How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Oyster Bay, NY?

1. Review the Building Division page and the town forms library. 2. Use the Building Division online portal for current filing steps. 3. Submit required plans and related materials to the town. 4. Complete inspections and closeout with the Building Division.

City Building Permits

Town of Oyster Bay, NY - Building Permit Guide

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

New York Nassau County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Building-permit authority for unincorporated areas of the town outside villages that maintain their own local programs.

Department: Town of Oyster Bay Building Division, within Planning and Development
Phone: (516) 624-6200
Website: https://oysterbaytown.com/departments/planning-and-development/building/

Online Permit Portal

Open Building Division Online Portal

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

Additional resources:

Application Process

Review the Building Division page and the town forms library.
Use the Building Division online portal for current filing steps.
Submit required plans and related materials to the town.
Complete inspections and closeout with the Building Division.

Source: Town of Oyster Bay Building Division, within Planning and Development

General Requirements

Building permits required for all regulated construction in town jurisdiction.

Building code: NYS Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Oyster Bay Building Division, within Planning and Development to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Additional Resources

Building code: NYS Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code
Building Division
Building Portal
Forms Library
License lookup guide: New York Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: New York Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
New York hub: New York Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Town of Oyster Bay Building Division, within Planning and Development before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Oyster Bay Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Oyster Bay, NY?: Building permits required for all regulated construction in town jurisdiction.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Oyster Bay, NY?: 1. Review the Building Division page and the town forms library. 2. Use the Building Division online portal for current filing steps. 3. Submit required plans and related materials to the town. 4. Complete inspections and closeout with the Building Division.

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