Building Department

TOWN OF CHEEKTOWAGA BUILDING INSPECTION DEPARTMENT

The Town of Cheektowaga Building Inspection Department is the first stop for all proposed developments or construction within the Town. In addition to reviewing plans, issuing building permits and conducting inspections, the office provides the following services or functions:

As-Built Survey Requirement
Building Permits
Construction Site Guidelines
Environmental Review Coordination
Fire Inspectors
Housing Inspections
Master Plumbing License Application
Plumbing Inspections
Plumbing Licenses
Pre-filing project review
Zoning Law Enforcement

The Building Department is located on the ground floor of the Cheektowaga Town Hall at 3301 Broadway (at Union Road). Office hours are 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The various inspectors can be contacted directly and have voice-mail for messages.

For general information and directory: telephone (716) 686-3470 , or fax (716) 686-3516. Electrical inspections are conducted by the New York Board of Fire Underwriters and can be contacted at (716) 827-1155.

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• Zoning Law Enforcement - administers and enforces all zoning law regulations.
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• Environmental Review Coordination - receives and coordinates review of projects subject to NYS SEQRA (State Environmental Quality Review Act) regulations. Provides guidance in filing of applications, acts as intake officer and provides general oversight of the environmental review process. [ top ]
• Pre-filing Project Review - the office staff will meet with developers/applicants to discuss proposed projects. Information concerning all aspects of planning a site will be provided. These include zoning setbacks, parking requirements, landscaping, other agency involvement and potential area of concern based on past projects and discussions with agencies. [ top ]
• Housing Inspections - Neighborhood Preservation and Wellness Program - housing inspections are systematically made to ensure that property is maintained. Complaints are investigated and the office acts as liaison with individuals and neighborhood groups.  [ top ]
• Fire Inspectors - administers and enforces the Town Fire Code. Conducts yearly inspections of places of public assembly and locations having hazardous materials.
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• Plumbing Inspections - inspections of new installations, repairs and investigation of general plumbing and drainage complaints. [ top ]

BUILDING PERMITS  [ top ]
Permits are required for new structures, additions, renovations, swimming pools, sheds, demolition of buildings, etc. Permits are also required for plumbing work.

It is advisable to contact the office when any work or improvements are contemplated for any residential or commercial/industrial property. Local/state regulations may require certain approvals or reviews.

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