Building & Code Enforcement

PLEASE BE ADVISED that starting October 1st, 2023 all permits for the Village of Orchard Park that are acquired after work has been started will be charged a $500 fee (paid by the homeowner). This includes all permits listed in our fee schedule.

If you are having work done in the Village of Orchard Park, please ensure you have a permit on file before starting work. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our office at 716-662-9327.

Village Building Permit Applications and Forms

 

A Building Permit is required for, but not limited to, the following …

  • Notice of Fee if work begins PRIOR to obtaining appropriate permit
  • For all new construction, remodeling or additions
  • When a repair to an existing building is required
  • When a repair affects the structure of an existing building
  • When an electrical circuit is installed or extended
  • When a generator is installed
  • When remodeling involves the removal or relocation of walls; or affects the structure of a building
  • When a solid fuel device or natural gas insert, such as a wood burning stove or fireplace is installed or repaired
  • When the use of a building is changed (e.g., a retail store to a doctor’s office…)
  • When the required fire safety features in an existing building are affected by repairs, remodeling or alterations
  • For a deck, shed, fence, pool, sign or newly paved surfaces
  • A Building Permit is required if the roof structure requires replacement or repairs

A Plumbing Permit is required …