Windham, NY · Greene County
Demolition Permit Application
This application requests a permit to remove or demolish a building in Windham and is completed by the property owner, who submits it to the Town of Windham Building Department.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The application identifies the property and building, describes how demolition debris will be disposed of, and lists contractors performing work at the site. The Town’s form says applications must be received at least two weeks before work starts, and no covered work can begin before the demolition permit is issued. Attach a plot plan if more than one building is on the property.
Who needs it
A property owner applying to the Town of Windham Building Department for permission to demolish or remove a building should complete and submit this application.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes a jurat stating the owner was sworn before a notary; the named property owner signs the application and swears its statements are true.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Get the Demolition Permit Application from the Town of Windham.
- 2
Fill In Property And Work Details
Enter the owner and property information, debris disposal method, and contractors. Attach a plot plan if the property has multiple buildings.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary for the owner's sworn statement.
- 4
Sign During The Video Session
The property owner signs and swears to the application in front of the notary.
- 5
Submit To The Town
Submit the notarized application to the Town of Windham Building Department at least two weeks before work begins.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Windham. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get my demolition permit application notarized?
- Complete the application, then book a session with a commissioned online notary. The property owner signs and swears to the application during the video session.
- Do I need to attach a plot plan?
- The form says to attach a plot plan if more than one building exists on the property, identifying which building will be demolished or removed.
- When should I submit the application?
- The form says the application must be received at least two weeks before work starts. Demolition work covered by the application cannot begin before the permit is issued.
- Can I notarize this application online?
- New York authorizes remote online notarization by its notaries under Executive Law §135-c. A commissioned online notary can notarize the owner's sworn statement by video; confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.
Demolition Permit Application in other New York cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.