Plattsburgh, NY · Clinton County
Floodplain Development Permit Application
This application requests a floodplain development permit and is completed by applicants proposing construction or other development in Plattsburgh.
What this form is
Applicants use this form to describe proposed construction or other development and provide project location, contact, activity, and cost information for review by the Local Administrator. No work may start until a permit is issued; the form says the Local Administrator identifies any required supporting documents, which can include plans, elevation information, or certifications, before processing.
Who needs it
Applicants proposing structural or other development, such as grading, excavation, drainage work, or subdivision, complete this application for review.
How to submit it
After completing Section 2, submit the form to the Local Administrator for review. The form says the Local Administrator identifies required supporting documents before processing.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated by the applicant without a notary; any required elevation or floodproofing certifications are provided by qualified professionals, not notarized.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Floodplain Development Permit Application PDF.
- 2
Complete The Applicant Sections
Fill in the project and applicant details, describe the proposed work, then sign and date the applicant certification.
- 3
Gather Required Documents
Check the documents identified by the Local Administrator and attach any required plans, elevation information, or certifications.
- 4
Submit For Review
Submit the completed form to the Local Administrator for review.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Floodplain Development Permit Application?
- No. The applicant signs and dates the form without a notary. Required elevation or floodproofing certifications are provided by qualified professionals.
- How do I submit the Floodplain Development Permit Application?
- After completing Section 2, submit the form to the Local Administrator for review. The form says the Local Administrator identifies any required supporting documents before processing.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for applicant and project contact details, the project location, a description of the work, and its estimated cost. It also includes sections for flood information and administrator review.
- What supporting documents may be required?
- The Local Administrator identifies documents needed before processing. The form lists items such as a site plan, development plans and specifications, elevation information, or professional certifications.
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