Madrid, NY · St. Lawrence County
Building Permit Application
Property owners and contractors use this application to request a permit before constructing, altering, demolishing, or changing the use of a building in Madrid.
What this form is
The application requests a building permit for construction, alterations, demolition, repairs, and changes of use. The form says a permit must be issued before work begins and asks for property, contractor, project, construction, and plot-plan information. Applicants must include the required plans and workers’ compensation proof or exemption when applicable; the application is reviewed for compliance with building codes, zoning regulations, and local laws.
Who needs it
Property owners or contractors planning construction, structural alterations, demolition, repairs, or a change of building use in Madrid need this application.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This application is signed without a notary; its workers’ compensation exemption affidavit is certified under penalty of perjury and signed and dated by the homeowner.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Building Permit Application and read its instructions before completing it.
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Complete and Sign the Form
Provide the property, contractor, project, construction, and plot-plan information requested, then sign the application.
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Gather Required Attachments
Include the required line drawing or schematic and site plan, plans when required, and workers’ compensation proof or exemption when applicable.
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Submit to the City
Return the signed application to the office with the appropriate fee. Check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Building Permit Application?
- No. The application is signed without a notary. Its workers’ compensation exemption affidavit is certified under penalty of perjury and signed and dated by the homeowner.
- How do I submit the Building Permit Application?
- The instructions say to return the signed application to the office with the appropriate fee. Check the city website for current contact details.
- What plans should accompany the application?
- A line drawing or schematic and site plan must accompany the application as required by building codes. The form also lists plot-plan details and other project information to provide.
Need something notarized?
This Building Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Madrid form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.