It’s the law! The Village of Port Jefferson Building Department is responsible for the administration and enforcement of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and Village Code. A Building Permit is required for New Homes, Additions, Alterations, Manufactured Homes, and certain Accessory Structures. Prior to beginning ANY work on your property please contact the building Department to determine whether your scope of work requires a permit.

The following lists the most commonly required information for a Building Permit.  Many requirements are project specific and applicants are encouraged to review all information listed with the Permit Application.

• Completed Building Permit Application (4 copies)
• Survey indicating work to be done (4 copies)
• Signed and sealed construction drawings (4 copies)
• S.C.H.D. approval (if required)
• Evidence of ownership (tax bill or tax item number)
• Proof of insurance and license for all contractors

Certificate of Occupancy or Certificate of Existing Use for dwelling and additions to property and original structure .

• Proof that all plumbers and electricians are licensed by Suffolk County NYSDS business license for all fire alarm installers
• Fee ($200.00 minimum or 0.5% construction cost)

The date of expiration is printed on your Building Permit as well as instructions for renewing your permit in a timely manner.

Call Planning Staff at (631) 473-4744 and staff will be happy to come to your home and assess whether the scope of your work requires such a permit.   Refer to Village code section 241 for details on the Tree Clearing and Grading code.

Please feel free to call the Building Department with any questions regarding proposed work on your property or a permit. Staff can be reached at (631) 473-4744.