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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Kendall
Building permits are required for most construction work in the Town of Kendall. Complete tear-off reroofing requires a permit and inspection. Pools with more than 24 inches of water require a building permit.
- Exempt Certificate of compliance or occupancy: $30
- Exempt House addition: minimum $50 plus $0.20 per square foot
- Exempt Deck: $35
- Exempt Pool, above ground: $30
- Exempt Pool, in-ground: $40
- Exempt Garage: $50
- Exempt Major repair or alteration: $35
Note: Confirm permit requirements and exemptions with the Code Enforcement Officer before proceeding.
- Completed permit application
- Site plan or sketch showing property location
- Construction plans or drawings
- Project scope and description
- Building code
- New York State Uniform Code and Energy Conservation Construction Code
- Permit validity
- Varies by project type; contact Code Enforcement Officer for specific validity period.
- Owner-builder
- Contact the Code Enforcement Officer for owner-builder requirements.
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors must comply with New York State licensing requirements.
Application process
Typical processing: 1-2 weeks for initial review; varies by project complexity.
- 01 Call the Code Enforcement Office to make application for a building permit.
- 02 After approval, bring the application to the Kendall Town Clerk's Office.
- 03 The Town Clerk issues the building permit.
- 04 Coordinate required inspections with the Code Enforcement Officer.
Typical processing time: 1-2 weeks for initial review; varies by project complexity.
Fee schedule
Kendall building permit fees
Contact town for payment methods and processing.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- 585-659-8721 ext. 3 (phone)
- codee@townofkendall.com (email)
- 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.
Frequently asked
Common questions about Kendall permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Kendall, NY? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Kendall, NY? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Kendall, NY? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Kendall, NY? ▸
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Kendall, NY? ▸
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Kendall, NY? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Kendall Code Enforcement before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.