Madison, NY — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Village of Madison code-enforcement function (co-located with Town of Madison)

Street address

7358 Route 20, Madison, NY 13402

Phone

315-480-5548

Coverage

All properties within the Village of Madison.

Online portal

Village of Madison (County Annex)

County-hosted information

Additional resources

Madison County Statewide Information System ↗

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Madison

Building permits are required for new construction, structural alterations, additions, and other regulated improvements within the Village of Madison.

Scope of work

Permit?

Certain routine maintenance and repair work (confirm with code office)

Exempt

Exempt Certain routine maintenance and repair work (confirm with code office)

Note: Contact the Village of Madison Code Enforcement Officer to verify permit requirements for your specific project.

Required documents

Completed building permit application
Site plan or property sketch
Construction or architectural plans
Project scope and estimated cost
Proof of property ownership or authorization

Building code: NYS Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and NYS Energy Conservation Construction Code.
Permit validity: Permits are valid for the period specified by the village; confirm duration with the code office.
Owner-builder: Confirm owner-builder requirements with the Code Enforcement Officer.
Contractor requirements: Contractors must hold valid New York State business licenses and provide proof of liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage.

Source: Village of Madison code-enforcement function (co-located with Town of Madison) ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: 5-10 business days for complete applications.

01

Contact the Village of Madison Code Enforcement Officer or village/town hall.
02

Request the building permit application.
03

Complete the permit application with required project information.
04

Prepare supporting documentation including site plans and construction plans.
05

Submit the completed application to the village/town office.
06

Pay applicable permit fees.
07

Obtain the building permit before starting construction.
08

Schedule required inspections through the code office.

Typical processing time: 5-10 business days for complete applications.

Source: Village of Madison code-enforcement function (co-located with Town of Madison) ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Madison building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

Verify with village office

Plan check fee

Included in permit fee or assessed separately; confirm with village office.

Permit fee formula

No current public fee schedule surfaced from the reviewed official sources. Contact the village directly.

Trade permit fee

Varies by trade; confirm with village office.

Reinspection fee

Assessed for inspections beyond standard sequence; confirm with village office.

Penalty (no permit)

Varies; confirm with village office.

Payment methods and timing to be confirmed with the village office.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Call Tim Cowan at 315-480-5548 (phone)

Scheduling deadline: Schedule during normal business hours.
Inspection hours: By appointment with the code office
Time windows: As scheduled

Typical sequence: Inspection sequence to be confirmed with the code office.

Remote inspections may be permitted; confirm with code office.

Source: Village of Madison code-enforcement function (co-located with Town of Madison) ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Madison permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Madison, NY? ▸

Building permits are required for new construction, structural alterations, additions, and other regulated improvements within the Village of Madison.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Madison, NY? ▸

Building permit fees in Madison, NY are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Verify with village office. Fees are calculated as: No current public fee schedule surfaced from the reviewed official sources. Contact the village directly.. Plan check fee: Included in permit fee or assessed separately; confirm with village office..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Madison, NY? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Madison, NY, follow these steps: 1. Contact the Village of Madison Code Enforcement Officer or village/town hall. 2. Request the building permit application. 3. Complete the permit application with required project information. 4. Prepare supporting documentation including site plans and construction plans. 5. Submit the completed application to the village/town office. 6. Pay applicable permit fees. 7. Obtain the building permit before starting construction. 8. Schedule required inspections through the code office.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Madison, NY? ▸

Building permit processing times in Madison, NY typically run 5-10 business days for complete applications.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in Madison, NY? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Madison, NY. The following work is generally exempt: Certain routine maintenance and repair work (confirm with code office). Note: Contact the Village of Madison Code Enforcement Officer to verify permit requirements for your specific project. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Madison, NY? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Madison, NY via: Call Tim Cowan at 315-480-5548. Schedule during normal business hours..

last verified April 2026 source Village of Madison code-enforcement function (co-located with Town of Madison) ↗ entry id permits/new-york/madison/madison-village

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Village of Madison code-enforcement function (co-located with Town of Madison) before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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