City Building Permits

Village of Granville, NY - Building Permit Guide

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

New York Washington County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Village of Granville. Uses Washington County building permit system with local village zoning review.

Department
Village of Granville Code Enforcement
Phone
(518) 642-2640

Online Permit Portal

Platform: Village zoning review plus Washington County building permit • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Use the village permits page to access the Washington County building permit application.
  2. Coordinate with the local code enforcement officer for village-level review and zoning compliance.
  3. Submit the county building permit packet after local review and any required planning/zoning approvals.
  4. Complete county inspections and closeout through Washington County.

Typical processing time: Village review plus 2-4 weeks for county review

Source: Village of Granville Code Enforcement

General Requirements

A building permit is required for most construction within the Village of Granville.

Required Documents

  • Completed permit application
  • Materials, drawings, plans, and information required by village zoning and New York State Uniform Code
  • Two copies of plans
  • Workers compensation documentation or CE-200 waiver
Permit validity
No building permit is issued until required sanitary, health, fire, village board, planning board, zoning board, and other agency approvals have been obtained where applicable.
Building code
New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code with local zoning overlay
Owner-builder
Owner-builders must comply with village zoning law and building code.
Contractor requirements
Contractors must provide workers compensation and disability documentation.

Fees

Permit fee formula
Washington County permit fees apply to the county-issued building permit.
Payment note
Contact Washington County for fee information.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Residential storage buildings of 144 square feet or less (subject to local zoning)

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

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Village: (518) 642-2640 (phone)
  • Washington County: (518) 746-2150 (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: Contact village and Washington County 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 Granville Code Enforcement before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Village of Granville Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Village of Granville, NY?
A building permit is required for most construction within the Village of Granville.
How much does a building permit cost in Village of Granville, NY?
Fees are calculated as: Washington County permit fees apply to the county-issued building permit..
How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Granville, NY?
1. Use the village permits page to access the Washington County building permit application. 2. Coordinate with the local code enforcement officer for village-level review and zoning compliance. 3. Submit the county building permit packet after local review and any required planning/zoning approvals. 4. Complete county inspections and closeout through Washington County.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Village of Granville, NY?
Typical processing time is Village review plus 2-4 weeks for county review.
What work is exempt from building permits in Village of Granville, NY?
The following work is generally exempt: Residential storage buildings of 144 square feet or less (subject to local zoning). Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm edge cases with village code enforcement before proceeding.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of Granville, NY?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Village: (518) 642-2640, Washington County: (518) 746-2150.

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