Do I need a notary for the New Home Building Permit Application?

No. The application has signature and date fields but no notary block. It lists insurance certificates and project documents as attachments, with no sworn or notarized step.

What documents are listed with the new home permit application?

The procedures list stamped architectural drawings, an electronic file, a driveway permit, truss certifications, a survey, contractor insurance certificates, and approved septic and well designs where applicable.

When must other permits be applied for?

The form states that plumbing, electrical, and driveway permits must be applied for before the building permit is released.

Clay, NY · Onondaga County

No notary required

Residential New House Building Permit Application

This application requests a building permit for a new home in Clay and is completed by the property owner or an applicant acting for the owner.

What this form is

Use this application to request a building permit for a new house in the Town of Clay. It asks for property, owner, project, plan, applicant, and contractor information, along with the home’s square footage and permit fee. The procedures list supporting materials, including stamped drawings, a survey, insurance certificates, and, where applicable, approved septic and well designs; other permits must be applied for before the building permit is released.

Who needs it

Property owners building a new home in Clay, or an applicant signing on the owner’s behalf, should complete this application.

How to submit it

Submit it to the Department of Code Enforcement at 4401 State Route 31, Clay, NY 13041-8707. The form also lists [email protected] and fax (315) 622-7259.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; it lists insurance certificates and project documents as attachments, but no sworn or notarized step.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the New Home Building Permit Application for the Town of Clay.
2
Complete The Application
Provide the property, owner, project, plan, applicant, and contractor information requested on the form.
3
Gather The Listed Documents
Review the procedures and gather the applicable drawings, survey, insurance certificates, and other listed project materials.
4
Submit To The Department
Submit the application to the Department of Code Enforcement at the address shown on the form.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the New Home Building Permit Application?: No. The application has signature and date fields but no notary block. It lists insurance certificates and project documents as attachments, with no sworn or notarized step.
How do I submit the New Home Building Permit Application?: Submit the application to the Department of Code Enforcement at 4401 State Route 31, Clay, NY 13041-8707. The form also lists an email address and fax number.
What documents are listed with the new home permit application?: The procedures list stamped architectural drawings, an electronic file, a driveway permit, truss certifications, a survey, contractor insurance certificates, and approved septic and well designs where applicable.
When must other permits be applied for?: The form states that plumbing, electrical, and driveway permits must be applied for before the building permit is released.

Need something notarized?

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