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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Durham
Building permits are required for construction in the Town of Durham.
Note: Contact Code Enforcement for exempt-work determination.
Required documents
- Building permit application
- Bill of materials
- Site plan
- Construction plans
- Project scope documentation
- Building code
- New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code
- Permit validity
- Contact town code enforcement for details.
- Owner-builder
- Contact Code Enforcement for owner-builder requirements.
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors must comply with state and local requirements.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Contact town for specifics.
- 01 Contact Town Hall or the town's building / code-enforcement contact through the official website for current filing instructions.
- 02 Submit the permit application and project materials required for your specific work.
- 03 Confirm whether any zoning, planning, floodplain, or septic coordination is also required.
- 04 Pay fees and schedule required inspections.
Typical processing time: Contact town for specifics.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Durham building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Contact town for fee schedule.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
Typical sequence: Contact town for inspection scheduling details.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Durham permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Durham, NY? ▸
Building permits are required for construction in the Town of Durham.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Durham, NY? ▸
Building permit fees in Durham, NY are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Contact town for fee schedule..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Durham, NY? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Durham, NY, follow these steps: 1. Contact Town Hall or the town's building / code-enforcement contact through the official website for current filing instructions. 2. Submit the permit application and project materials required for your specific work. 3. Confirm whether any zoning, planning, floodplain, or septic coordination is also required. 4. Pay fees and schedule required inspections.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Durham, NY? ▸
Building permit processing times in Durham, NY typically run Contact town for specifics.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
last verified April 2026
source Town of Durham Building / Code Enforcement ↗
entry id permits/new-york/greene/durham
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Durham Building / Code Enforcement before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.