusco (in-person)
- Scheduling deadline
- Schedule inspections during project
- Inspection hours
- Business hours; confirm with office
- Time windows
- By appointment
Typical sequence: Standard inspections required at various construction stages; no building may be occupied until certificate of occupancy granted.
Contact Code Enforcement for virtual inspection availability.
Source: Building / Code Enforcement ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about Clinton permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Clinton, NY? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Clinton, NY? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Clinton, NY? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Clinton, NY? ▸
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Clinton, NY? ▸
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Clinton, NY? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building / Code Enforcement before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.