What is the DPIS Project Registration Form for Renovations?

It registers renovation or alteration projects with Buffalo's Department of Permit and Inspection Services when an application is required under Chapter 496 of the City Code.

What information and attachments does the form request?

It asks for applicant and property details, project descriptions, classifications, work area, cost, and a disclosure affidavit. Site plans, elevations, building plans, owner authorization, or other documents may be required when applicable.

Do I need a notary for the DPIS Project Registration Form?

No. The form calls for the applicant's signature and date, and does not identify its disclosure affidavit as requiring notarization.

How do I submit the renovation registration form?

The document names the Department of Permit and Inspection Services but provides no submission address or method. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

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DPIS Project Registration Form — Renovations

The City of Buffalo form registers renovation or alteration projects with the Department of Permit and Inspection Services and is completed by the applicant.

What this form is

Applicants use this form to register renovation or alteration projects for which an application is required under Chapter 496 of the City Code. It asks for applicant, owner, architect, contractor, property, project scope, building and use details, project cost, and a disclosure affidavit; applicable plans and other supporting documents may also be needed.

Who needs it

An applicant whose project includes renovations or alterations and requires an application under Chapter 496 of the City Code must complete this form.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This registration form is signed and dated without a notary; its disclosure affidavit is part of the form and is not identified as requiring notarization.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Form
Download the Buffalo DPIS Project Registration Form for renovations and alterations.
2
Complete The Form
Enter applicant, property, project, classification, work-area, cost, and disclosure information.
3
Gather Applicable Attachments
Include applicable site plans, architectural elevations, building plans, owner authorization if required, and documents describing the proposed work.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the completed form to the city department named on it; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

What is the DPIS Project Registration Form for Renovations?: It registers renovation or alteration projects with Buffalo's Department of Permit and Inspection Services when an application is required under Chapter 496 of the City Code.
What information and attachments does the form request?: It asks for applicant and property details, project descriptions, classifications, work area, cost, and a disclosure affidavit. Site plans, elevations, building plans, owner authorization, or other documents may be required when applicable.
Do I need a notary for the DPIS Project Registration Form?: No. The form calls for the applicant's signature and date, and does not identify its disclosure affidavit as requiring notarization.
How do I submit the renovation registration form?: The document names the Department of Permit and Inspection Services but provides no submission address or method. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

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This DPIS Project Registration Form — Renovations doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Buffalo form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.