Village of
Ocean Beach
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P.O. Box 457
Ocean Beach, NY 11770
(631) 583-5940
www.villageofoceanbeach.org
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If the Applicant IS NOT the Property Owner, you MUST submit a notarized copy of the application to the Building Services Department.
A copy of the application will be emailed to you upon submission of this online application.

A notarized copy of the application is not required if the applicant IS the Property Owner.

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If the Property Owner will be performing the work being applied for then a BP-1 Form must be filled out and submitted to the Building Services Department in addition to this application

If a Contractor will be performing the work being applied for, a copy of the Contractor's License must be submitted to the Building Services Department with this application, as well as active insurance policies for liability, disability and workman's comp insurances with the village named as the additionally insured and any additional relative documents; construction plans, surveys, third party agency permits etc. Failure to do so will result in the application being denied and the application having to be resubmitted.

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Commercial District: All new structures, alterations, change of use and/or exterior construction is subject to Planning and/or Architectural Review Board review and approval by the Board of Trustees, as per article V of the Inc. Village of Ocean Beach zoning law.

Dune District: Any expansion of any structure with in the Dune District is subject to approval by the Zoning Board of Appeals and Fire Island National Seashore, as per Article VII of the Inc. Village of Ocean Beach zoning law.

Bayfront Recreation District: No building, structure, premises or land shall be used for commercial purposes within the BRD, as per article XII of the Inc. Village of Ocean Beach zoning law.

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If a Contractor will be performing the work being applied for, a copy of the Contractor's License must be submitted to the Building Services Department with this application.
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Are solar panels being installed?
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If a Contractor will be performing the work being applied for, a copy of the Contractor's License must be submitted to the Building Services Department with this application.
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If plumbing work is being performed specify which, if any, of the below, with quantities.
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Specify if the project involves any of the following scopes of work;
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Water Jetting for installation of posts or pilings? *
Elevation? *
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Disclaimer: If the project involves Water Jetting then a Water Use Application must be submitted and approved prior to issuance of Building Permit. Payment for a Water Use Application must be made with a separate check.
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Disclaimer: Inspections may be required prior to issuance of a permit for certain scopes of work
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If the project is for alteration or renovation, specify below:
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Square Footage
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Will the property be re-graded to change site contours? *
Disclaimer:The following additional documentation must be provided to the building department for these types of demolition projects and house lifts:

Complete House / Building Demos:

  • Asbestos Affidavit
  • Electrical disconnect letter from PSEG or licensed electrician
  • Water / Sewer disconnect letter and survey showing both locations by a licensed plumber

Partial House / Building Demos over 250 square feet:

  • Asbestos Affidavit
  • Electrical disconnect letter from PSEG or licensed electrician
  • Water / Sewer disconnect letter and survey showing both locations from (only if disconnect is to occur)

House Lifts:

  • Electrical disconnect letter from PSEG or licensed electrician
  • Water / Sewer disconnect letter and survey showing both locations provided by a licensed plumber
Does the project involve demolition? *
Demolition Work
Will any fill be brought onto this site? *
Square Footage of Demolition
Square Footage of New Structure
Description of building/structure being demolished *
If demolition work will be taking place, list the square footage for each area demoed.
Name of Carter *
Applicant: This worksheet is presented as a guide for your preparation of a complete building permit application. Please be careful to include all the documents and items required for the proposed work. The Building Permit Fee Schedule is available on the Village website: www.villageofoceanbeach.org.

Applications will not be accepted until all required documents are received.

Checklist as applicable:

  • Building Permit Application - must be signed and notarized by owner or agent (see below).
  • Owner’s Authorization if owner is being represented by an agent, an owner’s authorization must be signed and notarized.
  • Construction Plans: will be required for all new or rebuilt structures and interior alterations.
  • See below for RA / PE requirements. Not required for ordinary finish type or replacement work. Four (4) sets of drawings for Residential/Four (4) Sets of drawings for Commercial (1/4” scale ONLY). (Breakdown square footage for existing and proposed).
  • Energy Calculations for new homes and living space additions
  • Two (2) Current Land Surveys: (No more than three (3) years old) depicting all existing conditions
  • Plot Plan - shall show existing and proposed work footprints and lot coverage calculations.
  • Shall show data and calculations pertinent to zoning, setbacks for FEMA Flood Zone, CEHA and LiMWA Zones.
  • Landscape Plan by licensed design professional – for new homes
  • Ensure no open permits/violations.
  • Contractor’s Identification and Licenses – Must be received prior to issuance of building permit.
  • Contractor Liability Insurance – Village of Ocean Beach as additional insured / certificate holder. Must be received prior to issuance of building permit
  • Certificate of Workers Compensation and Disability Insurance– Must be received prior to issuance of building permit.
    Note: ACCORD forms are NOT ACCEPTABLE proof of Workers’ Compensation Coverage. Form CE-200 for exempt contractors
  • Form BP-1 if homeowner is doing the work (exemption of workers comp)
  • All Fees (Non-Refundable) – To be determined on completion of plan and document review.
  • If Demolition permit, list Licensed Carter.
  • Water Use Permit for jetting of piles
  • Debris clearing deposit - Fee as determined by the Board of Trustees
  • Flood Plain Development Permit application and fee –
  • Signed and Sealed Shop drawings for pools, fire suppression, fire alarm, prefab roof trusses (signed and sealed by PE/RA).

REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY/CONTINUED USE OR COMPLETION:

  • Certificate of Occupancy for new dwelling. Certificate of Completion required when job is complete.
  • Final survey required for additions and new structures, decks, sheds.
  • ACH50 Blower Door test.
  • FEMA Elevation Certificate at completion, may be required.
  • Piling Certification.
  • Electrical Certification.

Please be advised that this Building Permit Application only applies to the Village of Ocean Beach. If any other permits, permission or notifications are required from any other agency (town, county, state, federal), it is the sole responsibility of the owner/applicant to complete and file same.

Commercial building permit applications may require approval from the Board of Trustees as recommended by the Architectural Review / Planning Board. These applications MUST include photographs showing all sides of the structure, which shall be properly labeled. In addition, photos taken from the dwelling (looking north, south, east and west), together with photos of neighboring homes or structures shall be submitted. All photos shall be labeled with addresses and shall indicate whether they are situated north, south, east or west of the subject property.

Residential Requirements
Attachments
“In addition to obtaining a building permit, the property owner/ applicant must comply with all relevant, state, federal and other regulations and is responsible for applying for and receiving the following permits, as applicable.”
  1. Suffolk County Department of Health Services or Dept. of Agriculture- all food service
  2. Ocean Beach Dept. of Public Works
  3. NYS Department of Environmental Conservation
  4. Fire Marshal – Commercial, Multiple dwellings, fuel tanks, fire alarm, fire suppression, kitchen exhaust hoods
  5. Zoning Board of Appeals Decision
  6. Planning Board Approved Site Plan and Approval Resolution
  7. Board of Trustees Special Exception Determination
  8. State Board of Health – hotels, rooming houses
  9. Architectural Design Review Board
“It is the responsibility of the owner/contractor to contact the building inspector to schedule all inspections during construction and request C.O. or C. of C. and to renew any permits. Permits that expire prior to close out of project will require a renewal fee”

Requirements for Drawings:

Residential:

New or rebuilt structures greater than 250 sq. ft. and certain alterations that involve structural work/life safety shall be signed and sealed by a licensed design professional.

Residential interior alterations involving non load bearing systems and new or rebuilt structures 250 sq. ft or less may be provided by the homeowner or contractor and not signed and sealed as long as they are neat, accurate, to scale and contain all applicable code compliant info as requested by the building inspector.

Commercial:

Commercial Work shall be signed and sealed by a licensed design professional if over $20,000 in value and/or if public or structural safety is affected.

The Building Inspector has the right to request any additional documentation necessary to determine if the project will be in compliance with applicable codes and laws.

Any questions please contact:

Building Inspector / Code Enforcement Officer
Email: bldgdept@villageofoceanbeach.org
Phone: 631 583-5940
Fax: 631 583-7597

Disclaimer: Applicant MUST provide ORIGINAL copies of:

  1. Architectural Plans
  2. Survey.

These can not be submitted via attachment.

Type Full Name :
Sign With Hand
Notary Public Information
APPLICATION IS HEREBY MADE FOR ISSUANCE OF A BUILDING PERMIT pursuant to the Code of the Village of Ocean Beach and the Building Code of the State of New York, and all amendments thereto, for the work as described herein and in the described plans and specifications. The applicant/owner have attested that they have familiarized themselves with the Village of Ocean Beach Zoning and Building Codes.

The applicant being duly sworn deposes and says that he/she is the applicant named above. He/She is the Owner, Agent, Contractor, Officer RA / PE, etc. of said owner or owners, and is duly authorized to perform the said work, as described in the attached plans and specifications, and to make and file this application; that all statements contained in this application are true to the best of his knowledge and belief; and that the work will be performed in the manner set forth in this application, plans and specifications filed herewith.

“In addition to obtaining this permit, the applicant must comply with all relevant state, federal and other regulations.”

A printable copy of this application will be emailed to the applicant email address specified in this online application.

Applicant Signature
If an agent or contractor is to submit this application, this form must be printed and signed by the property owner, and notarized. The property owner must then submit the original notarized form to the Building Department.
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