City Building Permits

Hornell, NY - Building Permit Guide

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

New York Steuben County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Hornell.

Department
City of Hornell Code Enforcement Office
Address
82 Main Street, Hornell, NY 14843
Phone
(607) 324-7421
Website
https://www.cityofhornell.gov/code-of-enforcement

Online Permit Portal

Open Permits and Licenses

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

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. File the city's Application for a Building Permit and the appropriate specification sheet.
  2. Submit any project-specific forms for fences, pools, driveways, signs, or other regulated work.
  3. Pay the applicable fees and coordinate plan review.
  4. Arrange required inspections through the code office.

Source: City of Hornell Code Enforcement Office

General Requirements

Building permits required for construction, renovation, and other regulated work.

Required Documents

  • Application for a Building Permit
  • Appropriate specification sheet
  • Project-specific forms as required
Building code
New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code

Fees

Payment note
Rental occupancy inspections: $35 residential, $50 commercial for initial inspection plus one reinspection.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Hornell Code Enforcement Office to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Typical inspection sequence: All inspections performed under the New York property maintenance and fire codes by the code officer, fire department staff, or approved third-party inspectors.

Additional Resources

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Hornell Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Hornell, NY?
Building permits required for construction, renovation, and other regulated work.
How do I apply for a building permit in Hornell, NY?
1. File the city's Application for a Building Permit and the appropriate specification sheet. 2. Submit any project-specific forms for fences, pools, driveways, signs, or other regulated work. 3. Pay the applicable fees and coordinate plan review. 4. Arrange required inspections through the code office.

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