Buffalo, NY · Erie County
Minor Site Plan Application
Property owners, applicants, and contractors use this application to request administrative review of eligible routine development site plans in Buffalo.
What this form is
The Office of Strategic Planning uses this application to review site design for routine development proposals eligible for administrative processing. Applicants provide property, project, and contact information and attach the required submittals, including a project description, site plan, architectural elevations, and evidence of site control. The form explains that additional plans may be required depending on the project.
Who needs it
Property owners, applicants, or contractors seeking Minor Site Plan Review for an eligible routine development project in Buffalo need this application.
How to submit it
Send an electronic PDF copy with attachments to Room 913 City Hall by USB flash drive or email/file transfer to [email protected]. The associated fee is $350; no single PDF file may exceed 10MB.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; its disclosure affidavit asks the property owner or applicant to affirm the information is true and accurate.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Minor Site Plan Application PDF.
- 2
Complete The Form
Answer the questions and provide applicant, property, and project information.
- 3
Gather Required Submittals
Attach the required materials listed on page 2, including plans and supporting documents applicable to the project.
- 4
Submit To The City
Send the completed PDF and attachments to Room 913 City Hall by USB flash drive or email/file transfer to [email protected].
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Minor Site Plan Application used for?
- The City of Buffalo uses it to review site design for routine development applications eligible for administrative processing.
- What attachments are required?
- The form lists a project description, site plan, architectural elevations, evidence of site control, and a map of adjacent conditions. Landscaping, stormwater, and lighting plans may also be required.
- How do I submit the Minor Site Plan Application?
- Send an electronic PDF copy with attachments to Room 913 City Hall by USB flash drive or email/file transfer to [email protected]. Each PDF file must be 10MB or less.
- Do I need a notary for the Minor Site Plan Application?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary; the disclosure affidavit asks the property owner or applicant to affirm the information is true and accurate.
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