Woodbury, NY — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Village of Woodbury Building Department

Street address

19 Adams Street, Highland Mills, NY 10930

Phone

845-928-6911 ext. 5 then 1

Coverage

All properties within the incorporated Village of Woodbury. This is separate from the Town of Woodbury office.

Online portal

Village of Woodbury Building Department

In-person / Phone

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Woodbury

Village code states no person may commence work requiring a building permit without first obtaining a permit from the village.

Note: Confirm exemption status with the village office.

Required documents

Written application
Supporting construction documents
Site plan
Construction plans

Building code: New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code (2025 code update, effective December 31, 2025)
Permit validity: Varies per village code; confirm with the village office.
Owner-builder: Owner-builders must comply with village code requirements.
Contractor requirements: Contractors must comply with local licensing and bonding requirements.

Source: Village of Woodbury Building Department ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Typical time varies; confirm with the village office.

01

Contact the Building Department at 845-928-6911 ext. 5 then 1.
02

Submit a written application with supporting construction documents.
03

Inspector reviews for compliance with the Uniform Code.
04

Pay applicable permit fees.
05

Obtain permit before beginning construction work.
06

Schedule required inspections.

Typical processing time: Typical time varies; confirm with the village office.

Source: Village of Woodbury Building Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Woodbury building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

Example: $25 certificate-of-occupancy copy, $30 building-permit amendment, $5 extension per month, $50 fire permit

Plan check fee

Confirm with village office

Permit fee formula

Confirm with village office

Trade permit fee

Confirm with village office

Reinspection fee

Confirm with village office

Penalty (no permit)

Confirm with village office

Village code shows additional fee examples; confirm current rates with the Building Department

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

845-928-6911 ext. 5 then 1 (phone)
19 Adams Street, Highland Mills, NY 10930 (in-person)

Scheduling deadline: Confirm with the village office
Inspection hours: Confirm with the village office
Time windows: Confirm with the village office

Typical sequence: Village code requires certificates of occupancy or compliance for permit-subject work and provides for inspections before issuance.

Confirm if remote inspections are available with the village office.

Source: Village of Woodbury Building Department ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Woodbury permits

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

Village code states no person may commence work requiring a building permit without first obtaining a permit from the village.

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

Building permit fees in Woodbury, NY are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Example: $25 certificate-of-occupancy copy, $30 building-permit amendment, $5 extension per month, $50 fire permit. Fees are calculated as: Confirm with village office. Plan check fee: Confirm with village office.

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

To apply for a building permit in Woodbury, NY, follow these steps: 1. Contact the Building Department at 845-928-6911 ext. 5 then 1. 2. Submit a written application with supporting construction documents. 3. Inspector reviews for compliance with the Uniform Code. 4. Pay applicable permit fees. 5. Obtain permit before beginning construction work. 6. Schedule required inspections.

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

Building permit processing times in Woodbury, NY typically run Typical time varies; confirm with the village office.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Woodbury, NY? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Woodbury, NY via: 845-928-6911 ext. 5 then 1, 19 Adams Street, Highland Mills, NY 10930. Confirm with the village office.

last verified April 2026 source Village of Woodbury Building Department ↗ entry id permits/new-york/orange/woodbury-village

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Village of Woodbury Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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