Machias, NY · Cattaraugus County
Building Permit Application
The Town of Machias building permit application collects project and property details from owners or contractors seeking a building permit.
What this form is
The Town of Machias uses this application to collect information for issuing building permits and managing enforcement of the Uniform Code. Applicants should bring the property and work details, contractor information and insurance documents, and any applicable plans, drawings, or other project-specific materials. The town notes that applications may need detailed review, so a permit may not be issued during the visit.
Who needs it
Property owners or contractors planning work that requires a building permit from the Town of Machias should prepare this application and the applicable supporting materials.
How to submit it
There is no online application. Apply in person during office hours on Tuesday from 4 PM to 6 PM, or by appointment.
About notarization
This application has no notary block; no sworn attachment is identified, so the applicant just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Town of Machias Building Permit Application PDF.
- 2
Prepare Project Information
Gather the owner and property details, a complete work description, and contractor information.
- 3
Gather Supporting Materials
Bring applicable insurance documents, plans, drawings, surveys, and other project-specific materials.
- 4
Apply In Person
Apply during Tuesday office hours from 4 PM to 6 PM or by appointment; the town does not offer an online application.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Building Permit Application?
- No. This application has no notary block, and it identifies no sworn attachment; the applicant just signs and dates it.
- How do I submit the Building Permit Application?
- There is no online application. Apply in person during office hours on Tuesday from 4 PM to 6 PM, or by appointment.
- What should I bring with my application?
- Prepare the owner of record, property address, work description, contractor details and insurance documents, plus applicable plans, drawings, surveys, or project-specific materials.
- Can my building permit be issued during my visit?
- Not necessarily. The town says an application and its information may require detailed review, so the permit may not be issued on the spot.