Village of Southampton, NY · Suffolk County
Building Permit Application
This application requests a building permit for construction, additions, alterations, or demolition in the Village of Southampton and is filed with the Village Building Department by the owner or authorized agent.
- 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
Use this application to describe the property and proposed work, provide project and construction-cost details, and apply to the Village Building Inspector for a permit. The form includes a sworn statement from the owner’s agent and a checklist of supporting materials, which may include plans, surveys, insurance certificates, and approvals. The Village says applications must be complete and accompanied by the fee; do not begin construction until you have a permit and the required sign is posted.
Who needs it
An owner or authorized agent proposing construction, an addition, an alteration, or demolition in the Village of Southampton should complete and file this application.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes a jurat with “Sworn to before me”; the agent for the owner signs the sworn statement before a notary, and the owner or agent signs the application.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Get the Building Permit Application from the Village of Southampton and review its instructions and checklist.
- 2
Fill In The Form
Provide property, owner or agent, contractor, project, and estimated-cost details; prepare the required supporting materials.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange a session with a commissioned online notary for the sworn agent statement.
- 4
Sign On Video
The owner’s agent signs the sworn statement during the online notarization session and completes any other required signatures.
- 5
Submit To The Village
Deliver the completed application, required supporting documents, and fee to the Village Building Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Village of Southampton. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
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 notarize the sworn statement on this application?
- Complete the application and have the owner’s agent sign the sworn statement before a commissioned online notary. The form’s jurat says “Sworn to before me.”
- Do I need an owner authorization letter?
- The application checklist says an agent letter is needed when necessary, and the form separately notes “Need Owner Authorization Letter.” Check with the Village about what applies to your filing.
- Can I use online notarization for this form?
- New York authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary. Confirm with the Village that your completed application and supporting documents meet its filing requirements.
- What should I submit with the application?
- The checklist calls for checked items delivered together, including the completed application, cost computation, disclosure affidavit, drawings, survey, and other items when required. Confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.
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Planning Board Affidavit of Posting
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Building Permit Application in other Suffolk County cities
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