What information does the application ask for?

It asks for owner and property details, a building description, floor use and occupancy information, and zoning case details. It also lists approval items and supporting documents.

Do I need a notary for the Certificate of Occupancy Application?

No. The application has signature lines but no notary block. It lists an affidavit of final cost among approval items but does not state that it must be notarized or sworn.

How do I submit the Certificate of Occupancy Application?

Submit it to the Yonkers Department of Housing and Buildings, 20 South Broadway, 3rd Floor, Yonkers, NY 10701.

Yonkers, NY · Westchester County

No notary required

Certificate of Occupancy Application

Owners or authorized agents use this application to request a Certificate of Occupancy for a newly constructed building, an altered or expanded building, or an existing building or premises.

What this form is

This application requests a Certificate of Occupancy from the Yonkers Department of Housing and Buildings. It covers newly constructed buildings, alterations or additions to existing buildings, and existing buildings or premises. Applicants provide property and building details, floor uses and occupancy information, and applicable zoning case details; the form also lists approvals and supporting items for the application.

Who needs it

An owner or authorized agent applying for a Certificate of Occupancy for a building or premises in Yonkers should complete this application.

How to submit it

Submit the application to the Yonkers Department of Housing and Buildings at 20 South Broadway, 3rd Floor, Yonkers, NY 10701.

About notarization

This application is signed without a notary; the form lists an affidavit of final cost among its approval items but does not say it must be notarized or sworn.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Certificate of Occupancy Application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Enter the owner and property details, building description, floor uses and occupancy information, and any zoning case details.
3
Gather Approval Items
Review the approval list and gather applicable items, such as final surveys, certifications, inspection reports, and department approvals.
4
Submit To The Department
Submit the application to the Yonkers Department of Housing and Buildings at 20 South Broadway, 3rd Floor, Yonkers, NY 10701.

Frequently asked questions

Who uses the Certificate of Occupancy Application?: An owner or authorized agent can use this application to request a Certificate of Occupancy for a newly constructed building, an altered or expanded building, or an existing premises.
What information does the application ask for?: It asks for owner and property details, a building description, floor use and occupancy information, and zoning case details. It also lists approval items and supporting documents.
Do I need a notary for the Certificate of Occupancy Application?: No. The application has signature lines but no notary block. It lists an affidavit of final cost among approval items but does not state that it must be notarized or sworn.
How do I submit the Certificate of Occupancy Application?: Submit it to the Yonkers Department of Housing and Buildings, 20 South Broadway, 3rd Floor, Yonkers, NY 10701.

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