Skaneateles, NY · Onondaga County
Floodplain Development Permit Application
Property owners and project applicants use this application to request review of proposed development in a floodplain in Skaneateles.
What this form is
The application collects applicant and project details, including the project location, proposed work, structure type, and estimated cost. Submit it to the Local Administrator for review before starting work; the form states that additional plans or certifications may be required and that development cannot be used or occupied until a Certificate of Compliance is issued.
Who needs it
Applicants proposing structural or other development activities in a floodplain use this application to request review by the Local Administrator.
How to submit it
Complete the applicant sections and submit the form in duplicate to the Local Administrator for review. The form identifies no address, email, or online submission portal.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; required engineer or architect certifications and elevation certificates are attachments, not notarizations.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Floodplain Development Permit Application.
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Complete Applicant Sections
Fill in the applicant and project information, describe the proposed work, and sign and date the application.
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Gather Required Attachments
Check with the Local Administrator about documents required for processing, such as plans or certificates.
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Submit The Application
Submit the completed application in duplicate to the Local Administrator for review.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Floodplain Development Permit Application do?
- It gives applicants a way to submit proposed floodplain development details to the Local Administrator for review, including the location, type of work, and project cost.
- What attachments may be required?
- The Local Administrator identifies required documents. These may include a site plan, development plans, an elevation certificate, or engineering or architectural certification for floodproofed structures.
- Do I need a notary for the Floodplain Development Permit Application?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. Required engineer or architect certifications and elevation certificates are attachments, not notarizations.
- How do I submit the Floodplain Development Permit Application?
- Complete the applicant sections and submit the application in duplicate to the Local Administrator for review, as directed by the form.