Permit Applications

Development Permits and Approvals 

A site development permit and a building permit are required for any new building or any addition or alteration that affects the structural design of the building or its mechanical, electrical, or plumbing system. These permits are also required for any change in use of land or existing building.

These permits are legal documents that grant permission to construct or alter a building or other structure in accordance with approved drawings and specifications. Permits help assure that the construction meets all safety standards of the New York State Fire Prevention and Building Code and the Town of Canandaigua code. Many repairs may not require a permit, such as siding, flooring, replacement of windows, etc. Check with the Development Office by calling 394-1120, ext. 2246, or send an email to devclerk@townofcanandaigua.org. 

• Please do not send payment for building permits until after permit is approved. The invoice will be in your Cloudpermit application workspace after the review is finished.
• NO permits shall be issued without proof of insurace attached in Cloudpermit workspace (see Insurance Requirements)
• Please allow at least 5-10 business days for your permit to be issued - if no Board approval is required.
• If Board approval is required from either the Planning Board, Zoning Board, or both, then all applications are due on the first business day of the month no later than 12:00pm. There will be no exceptions to this rule as the Town has internal reviews and processes that take time to complete prior to the board meetings.
  • See board calendar above for deadline dates and meeting dates. Payment for application is required prior to the PRC meeting (see board calendar).