Town of Clarendon

All buildings or structures 64 square feet or greater in the town require a building permit.

• Exempt Structures under 64 square feet may be exempt; verify with Code Enforcement Officer

Note: Confirm permit requirements and exemptions with the Code Enforcement Officer before proceeding.

Building code

New York State Uniform Code and Energy Conservation Construction Code

Permit validity

Certificate of occupancy must be issued before a building can be used.

Owner-builder

Contact the Code Enforcement Officer for owner-builder requirements.

Contractor requirements

Contractors must comply with New York State licensing requirements.

Source: Town of Clarendon Planning, Zoning & Building Department ↗

1. 01
   Use the Town of Clarendon building permit application.
2. 02
   Submit the application to the Code Enforcement Officer with stamped plans, a plot plan, survey, or sketch showing location, dimensions, and setbacks.
3. 03
   Obtain Planning Board approval where required under the zoning ordinance.
4. 04
   Schedule inspections and secure a certificate of occupancy before use of the building.

Typical processing time: 1-2 weeks for initial review; varies by project complexity.

Source: Town of Clarendon Planning, Zoning & Building Department ↗

Fees apply to residential new construction, commercial buildings, and structural changes. Contact town for details.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective 2020) before budgeting.

• 585-638-6371 ext. 104 (phone)

Scheduling deadline

Contact Code Enforcement Officer at least 24-48 hours before needed inspection.

Inspection hours

Contact town for office hours.

Time windows

Varies; contact Code Enforcement Officer for appointment times.

Typical sequence: Inspections follow New York State Uniform Code requirements.

Remote inspections may be available at town discretion.

Source: Town of Clarendon Planning, Zoning & Building Department ↗