Do I need a notary for the Building Permit Application?

No, the building permit application itself is signed without a notary. If you use the attached BP-1 exemption affidavit, that affidavit must be sworn to before a notary.

How do I submit the Building Permit Application?

Complete it in ink or by typing and submit it to the Code Enforcement Officer with the required site plan and project materials. The form lists the Code Enforcement Office address and email.

What should I include with the application?

Include a site plan showing the property and proposed work. The instructions also require plans and specifications for certain projects and list proof of insurance or an exemption as applicable.

Can I start work before the permit is issued?

No. The application instructions state that work covered by the application may not start before a building permit is issued.

Vernon, NY · Oneida County

No notary required

Building Permit Application

Property owners or applicants use this application to request a building permit for construction, additions, alterations, and other listed work in Vernon.

What this form is

The application requests project details, property and contact information, proposed work, dimensions, sewage and water information, estimated cost, and a site plan. Submit it before starting work covered by the application; the instructions also list plan requirements that depend on the project. New residential construction requires sewer-connection approval or an application for an on-site sewage treatment system.

Who needs it

Property owners, applicants, or contractors seeking a building permit for work in the Town of Vernon or either listed village need this application.

How to submit it

Complete the application in ink or by typing, include a site plan and required project plans or insurance proof, and submit it to the Code Enforcement Officer. The form lists 4305 Peterboro Road, PO Box 643, Vernon, NY 13476, and [email protected].

About notarization

The building permit application is signed without a notary; the attached BP-1 exemption affidavit must be sworn to before a notary if used.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the building permit application and review its instructions and project-specific plan requirements.
2
Complete The Application
Type or print the application in ink and provide the property, applicant, project, and work details requested.
3
Gather Required Materials
Prepare a site plan, required construction plans and specifications, and applicable insurance proof or exemption materials.
4
Submit To The Code Enforcement Officer
Submit the completed application and materials to the Code Enforcement Officer using the contact information listed on the form.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Building Permit Application?: No, the building permit application itself is signed without a notary. If you use the attached BP-1 exemption affidavit, that affidavit must be sworn to before a notary.
How do I submit the Building Permit Application?: Complete it in ink or by typing and submit it to the Code Enforcement Officer with the required site plan and project materials. The form lists the Code Enforcement Office address and email.
What should I include with the application?: Include a site plan showing the property and proposed work. The instructions also require plans and specifications for certain projects and list proof of insurance or an exemption as applicable.
Can I start work before the permit is issued?: No. The application instructions state that work covered by the application may not start before a building permit is issued.

Need something notarized?

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