Permits

Permits Applications can either be downloaded (see the available permits table below) and completed in the Code Enforcement office, or completed online.


BUILDING PERMITS ONLINE

We are pleased to offer our citizens and businesses the opportunity to apply and pay for permits online. 

To apply for permits online, you are required to create an account on the Accela Citizen Access (ACA) Portal.

Once an account has been created, log in to begin the permit application process.

Click here to be redirected to the Accela Citizen Access (ACA) portal. 

How to create an ACA account?

How to Apply/Register online for Permits?

All permit questions should be directed to City Code Enforcement Office by calling (315)785-7735.



FRAUD WARNING! Payments are only accepted in person, via check mailed to the City, or online directly on our Accela payment interface. The City does NOT use WIRE TRANSFERS for payments. Requests for wire transfer payments are fraudulent. 



PERMIT DECISION TOOL

Not sure which permit you need? Click here to use our Permit Decision Tool.


Permits available are:
Note:
A signature authorization  from the property owner may be required for obtaining permits.

Building Permits
Application Packet

For new construction (building, garage, deck, shed)
Fee is based on cost of project.
Maintenance & Repair Permits
Application Packet

Fee is based on the cost of project.
Original Maintenance/Repair Permits are completed at the Code Enforcement office.
 

Sign Permits
See Fee Schedule

Fence Permits
See Fee Schedule

Plumbing Permits
List of Licensed Plumbers

Electrical Inspections
  
List of Electrical Inspection Firms
Heating Permits
See Fee Schedule
Download the Heating Permit

Gas & Oil Storage Permits
See Fee Schedule

Solid Fuel Permits
See Fee Schedule

Explosives Permits
See Fee Schedule


 

General Information
Phone Numbers
(315) 785-7735
Fax: (315) 785-7854
Emergencies: Dial 911
Location
245 Washington St., Rm. 105
Watertown,
NY
13601

Monday - Friday
8:30 am - 4:30 pm