City Building Permits

Town of Durham, NY - Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Town of Durham, New York. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

New York Greene County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties in the Town of Durham.

Department
Town of Durham Building / Code Enforcement
Website
https://www.durhamny.com/

Online Permit Portal

Open Town Website

Platform: • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Contact Town Hall or the town's building / code-enforcement contact through the official website for current filing instructions.
  2. Submit the permit application and project materials required for your specific work.
  3. Confirm whether any zoning, planning, floodplain, or septic coordination is also required.
  4. Pay fees and schedule required inspections.

Typical processing time: Contact town for specifics.

Source: Town of Durham Building / Code Enforcement

General Requirements

Building permits are required for construction in the Town of Durham.

Required Documents

  • Building permit application
  • Bill of materials
  • Site plan
  • Construction plans
  • Project scope documentation
Permit validity
Contact town code enforcement for details.
Building code
New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code
Owner-builder
Contact Code Enforcement for owner-builder requirements.
Contractor requirements
Contractors must comply with state and local requirements.

Fees

Permit fee formula
Contact town for fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Durham Building / Code Enforcement to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Typical inspection sequence: Contact town for inspection scheduling details.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Town of Durham Building / Code Enforcement before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Durham Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Durham, NY?
Building permits are required for construction in the Town of Durham.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Durham, NY?
Fees are calculated as: Contact town for fee schedule..
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Durham, NY?
1. Contact Town Hall or the town's building / code-enforcement contact through the official website for current filing instructions. 2. Submit the permit application and project materials required for your specific work. 3. Confirm whether any zoning, planning, floodplain, or septic coordination is also required. 4. Pay fees and schedule required inspections.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Durham, NY?
Typical processing time is Contact town for specifics..

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