North East, NY · Dutchess County

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Application for Building Permit

Property owners and other applicants use this application to request a building permit for proposed construction, alterations, or other listed work in the Town of North East.

What this form is

Use this application to request a building permit for work such as an addition, deck, pool, structural repair, or other proposed project. It asks for applicant and property details, a description of the work, setbacks, dimensions, square footage, and estimated cost. Include a survey or approved plot, plans and specifications, and proof of workers' compensation insurance; two sets of stamped architectural plans are specified for work exceeding $19,000.

Who needs it

Property owners applying for a building permit, and other applicants with the owner's written consent, use this form to describe the proposed work.

How to submit it

The form names the Office of the Building Inspector, Department of Planning, Zoning, and Building, and lists 19 N Maple Avenue, PO Box 516, Millerton, NY 12546, and [email protected] as contact details; it does not specify a submission method.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the listed supporting documents are not identified as sworn or notarized.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the building permit application PDF for the Town of North East.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Fill in applicant and property details, describe the work, and provide setbacks, dimensions, square footage, and estimated cost.

  3. 3

    Gather Supporting Documents

    Attach a survey or approved plot, plans and specifications, and workers' compensation proof as applicable; include owner consent if the applicant is not the owner.

  4. 4

    Submit To The Town

    The form names the Office of the Building Inspector, Department of Planning, Zoning, and Building. Check the listed contact details for submission instructions.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the North East building permit application?
No. This application is signed and dated without a notary; the listed supporting documents are not identified as sworn or notarized.
How do I submit the building permit application?
The form names the Office of the Building Inspector, Department of Planning, Zoning, and Building. It lists 19 N Maple Avenue, PO Box 516, Millerton, NY 12546, and [email protected] as contact details, but does not specify a submission method.
What information does the application ask for?
It asks for applicant and property information, a description and category of proposed work, setbacks, dimensions, square footage, estimated cost, and applicant and owner signatures and dates.
What supporting documents are listed?
The form lists a property survey or approved plot, construction plans and specifications, and proof of workers' compensation insurance. Two sets of stamped architectural plans are specified for work exceeding $19,000.

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