City Building Permits

Village of Fort Edward, NY - Building Permit Guide

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

New York Washington County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Village of Fort Edward. Village-issued building permit with local code enforcement.

Department
Village of Fort Edward Buildings/Code
Address
118 Broadway, PO Box 345, Fort Edward, NY 12828
Phone
(518) 747-4023
Website
https://villageoffortedward.gov/departments/code/

Online Permit Portal

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Platform: Local village building permit • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. File the Village of Fort Edward permit application with the local code office.
  2. Include workers compensation and disability documentation or waiver materials.
  3. Provide any needed planning board or zoning board approvals before permit issuance.
  4. Submit asbestos survey materials for demolition or covered pre-1974 work where required.
  5. Wait about two weeks for processing and review before starting work.

Typical processing time: 2 weeks

Source: Village of Fort Edward Buildings/Code

General Requirements

A building permit is required for new structures, additions, alterations, changes of occupancy, installations, demolition, decks, porches, garages, pools, fences, signs, solar panels, and heating/chimney work.

Required Documents

  • Completed permit application
  • Two sets of plans and material specifications
  • Workers compensation and disability documentation or waiver
  • Asbestos survey materials for demolition or pre-1974 work
Permit validity
Permits expire if no inspection is passed within applicable timeframe.
Building code
New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code
Owner-builder
Owner-builders must provide workers compensation documentation or waiver.
Contractor requirements
Contractors must provide workers compensation and disability documentation.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$50
Permit fee formula
Residential new one- and two-family dwellings: $0.20/sf with $150 minimum; Nonresidential new construction: $0.30/sf with $200 minimum; Multiple dwellings (three-family or more): $0.25/sf with $300 minimum
Penalty (no permit)
Permit fee or $100, whichever is greater

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Residential storage buildings 200 square feet or less (subject to zoning and setbacks)

Important: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm edge cases with the code office before proceeding.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (518) 747-4023 (phone)
  • code@villageoffortedward.com (email)

Typical inspection sequence: Contact village code office for inspection scheduling.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Village of Fort Edward Buildings/Code before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Village of Fort Edward Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Village of Fort Edward, NY?
A building permit is required for new structures, additions, alterations, changes of occupancy, installations, demolition, decks, porches, garages, pools, fences, signs, solar panels, and heating/chimney work.
How much does a building permit cost in Village of Fort Edward, NY?
The minimum permit fee is $50. Fees are calculated as: Residential new one- and two-family dwellings: $0.20/sf with $150 minimum; Nonresidential new construction: $0.30/sf with $200 minimum; Multiple dwellings (three-family or more): $0.25/sf with $300 minimum.
How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Fort Edward, NY?
1. File the Village of Fort Edward permit application with the local code office. 2. Include workers compensation and disability documentation or waiver materials. 3. Provide any needed planning board or zoning board approvals before permit issuance. 4. Submit asbestos survey materials for demolition or covered pre-1974 work where required. 5. Wait about two weeks for processing and review before starting work.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Village of Fort Edward, NY?
Typical processing time is 2 weeks.
What work is exempt from building permits in Village of Fort Edward, NY?
The following work is generally exempt: Residential storage buildings 200 square feet or less (subject to zoning and setbacks). Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm edge cases with the code office before proceeding.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of Fort Edward, NY?
Inspections can be scheduled via: (518) 747-4023, code@villageoffortedward.com.

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