Do I need to get a permit for a shed? (New York: assessor, houses)

[redrunner+2]

We are in the Town of Huntington. We went to buy a lawnmower and then realized hey, where are we going to store this thing? We only have a 1 car garage and I like to park my car in there. If I get a cheap shed like at Home Depot or something am I going to get in trouble?

[NYTom]

Check with your town's building dept. to see what the limitations are before you buy one.

[thebobs]

Originally Posted by NYTom

Check with your town's building dept. to see what the limitations are before you buy one.

Generally a small shed should be ok, but as NYTom said, check with the town. Also find out from the town how far from the edge of the property has to be.

[hotkarl]

I think 8x8 is a free-O most places.
Foundation factors in too, cement poured I think is mandatory permit any size/type shed. Then again, I'm an idiot, so don't listen to anything I say.

[JonnyTrees]

From town website:
Sheds
Q. Is a building permit required for a shed?
A. For residential property, one shed up to 100 square feet (10' x 10") is exempt from the permit requirement. Permits are required for more than one shed on the property and for a shed over 100 square feet.
Q. What are the requirements for getting a building permit for a shed?
A. Complete the building permit application, and include four copies of your survey and four copies of the shed plans (or manufacturer's drawings). A site plan may be requested as well.
Q. What are the setbacks for a shed?
A. First, no accessory structure can be located in front of the house, including corner lots. For a shed under than 200 square feet (e.g. 10' x 20'), a two-foot side or rear yard setback is required in all residential zones. If the shed is 200 square feet or larger, in the R-5, R-7 and R-10 zones the setbacks are still 2 feet. In the R-15, R-20 R-40 and R-80 zones, a shed 200 square feet or larger must be at least 10 feet for a side or rear lot line.
Q. Is a shed a temporary structure if it has no foundation?
A. No. The Life Safety Code provides that a "temporary structure" may remain for only 180 days. However, a shed less than 144 square feet does not require a footing or foundation. As explained above, a permit is required for a shed over 100 square feet..
Q. Will my shed increase my taxes?
A. All questions regarding the property assessment should be addressed to the Office of the Assessor (631) 351-3226

[superfly10]

so weird. I just pulled this from the Town Website. Conflicting info as this says you do need a permit.

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[SIZE=2]Q. Is a building permit required for a shed?[/SIZE]
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[SIZE=2]A. Yes, all sheds of any size require a building permit. [/SIZE][SIZE=2]Q. What are the requirements for getting a building permit for a shed?[/SIZE]
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[SIZE=2]A. Complete the building permit application, and include four copies of your survey and four copies of the shed plans (or manufacturer's drawings). A site plan may be requested as well. [/SIZE][SIZE=2]Q. What are the setbacks for a shed?[/SIZE]
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[SIZE=2]A. For a shed under than 200 square feet (e.g. 10' x 20'), a two-foot side or rear yard setback is required in all residential zones. If the shed is 200 square feet or larger, in the R-5, R-7 and R-10 zones the setbacks are still 2 feet. In the R-15, R-20 R-40 and R-80 zones, a shed 200 square feet or larger must be at least 10 feet for a side or rear lot line.[/SIZE][SIZE=2]Q. Is a shed a temporary structure if it has no foundation?[/SIZE]
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[SIZE=2]A. No, however, a shed less than 140 square feet does not require a footing or foundation but a permit is still required.[/SIZE]

[JonnyTrees]

Originally Posted by superfly10

so weird. I just pulled this from the Town Website. Conflicting info as this says you do need a permit.

[SIZE=2]Sheds[/SIZE]

1. [SIZE=2][/SIZE]
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[SIZE=2]Q. Is a building permit required for a shed?[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2][/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]A. Yes, all sheds of any size require a building permit. [/SIZE][SIZE=2]Q. What are the requirements for getting a building permit for a shed?[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2][/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]A. Complete the building permit application, and include four copies of your survey and four copies of the shed plans (or manufacturer's drawings). A site plan may be requested as well. [/SIZE][SIZE=2]Q. What are the setbacks for a shed?[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2][/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]A. For a shed under than 200 square feet (e.g. 10' x 20'), a two-foot side or rear yard setback is required in all residential zones. If the shed is 200 square feet or larger, in the R-5, R-7 and R-10 zones the setbacks are still 2 feet. In the R-15, R-20 R-40 and R-80 zones, a shed 200 square feet or larger must be at least 10 feet for a side or rear lot line.[/SIZE][SIZE=2]Q. Is a shed a temporary structure if it has no foundation?[/SIZE]
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[SIZE=2]A. No, however, a shed less than 140 square feet does not require a footing or foundation but a permit is still required.[/SIZE]

that information is old. I have been to town hall regarding sheds and other stuff ( its so much fun let me tell you) and can confirm the info I posted is accurate.

check the town code online:
eCode360

Exemptions. An exemption from the requirement of a permit shall not be deemed an authorization for work to be performed in violation of the Code of the Town of Huntington or the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code. The following categories of work shall not require a building permit:


(2) Construction or installation of detached structures associated with one or two family dwellings which are used for tool and storage sheds, playhouses or similar uses, but excluding arbors, gazebos, pergolas and other similar ornamental or decorative structures, provided:
(a) The gross floor area does not exceed one hundred (100) square feet;


(b) The maximum height does not exceed ten (10) feet from grade;


(c) There are no more than two (2) such structures on the property at the same time and no more than one (1) of these structures is a shed.


(d) The location of the structures shall be subject to the following:
[1] On an interior lot, no accessory structure shall be located within the required or existing front yard setback, whichever is greater, or within two (2) feet of the side and rear yard property lines.


[2] On a corner lot, no accessory structure shall be located within the required or existing setbacks for the front-yard and long street side yard, whichever is greater, or within two (2) feet of the interior-side yard and rear yard property lines.


[3] On a through lot, no accessory structure shall be located within the required or existing front-yard setback, whichever is greater, the required rear-yard setback, or within two (2) feet of the side yard property lines.

[LI BraveOne]

Been looking at homes in the Town of Huntington for almost a year now and I can vouch that the code is 10x10 without a permit. Anything larger, needs a CO and permits, etc.