Sharon Klos - Building Permit Coordinator - Ext. 265
Richard P. Podlas - Building Inspector - Ext. 231

Mark Griffin - Building Inspector - Ext. 275
Richard Gadzinski - Electrical Inspector - Ext. 243
John Wherry -  Building Inspector - Ext. 614
Frances Friszolowski -Head Clerk - Ext 283
Joanne Krakewski - Sr. Acct Clerk Typist - Ext.266
Susan Edwards - Acct Clerk Typist - Ext. 213
 

Phone: 631-727-3200 Ext. 213
Fax: 631-208-8039
755 East Main Street
Riverhead, NY 11901
Hrs: Mon - Fri 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Purpose: Enforces the NY Building Code and Zoning regulations adopted by the Town. Permits for new construction, additions, alterations and signs are issued. Inspects construction in progress and issues Certificates of Occupancy upon completion.

PRINTABLE BUILDING DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Applications:
Accessory Apartment Permit Application

Agricultural Worker Housing Permit
Bed & Breakfast Permit Application
Building Permit
Building Permit for Manufactured Homes
Bulk Heading Permit
Commercial Building Permit
Demolition Permit Application
Dumpster Permit Application
Electrical Inspection Application   
Excavation/Land Clearing Application
Letter of Pre-existing Use and Duplicate Certificate of Occupancy Application
Outdoor Dining Permit Application
Pool Permit Application
Renewal Building Permit
Sign Permit Application
Use Permit Application

Requirements:
Bed & Breakfast Summary of Permit Requirements
Certificate of Occupancy Requirements
Deck Guidelines
Electrical Fee Schedule
Final Floor Affidavit 
Landmarks Preservation Commission - Building Permit Application Guidelines 

Plumbers Affidavit
New International Building Code Requirements for Submission of Construction Plans and Permit
Town of Riverhead Wind Borne Debris Regions 110MPH

Additional Resources:
  
Free Access to Town Code
  FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps, please view online at:
       http://fema.gov/fhm or http://store.msc.fema.gov


  New York State Energy Conservation Construction Code Basic Requirements

Frequently Asked Questions:

Do I Need a Permit for my Shed?   Yes, if larger than 12 x 12 or 2nd shed.  Call for yard set back.

Do I need a permit for my pool/hot tub?
Yes, if body of water is for human use more than 18" deep.

How much is my building permit fee going go be?
  It will be calculated after we receive a complete application and you will be notified.

Do I need sign sealed plans? 
Call 631-727-3200 Ext. 283

What edition of building code do I use?  2010 - Building Code and 2008 Electrical Code

Where can I locate to engage in this business?  Call and speak to an inspector

Original notarized applications must be received by the Building Department before a permit will be issued.

 

The Riverhead Building Department
201 Howell Avenue
Riverhead, NY 11901
631-727-3200 ext. 213


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