Pawling, NY · Dutchess County
Change of Use/New Tenant Application
This application is for property applicants in Pawling reporting a change in a property's use or a new tenant, including when the use remains the same.
What this form is
The Village requires this application when the nature or extent of a property's use changes, including when one business replaces another even if the use stays the same. Applicants describe current and proposed uses, provide property and contact details, and include a detailed layout showing specified building and fire-safety features. Building work may require a separate building permit application.
Who needs it
Property applicants must file when a property's use changes or a new business replaces another, even if the use itself remains the same.
How to submit it
Submit the completed application and required detailed layout to the Village of Pawling Building Department, 9 Memorial Avenue, Pawling, NY 12564; the form also lists [email protected].
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; it identifies no related attachment or step that must be notarized or sworn.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Change of Use/New Tenant Application PDF.
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Complete the Application
Enter the job site address, applicant and owner details, and information about current and proposed uses.
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Prepare the Detailed Layout
Include the required layout showing exits, rooms, walls, windows, exit signs, fire-safety information, and known wall fire ratings.
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Sign and Date
Sign and date the application; the form also provides a signature and date line for the property owner.
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Submit to the Building Department
Send the application and layout to the Village of Pawling Building Department at the address listed on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Change of Use/New Tenant Application?
- No. The application has signature and date lines but no notary block. It identifies no related attachment or step that must be notarized or sworn.
- Who must file this application?
- A property applicant must submit it when the nature or extent of a property's use changes, including when one business replaces another, even if the use remains the same.
- What must I include with the application?
- Include a detailed layout of the space showing exits, walls, rooms, windows, exit signs, where exits lead, fire-safety system information, and known wall fire ratings. Additional information may be required.
- How do I submit the application?
- Submit it with the detailed layout to the Village of Pawling Building Department at 9 Memorial Avenue, Pawling, NY 12564. The form also lists [email protected].
Need something notarized?
This Change of Use/New Tenant Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Pawling form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.