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Building Inspection and Code Enforcement

Building Inspection and Code Enforcement Services for the Village of Hamburg are provided by the Town of Hamburg Building Inspection Department located at 6100 South Park Avenue, Hamburg, NY 14075.  The Department can be contacted at (716)-649-6111 extension 2210 or by fax at (716)-646-1967.

Unified Solar Permitting Process

The Village of Hamburg has adopted the NYS Unified Solar Permitting process. For those who are interested in deploying solar on their property refer to the Unified Solar Permit Application the Understanding Solar PV Permitting and Inspecting in New York State guidebook (links below). Please note that all permits issued for solar are processed through the Town of Hamburg Building Department. 

Report Vacant/Abandoned “Zombie” Properties

The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) has established a hotline for residents to report vacant/abandoned properties in your neighborhood.  The number is 800-342-3736.  A newly adopted State Law provides DFS with the authority to require the bank or mortgage holder to inspect, secure and maintain a property that is determined to be vacant and abandoned or face a penalty of up to $500 per day for each day the violation exists.

Zombie Properties Information
Zombie Properties Complaint Form
UNIFIED SOLAR PERMIT
Understanding-Solar-PV-Permitting-Inspecting.pdf
Navigating_Permit_Process_for_Village_Business_Owners(1).pdf

How To Obtain a Building Permit

 TO OBTAIN A BUILDING PERMIT YOU MUST SUPPLY:

  1. Copy of your property survey (faxed or reduced copies will NOT be accepted) 
     
  2. A detailed plan along with a material list or contractors estimate (whichever applies to your proposed project)

 3. Contractors/workman's compensation insurance - if exempt a waiver from the compensation board

Cash, check, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, and Visa
are accepted by the Town Clerk as payment.

Permits must be obtained for building activity including but not limited to: residential additions, structural alterations, garages, sheds, fence, pools, decks, satellite dishes (over 18, plumbing and electrical work. In most cases a permit is required for replacement of the above items.

Services, Permits, and Forms

The Town of Hamburg Building Inspection/ Code Enforcement office enforces the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and the Village of Hamburg Zoning Code.

Reviews plans for building permits to ensure the plans, specifications and any other information that may be required is in compliance with all codes before issuing the proper permits 

Performs inspections on all building permits to ensure compliance with proper codes.

Addresses complaints and alleged violations for validity and resolution per zoning codes and property maintenance compliance, if  there is a violation and it is not corrected we will bring the property owner into court and the judge will decide the final disposition.

Conducts fire inspections on commercial building and multiple unit apartment buildings to verify all smoke detectors and exit signs are functioning properly, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and fire suppression systems are inspected and exit ways are clear of debris.

Receives and maintains storm water pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) reports for private subdivisions and commercial construction.