City of Syracuse

Building permits required for regulated construction within City of Syracuse.

Note: Confirm exempt work categories and local zoning requirements with the Central Permit Office.

Building code

NYS Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code

Permit validity

Confirm with Central Permit Office.

Owner-builder

Confirm owner-builder requirements with the permit office.

Contractor requirements

Confirm contractor licensing requirements with the permit office.

1. 01
   Contact the Central Permit Office at City Hall Commons or via phone.
2. 02
   Obtain applicable permit application forms for your project type.
3. 03
   Prepare required supporting documents: site plans, construction drawings, project scope.
4. 04
   Submit completed application and attachments to the permit office.
5. 05
   City staff reviews and issues permit or requests corrections.
6. 06
   Schedule required inspections through the permit office.
7. 07
   Pass all required inspections before completing work.

Typical processing time: Varies by project complexity; confirm with Central Permit Office.

Source: Central Permit Office and Code Enforcement ↗

• Central Permit Office: 315-448-8600 (phone)

Scheduling deadline

Confirm with Central Permit Office.

Inspection hours

Confirm with Central Permit Office.

Typical sequence: Typical sequence may include footing, framing, final. Confirm with permit office.