City Building Permits

Town of Lodi, NY - Building Permit Guide

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

New York Seneca County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the Town of Lodi.

Department
Town of Lodi Town Clerk
Address
8591 State Route 414, Lodi, NY 14860
Phone
(607) 582-6888

Online Permit Portal

Platform: Town of Lodi • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Contact Town Clerk at (607) 582-6888 to determine if town zoning or permit approvals apply.
  2. If required, obtain local zoning or land use permit from Town Clerk or designated zoning officer.
  3. Contact Seneca County Code Enforcement at (315) 539-1950 for Uniform Code permit requirements.
  4. Submit Seneca County building permit application with all required documentation.
  5. County staff reviews and issues permit upon approval.

Typical processing time: 5-10 business days for county review.

Source: Town of Lodi Town Clerk

General Requirements

Building permits are required for construction in the Town of Lodi as administered by Seneca County.

Required Documents

  • Seneca County building permit application
  • Local zoning or land use approval (if required)
  • Proof of workers' compensation or CE-200 exemption
  • Construction plans and specifications
Permit validity
Permits valid according to Seneca County standards.
Building code
New York State Uniform Building Code, New York State Energy Conservation Construction Code
Owner-builder
Owner-builders must comply with state and county requirements.
Contractor requirements
Contractors must be licensed and provide proof of workers' compensation.

Fees

Permit fee formula
Per Seneca County fee schedule

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective 2017).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Lodi Town Clerk to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (607) 582-6888 (phone)
  • (315) 539-1950 (Seneca County) (phone)
Scheduling deadline
County inspections must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
Inspection hours
Contact town and county for hours.

Typical inspection sequence: Inspections per Seneca County and New York State code requirements.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Town of Lodi Town Clerk before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Lodi Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Lodi, NY?
Building permits are required for construction in the Town of Lodi as administered by Seneca County.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Lodi, NY?
Fees are calculated as: Per Seneca County fee schedule.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Lodi, NY?
1. Contact Town Clerk at (607) 582-6888 to determine if town zoning or permit approvals apply. 2. If required, obtain local zoning or land use permit from Town Clerk or designated zoning officer. 3. Contact Seneca County Code Enforcement at (315) 539-1950 for Uniform Code permit requirements. 4. Submit Seneca County building permit application with all required documentation. 5. County staff reviews and issues permit upon approval.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Lodi, NY?
Typical processing time is 5-10 business days for county review..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Lodi, NY?
Inspections can be scheduled via: (607) 582-6888, (315) 539-1950 (Seneca County). County inspections must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance..

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