Instructions for filing the Building Permit Application

  1. This application must be completely filled in by typewriter or in ink and submitted in triplicate to the Superintendent of Buildings

  1. Plot plan showing location of lot and of building on premises, relationship to adjoining premises or public streets or areas, and giving a detailed description of layout of property must be drawn on the diagram which is part of this application.

  1. This application must be accompanied by two complete sets of plans showing proposed construction and two complete sets of specifications.  Plans and specifications shall describe the nature of the work to be performed, the materials and equipment to be used and installed and details of the structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing installations. 

  1. The work covered by this application may not be commenced before the issuance of Building Permit.

  1. Upon approval of this application, the Building Department will issue a Building Permit to the applicant together with approved, duplicate set of plans and specifications.  Such permit and approved plans and specifications shall be kept in the premises available for inspection throughout the progress of the work. 

  1. No building shall be occupied or used in whole or in part for any purpose whatever until a Certificate of Occupancy shall have been grated by the Building Department.

 

  1. Costs for the work described in the Application for Building Permit include the cost of all of the construction and other word done in connection therewith, exclusive of the cost of the land. 

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