Lake George, NY · Warren County
Floodplain Development Permit Application
Property owners and project applicants use this application to request review of proposed development in a floodplain and provide project and site details.
What this form is
The application requests review of proposed floodplain development before work begins; it states that development cannot be used or occupied until a Certificate of Compliance is issued. Applicants provide contact information, the project location, work description, and estimated cost. The Local Administrator may require supporting plans, elevation information, or certifications, and the form includes sections for permit determination, as-built elevations, inspections, and compliance.
Who needs it
Applicants proposing structural or other development activities in a floodplain use this form to seek review by the Local Administrator.
How to submit it
Complete the applicant sections, fill out the form in duplicate, and submit it to the Local Administrator for review. The form states a designated $100 fee may apply if the permit is issued.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated by the applicant without a notary; floodproofed structures require engineer or architect certification, not notarization.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Floodplain Development Permit Application PDF.
- 2
Complete Applicant Sections
Fill in the applicant and proposed development sections, including the project location and description of work.
- 3
Gather Required Attachments
Check for supporting documents required by the Local Administrator, such as plans, elevation information, or certifications.
- 4
Submit To The Local Administrator
Prepare the form in duplicate and submit it to the Local Administrator for review.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Floodplain Development Permit Application for?
- It requests review of proposed development in a floodplain and collects applicant, project location, work description, and cost information.
- Do I need a notary for the Floodplain Development Permit Application?
- No. The applicant signs and dates the application without a notary. Floodproofed structures require engineer or architect certification.
- How do I submit the Floodplain Development Permit Application?
- Complete the applicant sections, prepare the form in duplicate, and submit it to the Local Administrator for review. A designated $100 fee may apply if the permit is issued.
- What supporting documents might be required?
- The Local Administrator may require items such as a site plan, development plans, an Elevation Certificate, topographic information, or professional certifications.