The Code Enforcement Officer issues building permits, inspects construction and enforces the New York State building and fire codes and the town Zoning Law.
Do I need a permit?
You need a building permit for:
- New homes, additions and garages
- Sheds and accessory buildings over 144 square feet
- Decks more than 30 inches above the ground
- Swimming pools deeper than 24 inches
- Woodstoves, solar panels and changes to plumbing or structure
You do not need a permit for roofing, siding, painting, flooring or kitchen cabinets.
How to apply
- Fill out the building permit application.
- Include a plot plan showing distances to property lines and two sets of plans.
- Drop it off at Town Hall or mail it. Most permits are issued within ten business days.
Zoning questions
If your project needs a variance or site plan review, the Code Enforcement Officer will refer it to the Zoning Board of Appeals or the Planning Board.
Forms and zoning
Forms and permits
- Building permit application · 2026
For new construction, additions, garages, decks over 30 inches high, pools and solar panels. - Dog license application · 2026
Every dog four months and older must be licensed. Bring proof of rabies vaccination. - Highway work permit (driveway or culvert) · 2026
Needed before any work in a town road right-of-way, including new driveways. - Records request form (FOIL) · 2026
Use this form to request town records under the Freedom of Information Law. - Special event permit · 2026
For gatherings of more than 100 people on town property or roads. - Transfer station permit application · 2026
A yearly permit for town residents and property owners.
Zoning
- Zoning Law (as amended) · 2024
The town's zoning rules, with all amendments to date. - Zoning map · 2024
Shows the zoning district for every parcel in town.
See these in the document library
Need a document in another format, such as large print? Contact the Town Clerk at (555) 555-0141 or clerk@maplehollowny.example.