Superintendent of Buildings Robert Barbach
Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00a – 3:00p
Building Inspector Fred Lauria
Monday and Wednesday: 8:00a – 2:00p
BUILDING PERMITS REQUIRED:
- Alterations, Additions & New Construction
- Demolition of a structure, or any structural modification
- Garages, Sheds and Accessory Structures
- Roof, Siding and/or Window Replacement
- Decks, Patios (more than eight inches in height above grade)
- Tennis (or Sports) Courts
- Retaining Walls
- Swimming Pools – above or below ground – water depth of 18″ or more
- Boilers, Furnaces, or Swimming Pool Heaters
- Hot Tubs
- Drywells
- Fireplaces and Chimneys – including prefabricated and/or gas inserts
- Solar Collectors or Solar Collection Systems
- Conversion of Basements, Cellars or Garages to Habitable Space
- Change in Use of an Existing Occupancy or Space
- Air Conditioning Systems (including heat pump systems)
- Oil-To-Gas Conversions
- Driveways – replacement or expansion of existing, or new
SPECIAL PERMITS REQUIRED:
- Fences
- Signs
- Tree Removal
- Tents
- Sukkahs – for other than single-family residences
PERMITS NOT REQUIRED:
- Repairs (restoration for the purpose of maintenance)
- Painting, carpeting, tiling and similar finish work
- Replacing an existing sink, faucet, toilet, or appliance
- Residential Playground Equipment
The above lists are summaries, intended to serve as guidelines. It is always best to consult with the Building Department. We can be reached at 516-883-5900 Ext 2.
