Chester, NY · Orange County
Building Permit Application
Property owners and contractors use this application to request a Town of Chester building permit for construction, alterations, removal, or demolition.
What this form is
Use this application to request a Town of Chester building permit for construction, additions, alterations, removal, or demolition. It asks for property and project details, applicant and owner contact information, and, when applicable, contractor and design professional information. The application checklist lists plans, insurance documents, and other possible requirements; the form also states that payment is due at review.
Who needs it
Property owners or contractors applying to the Town of Chester Building Department for a permit for a listed building or property project need this application.
How to submit it
Submit the completed application and required materials to the Building Department. Payment is due at review by check or money order payable to The Town of Chester; consult the town website for the current fee schedule.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the separate Affidavit of Final Cost of Construction for a Certificate of Occupancy/Compliance must be notarized.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Building Permit Application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Fill in the applicant, property, and project details, and complete the application checklist.
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Gather Required Materials
Include the plans, insurance certificates, and other materials that apply to your project.
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Submit To The Building Department
Submit the application and materials to the Building Department. Pay by check or money order when the application is reviewed.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Building Permit Application?
- No. This application is signed and dated without a notary. A separate Affidavit of Final Cost of Construction for a Certificate of Occupancy/Compliance must be notarized.
- How do I submit the Building Permit Application?
- Submit the completed application and required materials to the Building Department. Payment is due at review by check or money order payable to The Town of Chester.
- What materials may be required with the application?
- The application lists completed plans, insurance certificates, and a fee among the requirements. A driveway permit is required if necessary; other listed materials apply when applicable.
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This Building Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Chester form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.