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We finally got our plans for our extension and I went and picked up the paperwork to file for our permit. On the directions it says a current survey. The survey that we have for the house is from 1956 when it was built. Will this be good or will my permit be denied. To me it is the current survey, the property lines have not changed.
Al
I used a copy of an older survey from 1992 when i filed for my permits in Huntington a few months ago. they required a new final survey in order to grant CO. thats when the can of worms opened.
Your property lines may have not changed but the structures on the property may ave been modified, added a shed, retaining wall, fence, etc.
Your property lines may have not changed but the structures on the property may ave been modified, added a shed, retaining wall, fence, etc.
That's it exactly. It doesn't matter that your property lines haven't changed - other structures like a deck, portico, CAC unit, shed, garage, fence, etc. have probably been added since 1956. There's no way a survey from 54 years ago will be considered current. Don't even bother trying to say that to the town. It won't fly. You're going to need another survey. There's no way around it.
Also, if other structures have indeed been added, be prepared for the worms to be set free and more money to come out of your wallet. Ah, the joys of being a homeowner, especially on Long Island where improving your own house means even more money in the town's pocket!!!
There are a few things new but we have co;s for them pool shed. The only thing I don't have a co for is a second shed. what can the town do to me for this. The can of worms you are talking about is just raising taxes or is it something else.
Al
The only thing I don't have a co for is a second shed. what can the town do to me for this. The can of worms you are talking about is just raising taxes or is it something else.
The town can 'slap your wrist' for not getting a co for the second shed which means making you pay two, three, or four times the permit fee for it. And yes, your taxes will probably go up although I do think it takes some time for the increase to kick in. Don't be completely surprised if even other stuff is brought up once you have a new survey. There are so many things a permit is needed for; some don't even enter our minds but they enter the town inspector's eyes immediately.
the can of worms refers to everything that has changed/been added to the property has to fulfill all aspects of current town code.
Are the sheds in locations with proper setbacks? does any structure encroach lot line, etc etc etc
you may have to change structures, locations or apply for variance relief depending on the situation.
if all you have additional is an additional shed, and its within the correct setbacks you will probably only have to pay built without permit fees. In huntington its 3x the regular fee.
the can of worms refers to everything that has changed/been added to the property has to fulfill all aspects of current town code.
Are the sheds in locations with proper setbacks? does any structure encroach lot line, etc etc etc
you may have to change structures, locations or apply for variance relief depending on the situation.
Good point. The structures shown on your survey need a permit and have to be up to code. If they aren't, the town will make you correct whatever doesn't meet code standards or apply for a variance. If this happens, be prepared to lay out more money.
On town of Hempstead.
I just purchased a house,
I need to replace inside the Insulation for the wall, get new appliances, replace windows.
For this type of work do I need a permit? Or what type of permit do I need? Is it difficult to get one as I search on the website but it's kind of confusing of the documents needed
On town of Hempstead.
I just purchased a house,
I need to replace inside the Insulation for the wall, get new appliances, replace windows.
For this type of work do I need a permit? Or what type of permit do I need? Is it difficult to get one as I search on the website but it's kind of confusing of the documents needed
Windows don't need a permit unless you are moving them or changing a header size...
Insulation does not require a building permit but if you are gutting all of the interior drywall to install insulation then you need a demolition permit.
If you are just doing direct replacement on appliances you are fine. If you are moving appliances such as a gas stove, you are suppose to get a gas/plumbing permit.
You should talk to your contractor. He should be able to help you.
If you have any questions just shoot me a message. I know TOH really well.
Good luck!
Last edited by DesignBuild516; 09-27-2015 at 10:52 PM..
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