Amherst, NY · Erie County
Floodplain Development Permit Application
Applicants use this form to request review of proposed development in Amherst and provide project details for a floodplain development permit.
What this form is
The application collects applicant and project information, including the project location, proposed work, structure type, and estimated cost. Applicants submit it to the Local Administrator for review before work starts; the form states that additional permits may also be required. The Local Administrator identifies any required supporting documents, and applicants provide as-built elevation information before a Certificate of Compliance is issued.
Who needs it
Applicants proposing structural or other development activities in Amherst should complete this application and submit it to the Local Administrator for review.
How to submit it
After completing Section 2, submit the form to the Local Administrator for review. The form lists the Amherst Building Department at 5583 Main Street, Williamsville, New York 14221.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; required elevation or floodproofing certificates are professional certifications, not notarizations.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Amherst Floodplain Development Permit Application PDF.
- 2
Complete Applicant Sections
Fill in applicant and proposed development details in Section 2, then sign and date the certification in Section 1.
- 3
Gather Required Documents
Check with the Local Administrator about supporting documents identified in Section 4 and attach those required for your project.
- 4
Submit For Review
Submit the completed application 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 this application without a notary. Required elevation or floodproofing certificates are professional certifications, not notarizations.
- How do I submit the Floodplain Development Permit Application?
- After completing Section 2, submit the application to the Local Administrator for review. The form lists the Amherst Building Department's address in Williamsville.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for applicant and project details, including the location, description of work, structure type, and estimated cost. The Local Administrator completes the review sections.
- What supporting documents might be required?
- The Local Administrator may require items such as a site plan, development plans, an Elevation Certificate, or floodproofing certification. The form identifies these as required documents when checked.