Do I need a notary for the Building Permit Application?

No. This document does not require notarization, and it mentions no notarized or sworn attachment; the signer just signs and dates it.

How do I submit the Building Permit Application?

Submit the application in triplicate to the Zoning Inspector. Include three complete sets of plans and specifications as described on the form.

What plans and specifications are required?

The form calls for three complete sets of plans and three complete sets of specifications describing the proposed work, materials, equipment, and relevant construction details.

Can construction begin before the permit is issued?

No. The form states that work covered by the application may not begin before the Building and Zoning Permit is issued.

Waterford, NY · Saratoga County

No notary required

Building Permit Application

This page of the building permit application provides plot-plan instructions and tells property owners what plans and specifications to submit for proposed construction.

What this form is

This page explains the plot-plan details and supporting documents required with a building permit application, including three complete sets of plans and specifications. The application must be submitted in triplicate to the Zoning Inspector, and the work cannot begin before a Building and Zoning Permit is issued. It also describes the approval process for changes to approved plans.

Who needs it

Property owners applying for a building permit for proposed construction need to provide the plot plan, plans, and specifications described on this page.

How to submit it

Submit the application in triplicate to the Zoning Inspector with three complete sets of plans and specifications, as stated on the form.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; it mentions no notarized or sworn attachment, so the signer just signs and dates it.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Building Permit Application page and review its plot-plan instructions.
2
Prepare The Plot Plan
Show buildings, setbacks, lot and block information, easements, street names, and other details requested on the form.
3
Gather Plans And Specifications
Prepare three complete sets of plans and three complete sets of specifications describing the proposed work.
4
Submit To The Zoning Inspector
Submit the application in triplicate with the required plans and specifications to the Zoning Inspector.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Building Permit Application?: No. This document does not require notarization, and it mentions no notarized or sworn attachment; the signer just signs and dates it.
How do I submit the Building Permit Application?: Submit the application in triplicate to the Zoning Inspector. Include three complete sets of plans and specifications as described on the form.
What plans and specifications are required?: The form calls for three complete sets of plans and three complete sets of specifications describing the proposed work, materials, equipment, and relevant construction details.
Can construction begin before the permit is issued?: No. The form states that work covered by the application may not begin before the Building and Zoning Permit is issued.

Need something notarized?

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