Unincorporated Sullivan County

Building permits are required for construction work within Sullivan County, subject to local municipal regulations and exemptions established by the relevant town or village.

Note: Exemptions from building permits vary by jurisdiction. Confirm requirements with the relevant town or village building department.

Building code

New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, as adopted and enforced locally by towns and villages

Contractor requirements

Contractors must hold valid licenses as required by New York State and the relevant local jurisdiction.

1. 01
   Identify the specific town or village where the property is located.
2. 02
   Contact the appropriate local building department for the town or village.
3. 03
   Each town and village administers the Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code locally.
4. 04
   Apply to the town building department for parcels outside villages, or to the relevant village building/code office for parcels inside village boundaries.
5. 05
   Follow the specific permit application process established by that jurisdiction.

Typical processing time: Varies by jurisdiction. Processing times depend on the specific town or village permit process.

Source: Sullivan County Municipal Directories and Local Government Contacts ↗

Typical sequence: Inspection procedures and requirements vary by jurisdiction. Contact the relevant town or village building department for details.