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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Cherry Valley
A building permit is required for all construction within the Village of Cherry Valley.
Note: Applicants should confirm any claimed exemption directly with Otsego County Code Enforcement before starting work.
- Completed building permit application
- Site plan
- Construction plans
- Proof of workers' compensation coverage or exemption
- Building code
- New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code; New York State Energy Conservation Construction Code
Application process
Typical processing: 7-10 business days after application is deemed complete
- 01 Contact the village clerk if local review is needed.
- 02 File the code application through Otsego County Code Enforcement for Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and Energy Code review.
- 03 Obtain any additional local approvals that may apply before permit issuance.
Typical processing time: 7-10 business days after application is deemed complete
Source: Otsego County Code Enforcement ↗
Fee schedule
Effective January 1, 2023
Contact Otsego County Code Enforcement for specific fee amounts. County code-enforcement fees apply where Otsego County is the issuing authority.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective January 1, 2023) before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
Typical sequence: Inspections are handled through Otsego County Code Enforcement for county-issued permits.
Source: Otsego County Code Enforcement ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about Cherry Valley permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Cherry Valley, NY? ▸
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Cherry Valley, NY? ▸
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Cherry Valley, NY? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Otsego County Code Enforcement before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.