Building a Safer, Stronger Community – One Permit at a Time
The Village Building Department is the cornerstone of responsible growth and safe construction in our community. We are committed to maintaining the integrity, safety, and beauty of the Village by regulating and supporting all building-related activities — from small home improvements to major commercial developments. We enforce the Village Zoning Ordinance as well as the current editions of the New York State Codes. If you are unsure whether your project requires a permit or not, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Here’s how we serve residents, property owners, and contractors:
🔨 Permit Processing & Issuance
Every project starts here. Whether you’re replacing a roof, installing a fence, running new plumbing or replacement of existing plumbing fixtures in kind, placing a dumpster, performing electrical work or opening the street for utility work — a permit ensures the job is done safely and up to code. Our streamlined process makes it easier to get your project off the ground. [Find all applications in our Forms Library].
🛡️ Contractor Insurance Certification
To protect property owners and the public, all contractors working in the Village must provide current, valid insurance. We ensure these certifications are properly filed and maintained — because safety begins before the first nail is hammered. [See Samples]
📐 Plan Reviews (Residential & Commercial)
Before any construction begins, our expert staff reviews architectural and engineering plans to ensure they comply with state and local regulations. This helps prevent costly mistakes and ensures that all buildings are structurally sound, safe, and aligned with community standards.
📁 Building File & Record Maintenance
We maintain comprehensive records for every permitted project in the Village — a valuable resource for homeowners, buyers, real estate professionals, and municipal planning. To View Records in accordance with Freedom Of Information Law (F.O.I.L); please submit a [F.O.I.L.] form to access records.
🏛️ Building & Zoning Code Compliance
Our team enforces local ordinances to ensure every structure meets health, safety, and zoning standards. This protects property values, preserves neighborhood character, and contributes to a well-functioning, livable community.
🏠 Rental Property Registration
To support high-quality housing and fair oversight, all rental properties must be registered with the Village. This helps ensure landlords are compliant with safety regulations and that tenants have access to secure, properly maintained homes.
🚫 Illegal Occupancy Investigations
We actively investigate reports of unauthorized or unsafe living conditions. Our goal is to protect residents, preserve housing standards, and take swift action where violations are found.
At the heart of everything we do is a simple mission:
To create a safe, sustainable, and thriving community — one building at a time.
Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8:45 AM – 4:15 PM
Telephone: (516) 354-0022 Fax: (516) 354-6004 (E) Building@villagenhpny.gov
Contact Us:
Superintendent of Buildings: Binu Pillay – Binu@villagenhpny.gov
Building Admin. Asst.: Jeimy Romano – BuildingAdmin@villagenhpny.gov
Building Inspector: Paul Pesale – Paul@villagenhpny.gov
Building & Parking Code Enforcement: Code@villagenhpny.gov
Village Fees
Please verify current fee schedule with the Building Department.
Future Online Permit Portal: (Coming Soon!) https://newhydepark.portal.iworq.net/NEWHYDEPARK/permits/600