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The
Bureau of Code Enforcement administers the city's building
construction, permitting and housing inspection
programs. Under these programs the Bureau is responsible
for the enforcement of all state and local
codes as well as the city's zoning
ordinance. Typical functions of the Bureau
include issuance of building permits, performance of
construction and housing inspections, vacant building
inspections and issuance of certificates of occupancy
and compliance.
The Bureau of Code Enforcement
is located on the 3rd Floor of City Hall. If you have any questions
or complaints, please feel free to contact us
at
(518) 279-7180.
The City has also established a HOTLINE for
anonymous callers to report code issues. Call our
hotline at
(518) 270-4404.
You may also obtain more information for the following
by clicking on there links: Garbage
Collection, Recycling, Parking
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may access CHAPTERS from the Code of Ordinance
book using the e-code
site.
The chapters are seperated into two parts. Part I Administrative Legislation and Part II,
General Legislation. |
Housing Complaints |
The
Bureau's housing inspection program follows up
on housing complaints and agency requests to
assure that housing units are in compliance with
the City
of Troy Minimum Housing Standards Code. Areas covered
include space, light and ventilation, electric,
plumbing, heating systems, exiting and sanitary
conditions.
Learn more about the following codes using e-code: Chapter 176 - Housing and Property Maintenance
Chapter 247 - Garbage & Refuse Ordinance
Chapter
188 - Littering
Chapter 205 - Nuisances
Chapter 141 - Vacant Buildings
Chapter 285 - Zoning |
Building Permits |
Permits are issued by the Bureau
for new construction, alterations, repairs, swimming
pools, siding and windows, barricades and signs.
For a complete list of what requires a permit
see the Homeowner's
Guide to Assessments and Permits for Home Improvements
or
download a permit
application.
Permits that require plan review are issued
on an appointment basis. Non-review permits such
as barricade and siding permits may be issued
on a walk-in basis. Permit fees are based on
the City of Troy "Permit Fee Schedule" (
See table below).
Q. Is a permit required for a fence?
A. Yes. A permit is required for all new
fences and fence replacements. The City Zoning
Ordinance has specific criteria for fences such
as height and location requirements. A simple site
plan showing the proposed location, material, height
and length is all that is required when applying
for a permit.
Q. Do I need a permit for a shed?
A. Only if the shed is more than 100 sq.
ft. in floor area. However, ALL sheds are still
subject to the Zoning Ordinance requirement for
setbacks. If you're not sure what your setback
requirement is please call the bureau at (518) 279-7180.
Q. Do my plans for a building permit have to
be stamped and sealed by a Registered Architect
or Professional Engineer?
A. Depending on the scope of work and/or
the associated construction cost, plans may have
to be stamped and sealed by a design professional.
Generally plans for small renovations and repairs
and projects with a total construction value of
less than $20,000 do not need to be stamped and
sealed. If you are in doubt, please check with
the bureau at (518) 279-7180.
Q. How long will it take me to obtain a permit?
A. This depends on the nature of work.
Non-review permits such as barricade/excavation,
siding and replacement windows can be issued
on a walk-in basis. Other permits that require
a plan review will take longer depending on the
scope of work. Generally permits for small projects
such as decks and repairs can be issued within
a few days of submittal. Larger more complex
project applications may take longer.
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SCHEDULE OF FEES
(ORDINANCE OF FEBRUARY 7, 2002) |
| Building Permits |
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| Permit Renewal |
$50.00 Flat Fee(One Renewal ONLY) |
| Value of Work |
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| 0. - 1,000 |
$ 50.00 |
| 1,001. - 2,000 |
$62.00 |
| 2,001. - 3,000 |
$74.00 |
| 3,001. - 4,000 |
$86.00 |
| 4,001. - 5,000 |
$98.00 |
| 5,001. - 6,000 |
$110.00 |
| 6,001. - 7,000 |
$122.00 |
| 7,001. - 8,000 |
$134.00 |
| 8,001. - 9,000 |
$146.00 |
| 9,001. - 10,000 |
$158.00 |
| 10,001. - 100,000 |
$158.00 plus $11.00 per $1,000.over $10,000 |
| 100,001. - 1,000,000 |
$1148.00 plus $10.00 per $1,000.over $100,000 |
| 1,000.001. UP |
$10,148.00 plus $ 9.00 per $1,000.over $1,000,000 |
| Demolition Permits |
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| Up to 500 sq. ft. at ground level |
$ 75.00 |
| 501 sq. ft. - 1,000 sq. ft |
$150.00 |
| 1,001 sq. ft. - 2,000 sq. ft. |
$300.00 |
| 2,001 sq. ft. - 3,000 sq. ft. |
$425.00 |
| 3,001 sq. ft. - UP |
$750.00 |
| Barricade Permits |
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| All work in Right of Way |
$50.00 |
| Up to 100 sq. ft. for excavation
in ROW |
$50.00 Plus $2.50 per sq. ft.up to 100 sq. ft.
for excavation in ROW |
| Over 100 sq. ft. for excavation
in ROW |
$300.00 Plus $1.50 per sq. ft. over 100 sq. ft.
for excavation in ROW |
| Fence Permits |
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| Up to 100 linear feet |
$25.00 |
| 101 linear feet to 200 linear feet |
$40.00 |
| 201 linear feet & up |
$50.00 |
| Annual Sign License |
$50.00 Plus Building and Barricade Fees |
| Miscellaneous Permits |
$50.00 Flat Fee (Siding, Replacement
Windows, Site Work etc…) |
| Housing Inspections |
$35.00 Minimum fee (for 1 unit) plus $15.00 per
additional d/u in same building. |
| Certificate of Compliance
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$30.00 (Plus inspection fee) |
| Certificate of Occupancy |
$30.00 |
| Certification Letter |
$25.00 |
| Encroachment Permit |
Existing Construction Fee: $40.00 plus $20.00
per $l,000. over $1,000. |
Property
Maintenance
To learn more about property maintenance
see chapter 176 using e-code
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Graffiti - Graffiti
on any public or private property is illegal.
Graffiti is defined as any etching, painting,
drawing or other marking on public or private property.
It is the responsibility of the property owner to
remove graffiti from private property.
Missing House Numbers - All buildings
and structures must have street numbers. These
numbers
or letters must be clearly
visible from the street. The City's police and
firefighters rely on the numbers for identification
of buildings. Quicker recognition of your address
by the police or firefighters will save valuable
time, and may mean the difference between life
and death.
Yard Maintenance - Yards
must be maintained in the following manner: Grass
and shubbery must
be cut regularly.
The length of the grass shall not exceed 6 inches.
Property must also be free of trash and debris.
To report violations for yard maintenance, please
call Code Enforcement at (518) 279-7180.
Trees - Street trees planted
in the public right of way are the responsibility
of the City. Trees planted on private property
are the responsibility of the property
owner.
Damaged/Snow Covered Sidewalks - The
condition of sidewalks is the property owner’s
responsibility. Steps, sidewalks and similar
areas must be kept in good repair
and maintained to assure safe travel under normal
use and weather conditions. The owner, occupant
or agent of any property, with a sidewalk parallel
to any public street, shall clear and keep cleared
any snow or ice which has accumulated on the
surface. This clearing of the snow and ice shall
be completed by 10:00 am of the day following
the accumulation.
No person shall shovel, sweep, throw, plow or
otherwise deposit snow or ice into the street,
sidewalk, park or other private property located
within the City. |
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