745 Main Street, P.O. Box 69, Room 306
Niagara Falls, NY 14302
Telephone: (716) 286-4450
Fax Number: (716) 286-4454

Hours: Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Including Noon Hour

BUILDING INSPECTIONS STAFF

MISSION STATEMENT

As a Building Inspections Department, our primary objective and duty is to protect the public safety through the enforcement of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code together with all local codes and ordinances.

It is our duty and responsibility to assist the residents of the municipality in their efforts to comply with all codes and ordinances pursuant to the following: new construction residential remodeling and additions.

The Building Inspections Department shall assist persons interested in commercial and/or industrial development. This Department shall address new construction, additions, and renovation of commercial/industrial parcels.

The Building Inspections Department considers it our duty and responsibility to assist all persons in their efforts to comply with building codes and local statutes in a courteous, efficient and professional manner.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Issuance of building, sign, plumbing and electrical permits.
• Review of plot plans and surveys pursuant to zoning compliance.
• Response to complaints.
• Assist applicants with regard to Zoning Board of Appeals review.
• Building plan review for new construction, additions, and remodeling.
• Issuance of Certificates of Compliance, Occupancy and Capacity.
• Issuance of zoning compliance letters and related correspondence.
• Registration of home improvement, electrical, plumbing and mechanical contractors.

The Building Inspections Department welcomes your call should there be questions.

The most frequently asked question of the Building Inspections Department:

Question: When is a building permit required?

Response: A building permit is required in most instances for all work exclusive of painting and general cosmetic improvements. Additionally, in your best interests you are advised to contact the Building Inspections Department should you be contemplating improvements to your building/structure.

ONLINE INSPECTIONS DOCUMENTATION

Accessory Buildings

Certification Form - Demolish

Certification Form - Roofing or Siding

Demolition Permit Procedure

Fence Requirements

Application for Home Improvement Registration Certificate

Home Improvement Contractor Application Requirements

New Home Construction Requirements for Building Permit

Residential Requirements for Additions

Permit Fee Schedule

Procedure for Property Resubdivision

Swimming Pool Requirements

Plumbing Permit

Electrical Permit

Fire Alarm Permit

Mechanical Permit

Fax Permit Form