What must be submitted to obtain a permit to erect, alter or add to a building and how long does it take to get the permit?
A simple, one page (actually ½ page) application (no copies are necessary), and two sets of plans. In accordance with NYS Education Law, for all new construction and additions as well as for any Change of Use, or any change involving life safety, at least one set of the plans must bear the original seal and signature of a NYS licensed design professional (architect or engineer). Any alterations that involve anything of a structural nature must also include a signed & sealed set of plans. If an alteration involves only non-structural work, such as moving or adding partitions or new display racks, then “contractor” prepared plans, drawn to scale and listing all the pertinent information, such as type of finish on the walls and what they are built of, are acceptable. If the permit is for new construction or additions, then we must have an approved site plan on file. After submission of the application and plans, the review will take approximately one week or less. Depending on the complex
