Building Department
Contact Info
Email:
Town of Greenfield
P.O. Box 10
Greenfield Center, NY 12833
Hours
- Monday – Fridays
8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Please note that effective 5/30/23, all inspection requests must be made 48 hours in advance. Please bear with us as we catch up and make improvements to our process. Thank you.
Justin Reckner
Building Inspector/Zoning Administrator
Cory Burda
The Town of Greenfield Building Department provides the administration of laws, codes and ordinances relating to building construction. This team reviews all plans, issues permits and provides inspections for all types of building projects including (but not limited to) such things as: new construction, additions, structural changes, signs, decks, fences, finished basements, alterations, conversions, swimming pools, demolition, roofing, siding, and new windows/doors, and more.
A member of our Building Department also serves as Stormwater Management Officer and Zoning Administrator.
We are happy to help you. If you have questions about when permits are required or about the building process, please do not hesitate to call us at the numbers above or email us.
Building Department Information Links
Current News and Information
Building Permit Application Information
Please know that there are very few instances when a Building Permit is NOT required namely general maintenance or simple repairs. If in doubt, call or email to be sure. For general information read this.
Application Checklist—Please note we are happy to go through this list with you to review your project and help you identify which items you will be required to complete. Please call us to schedule a phone conference or make an appointment during business hours.
A building permit may be filled out online and emailed to building@greenfieldny.org. Please make sure to bring in the necessary paperwork and plans. The building permit is here.
Call the Building Department to learn more about the process and associated fees.
Please Note
- Only COMPLETE applications will be reviewed by our office.
- All building permit application fees will be calculated during application review and will be due upon issuing the permit.
- Applications are reviewed in the order in which they are received by date order.
All applications that are submitted will be reviewed and if they are deemed to be complete and code compliant they will be approved. A member of our staff will contact you with the application fee at which time you may pay by cash or check made out to the Town of Greenfield, NY to receive your building permit.
Upon Receiving Your Permit
- Place the Building Permit in a highly visible and conspicuous location with the building plans stamped by our Building Code Official for review upon inspections.
- Be sure to call with at least 48-hour notice for ALL required inspections.
- If there are ANY changes to the scope of work, plans or original submitted documentation then a revision submittal must be submitted, reviewed and approved prior to the commencement of ANY change.
- Keep your building permit active by renewing before the expiration date.
Building Permit Fees
Here is a list of current fees:
Building_Department_Permit_Fees
Fees can be subject to change, depending on situation. Call the Building Department for more info.
Forms
If you have questions or are unsure about which form you need, we urge you to call us at (518) 893-7432 x304. Building permit applications must be picked up at Town Hall.
Property or Roadside Digging (U Dig NY)
U Dig NY
If you need to dig anywhere on your property or near the roadside always call or click before you dig. Visit the U Dig NY website, for more information and easy links to get the information you need to stay safe. It is your responsibility.
Call 811 by telephone or visit udigny.org.
Stormwater Management
Please know that there are very few instances when a Building Permit is NOT required namely general maintenance or simple repairs. If in doubt, call or email to be sure.
Application Checklist—Please note we are happy to go through this list with you to review your project and help you identify which items you will be required to complete. Please call us to schedule a phone conference or make an appointment during business hours.
Click here to view a Sample Building Permit.
Call the Building Department to learn more about the process and associated fees.
Please Note
- Only COMPLETE applications will be reviewed by our office.
- All building permit application fees will be calculated during application review and will be due upon issuing the permit.
- Applications are reviewed in the order in which they are received by date order.
All applications that are submitted will be reviewed and if they are deemed to be complete and code compliant they will be approved. A member of our staff will contact you with the application fee at which time you may pay by cash or check made out to the Town of Greenfield, NY to receive your building permit.
Upon Receiving Your Permit
- Place the Building Permit in a highly visible and conspicuous location with the building plans stamped by our Building Code Official for review upon inspections.
- Be sure to call with at least 48-hour notice for ALL required inspections.
- If there are ANY changes to the scope of work, plans or original submitted documentation then a revision submittal must be submitted, reviewed and approved prior to the commencement of ANY change.
- Keep your building permit active by renewing before the expiration date.
Stormwater Drainage Information
As of March 10, 2003, the Town of Greenfield has been required to participate in a Federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) mandated program for Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4). The purpose of this program is to control the inflow of pollutants into the town’s storm sewers and drainage ditches. Products such as oil, antifreeze, liter, animal wastes, fertilizer, pesticides and sediment for erosion can be washed into the storm drain system during rain storms or by melting snow. Eventually this untreated stormwater flows into our streams and lakes and can impact water quality.
The MS4 program contains six techniques designed to reduce these “non-point sources” of water pollution. Two of these measures include public education and public participation. It is important that all of us recognize our role in protecting the environment. Steps that can be taken to protect water quality include:
- Never dump automotive waste materials or used household products into a storm drain, anywhere on the ground or in a basement sump pump
- Make an effort to buy environmentally friendly household products
- Always use household and lawn care products in accordance with instructions
- Be conscious of what lies “downstream” when washing cars or applying lawn care products
- Avoid long term exposure of uncovered soil stockpiles, establish vegetation to prevent erosion
- Clean up pet waste and dispose in a method that will prevent introduction into storm sewers or ditches
For more information, please visit: dec.ny.gov
For permit assistance and guidance related to stormwater management, please contact our Building Department.
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Town Hall Address
7 Wilton Road
Greenfield Center, NY 12833
Town Hall Hours
Monday – Thursday: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Please check department pages for hours by department.
Contact Info
Mailing Address
PO Box 10
Greenfield Center, NY 12833