Chesterfield, NY · Essex County

No notary required

Building Permit Application

Property owners and applicants use this application to request a building permit for construction or other work in the Town of Chesterfield.

What this form is

Use this application to request a building permit for work that requires one, and submit it before beginning the work. It asks for applicant, property, contractor, and designer details; project type, construction information, estimated cost, and a description of the work. The instructions also list required plans, supporting information, and the permit fee payment process.

Who needs it

Applicants seeking a building permit for work in Chesterfield that requires one should complete and submit this application.

How to submit it

Submit the completed application to the Town of Chesterfield Office or email it to [email protected]. Pay the permit fee when submitting; payment can be made at the office or electronically through the town website.

About notarization

This application does not require a notary; the applicant signs and dates it on the application.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Building Permit Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Complete it electronically, typed, or in ink, and sign and date the applicant certification.

  3. 3

    Gather Required Documents

    Include the required dimensioned plot plan or sketch, construction documents, and other required information or approvals.

  4. 4

    Submit And Pay

    Submit the application to the Town of Chesterfield Office or email [email protected], and pay the permit fee when submitting.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Chesterfield Building Permit Application for?
It is used to request a building permit for work that requires one. The application collects project, property, applicant, contractor, and construction details.
What should I include with my application?
The instructions call for a dimensioned plot plan or sketch, construction documents, and required property and contractor information. They also identify deed restrictions and other agency approvals as application requirements.
Do I need a notary for the Building Permit Application?
No. This application does not require a notary; the applicant signs and dates it on the application.
How do I submit the Building Permit Application?
Submit it to the Town of Chesterfield Office or email it to [email protected]. Pay the permit fee at submission; payment is accepted at the office or electronically through the town website.

Need something notarized?

This Building Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Chesterfield form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.