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Mount Vernon, NY 10550
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Whose ultimate responsibility is it to obtain a permit, the owner or the contractor?

Joe Acampora

The owner is ultimately responsible to obtain a permit. The owner may designate a contractor to file for a permit on his behalf after the owner has signed and the letter is notarized.

FAQ

Can a tank be abandoned in place or do I have to remove it?

Can I still work while the permit is being processed?

Do I need a permit for Swimming Pool?

Do I need a plumbing permit for a (OIL-FIRED AND GAS-FIRED) boiler?

How do I file an anonymous complaint?

How do I get a permit?

How long is the permit good for?

How long will it take to receive a permit?

How many layers of roofing are permitted on a one or two family dwelling?

How much does a permit cost?

How to avoid unnecessary Plan Objections?

How to file for a change of use?

I am having new siding put on my house, do I need a permit?

If I have a current building permit, why should I have to file for an additional permit to erect a wall sign?

I have been working/living in Mount Vernon for years, since when do I need a permit?

I intend on putting up a fence on my property; do I need a permit?

I intend to put a shed on my property, do I need permit?

I need to find out in what Zoning District my property/house is located?

I need to get a Certificate of Occupancy for my one or two family home, what do I do?

I need to see if I have a copy of a Certificate of Occupancy or a Survey for my property. Where do I look for this?

Is a plumbing permit needed to clean out sewers and drains?

Is a plumbing permit needed to install a gas fired hot water heater?

I want to build a deck. Do I need a permit?

I want to install a patio in my yard, do I need a permit?

I will be replacing the roof on my house, do I need a permit?

The Landlord has not made any repairs in my apartment so I am withholding the rent?

The Landlord is not providing adequate heat in my apartment. What do I do?

What actions would be taken if a landlord/owner/tenant refuses to allow an inspector access to investigate a complaint?

What codes does the City of Mount Vernon use?

What is a Certificate of Occupancy?

What is a certificate of tenancy? When is it required?

What is a Survey?

What is a task force inspection?

What is a vacancy inspection? When is it required?

What is the difference between a deck and a patio?

What is the largest penalty ever assessed a property owner by the courts for code violations in the City of Mount Vernon?

What type of work do I need a permit for?

Where is the Department of Buildings located, what are the normal business hours and can I come in or talk to someone on the phone?

Whose ultimate responsibility is it to obtain a permit, the owner or the contractor?

Why can’t I park as many cars and trucks on my private property as I want?

Why does it take so long for a permit?

Why do I have to get a Certificate of Occupancy if my house was built in 1932 when Certificate of Occupancies were not required?

Why do I need a licensed Electrician or Plumber?

Why do I need a permit, drawings and a survey to fix a wall that came down?

Why do I need permits from the Department of Buildings?

Why do I need plans?

Why do I need to file a building permit to erect a fence?

Why do the good side of the fence have to face the neighbors?

Why should I have to file for a permit when I am making home improvements to my personal property?

Why should I insure the City of Mount Vernon when filing for permits?