Argyle, NY — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Village of Argyle

Phone

(518) 955-2766

Coverage

Village of Argyle. Uses Washington County building permit system with local village compliance signoff.

Online portal

Washington County Building Permit Application Packet

County-centered with local village review

Website

Department website

Additional resources

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When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Argyle

A building permit is required for most construction within the Village of Argyle.

Scope of work

Permit?

Residential storage buildings of 144 square feet or less (subject to local zoning controls)

Exempt

Exempt Residential storage buildings of 144 square feet or less (subject to local zoning controls)

Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm edge cases with local code enforcement before proceeding.

Required documents

Completed permit application
Two copies of plans
Workers compensation documentation or CE-200 waiver
Septic/sewer approvals where applicable

Building code: New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code
Permit validity: Permits expire if no inspection is passed within applicable timeframe.
Owner-builder: Owner-builders must provide workers compensation documentation or CE-200 exemption.
Contractor requirements: Contractors must provide workers compensation and disability documentation.

Source: Village of Argyle ↗

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Application process

Typical processing: 2-4 weeks for county review

01

Use the Washington County building permit packet for the actual building permit filing.
02

Obtain Village of Argyle local compliance signoff on LRCC #1 before sending the packet to Washington County.
03

Submit the full county packet and supporting materials to Washington County for permit issuance.
04

Obtain LRCC #2 local signoff at completion before final county certificate issuance.

Typical processing time: 2-4 weeks for county review

Source: Village of Argyle ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Argyle building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Permit fee formula

Washington County permit fees apply to the county-issued building permit.

Contact Washington County for fee information.

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Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Washington County: (518) 746-2150 (phone)

Typical sequence: Contact Washington County for inspection scheduling.

Source: Village of Argyle ↗

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Frequently asked

Common questions about Argyle permits

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

A building permit is required for most construction within the Village of Argyle.

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

Building permit fees in Argyle, NY are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Washington County permit fees apply to the county-issued building permit..

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

To apply for a building permit in Argyle, NY, follow these steps: 1. Use the Washington County building permit packet for the actual building permit filing. 2. Obtain Village of Argyle local compliance signoff on LRCC #1 before sending the packet to Washington County. 3. Submit the full county packet and supporting materials to Washington County for permit issuance. 4. Obtain LRCC #2 local signoff at completion before final county certificate issuance.

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

Building permit processing times in Argyle, NY typically run 2-4 weeks for county review. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in Argyle, NY? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Argyle, NY. The following work is generally exempt: Residential storage buildings of 144 square feet or less (subject to local zoning controls). Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm edge cases with local code enforcement before proceeding. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Argyle, NY? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Argyle, NY via: Washington County: (518) 746-2150.

last verified April 2026 source Village of Argyle ↗ entry id permits/new-york/washington/argyle

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

Village of Argyle

Other jurisdictions in Washington County.