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TOWN
GOVERNMENT:
BUILDING & ZONING / FAQs
How
do I apply for a building permit?
Permit
applications are available in the York Town Hall or you
can download an application. (Click
here for application.)
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(1) COMPLETED copy of this application are to be written
in ink or typewritten and submitted to the Code Enforcement
Office. Any application that is missing information will
be denied by the Code Enforcement Office.
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A Plot Plan showing location of the lot and of the buildings
on the premises, relation to public streets or areas and
to adjoining premises, giving a DETAILED description of
the layout of the property must be drawn on a diagram
which is part of the permit application.
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One set of STAMPED architectural drawings must be submitted
for any new construction, addition, or residential dwelling.
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All required proofs of insurance must accompany your application.
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The work to be covered by this application shall not be
commenced before the issuance of a building permit.
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Upon approval of this application, a Building Permit will
be issued and one (1) set of the plans will be returned
to the applicant. The Permit is to be posted in a conspicuous
location on the property and the plans must be kept on
site for review at all times.
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NO building shall be occupied or used in whole or in part
for any purpose until a Certificate of Occupancy is granted
by the Code Enforcement Office.
In a
brief amount of time, the code official will review your
plans and determine if your project is in compliance with
local requirements. If your plans meet these requirements.
a permit is issued. If not, the code official may suggest
solutions to help correct the problem.
What kind of work does not require a building permit?
Examples
of work that usually do not require a building permit include:
replacing a window or door with another in the same location
and with the same size wall opening; replacing electrical
or plumbing fixtures in the same location; painting, wallpapering
and carpeting; replacing of roofing shingles that does not
involve replacement of the sheathing or underlying structure;
new siding; sidewalks and driveways.
If in
doubt, a simple call to the Building & Zoning Department
can answer any questions you may have. We can be reached
at 245.2687.
What happens after a building permit is issued?
On-site
inspections will be required to make certain the work conforms
to the permit, local codes and plans. Again you will have
access to the expertise of the code official to help you
with questions or concerns regarding the project and to
ward off any costly mistakes. The code official will let
you know approximately how many inspections may be needed
for your project. Usually a one or two day notice is needed
when requesting visits.
When
construction is completed and a final inspection is made
the Code Enforcement Officer will issue a Certificate of
Occupancy, which is your official documentation that you
have met all the permit requirements.
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