South Glens Falls, NY · Saratoga County

Building and Zoning Permit Application

This application requests a building and zoning permit from the Village of South Glens Falls Building and Zoning Department before construction, alteration, addition, or other work begins.

Detailed form~25 min to notarize
  • 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 collects property, owner, contractor, proposed-work, building-specification, occupancy, and zoning information, and requires a plot plan. The applicant submits it to the Village of South Glens Falls Building and Zoning Department to seek a permit before beginning construction. Its affidavit also asks the signer to attest that the application and submitted plans are complete and that the proposed work will follow applicable requirements and is authorized by the owner.

Who needs it

Property owners or their agents, architects, or contractors seeking a Village of South Glens Falls building and zoning permit must complete and submit this application before work begins.

Why it needs a notary

The application carries an owner affidavit with a sworn-to-before-me jurat; the owner or owner's agent, architect, or contractor signs the affidavit before the notary.

How to get this notarized

  1. 1

    Download the Application

    Get the Building and Zoning Permit Application from the Village of South Glens Falls.

  2. 2

    Complete the Form

    Fill in the property, applicant, proposed-work, building, and zoning details, and prepare the required plot plan.

  3. 3

    Book an Online Notary

    Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary for the affidavit.

  4. 4

    Sign on Video

    Take the oath and sign the affidavit during the video session as directed by the notary.

  5. 5

    Submit to the Village

    Submit the notarized application and required materials to the Village of South Glens Falls Building and Zoning Department.

Preview the form

The blank PDF straight from South Glens Falls. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.

Open in new tab
Info

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 the permit application notarized online?
Complete the application, then book a session with a commissioned online notary. Sign the affidavit during the video session when directed, and submit the notarized application and required materials to the Village.
Do I need to sign the affidavit in front of a notary?
Yes. The application includes a sworn-to-before-me jurat. The person signing the affidavit must take the oath and sign before the notary.
Can I use an online notary for this New York form?
New York authorizes its notaries to perform remote online notarizations. Use a commissioned online notary, and confirm with the city, town or village if unsure whether it will accept your remotely notarized application.
What should I submit with the application?
The form says a plot plan must be prepared and submitted, showing buildings and setbacks, among other details. Check with the Village Building and Zoning Department about any additional submission requirements.

Ready to notarize your Building and Zoning Permit Application?

Drop your email below — we’ll hand you straight to a licensed notary in the next session.