Do I need a notary for the Committee for Historic Preservation Demolition Application?

No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. A separate sworn affidavit is required if someone other than the owner or contract vendee appears on their behalf.

How do I submit the demolition application?

Submit it to the Building Department at 1001 Post Rd, Scarsdale, NY 10583, with the $650 fee. Upload proof of neighbor mailings and a copy of the notice letter to Dropbox at least 10 days before the meeting.

What attachments are required?

The application instructions call for eight sets of photos, eight copies of a tax map with the parcel highlighted, and, when the homeowner is not the applicant, a deed copy or permission letter.

Is a permit required before demolition work starts?

Yes. The application states that a permit is required before starting any work. New construction after demolition requires a separate building permit.

Scarsdale, NY · Westchester County

No notary required

Committee for Historic Preservation Demolition Application

Scarsdale property owners or their representatives use this application to request Committee for Historic Preservation review of a complete or partial demolition.

What this form is

This application requests a determination of historical significance before demolition work begins. It asks for the project address, demolition scope, work description, applicant and property team details, and historical information about the building. Submit eight completed applications with the required photo sets and highlighted tax maps; the application fee is due at submission. A permit is required before work starts.

Who needs it

Property owners or their representatives seeking Committee for Historic Preservation review of a proposed complete or partial demolition need this application.

How to submit it

Submit the application to the Building Department, 1001 Post Rd, Scarsdale, NY 10583, with the $650 application fee due at submission. The form also requires proof of neighbor mailings and a copy of the notice letter uploaded to Dropbox at least 10 days before the meeting.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; if someone other than the owner or contract vendee appears for them, the form requires a separate sworn authorization affidavit.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Committee for Historic Preservation Demolition Application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Provide the project and demolition details, applicant and property team information, and the building’s historical information; sign and date the certification.
3
Gather Required Attachments
Prepare eight photo sets and eight highlighted tax map copies. Include a deed copy or homeowner permission letter when the homeowner is not the applicant.
4
Submit To The Building Department
Submit eight completed applications and the $650 fee to the Building Department at 1001 Post Rd. Upload proof of neighbor mailings and the notice letter to Dropbox.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Committee for Historic Preservation Demolition Application?: No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. A separate sworn affidavit is required if someone other than the owner or contract vendee appears on their behalf.
How do I submit the demolition application?: Submit it to the Building Department at 1001 Post Rd, Scarsdale, NY 10583, with the $650 fee. Upload proof of neighbor mailings and a copy of the notice letter to Dropbox at least 10 days before the meeting.
What attachments are required?: The application instructions call for eight sets of photos, eight copies of a tax map with the parcel highlighted, and, when the homeowner is not the applicant, a deed copy or permission letter.
Is a permit required before demolition work starts?: Yes. The application states that a permit is required before starting any work. New construction after demolition requires a separate building permit.

Need something notarized?

This Committee for Historic Preservation Demolition Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Scarsdale form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.