Town of Oyster Bay Building Department

About Trinity Design in the Town of Oyster Bay

Trinity Design is honored to serve the Town of Oyster Bay, bringing over a decade of expertise in navigating local building permit processes. Our commitment ensures that your projects adhere to all town regulations, facilitating a smooth and efficient progression from concept to completion.

Applications for Building Permits

 

Applications for building permits can be obtained at the Building Division located at 74 Audrey Ave in Oyster Bay, as well as the Building Division Annex located in Town Hall South (977 Hicksville Rd in Massapequa). Additionally, the application and other forms can be downloaded from the Town of Oyster Bay website.

Projects Requiring Building Permits

Types of projects that generally require permits include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • All houses and buildings
  • All additions to houses and buildings
  • Any interior alterations
  • Change or rearrangement in the structural parts or in the exit facilities of any building
  • Any inground or above ground swimming pool of a depth of 18″ or greater
  • Swimming pool cabanas
  • Swimming pool heaters
  • Hot tubs
  • Any fence more than four feet in height
  • Demolition of any structure
  • Any raised deck more than eight inches in height above grade
  • All patio roofs except canvas
  • Vestibule covers and enclosures
  • Any shed more than 100 square feet in area
  • All fireplaces and chimneys, including prefabricated
  • Freestanding air conditioning units
  • Retaining walls two feet high or higher
  • Sewers, drywells and cesspools
  • Plumbing fixtures
  • Oil and gas tanks
  • Oil and gas heating units
  • Tennis courts
  • Garages and accessory structures
  • Tents
  • Trailers
  • Greenhouses and passive solar structures
  • Solar panels
  • Conversion of garages to habitable space
  • Fire damage repair
  • Cellar entrances
  • RPZ valves
  • Signs
  • Propane tanks
  • Inground sprinkler systems
  • Fire sprinkler systems
  • Generators
    It’s essential to consult with the Building Division to determine if your specific project requires a permit.

Estimating Permit Fees

Understanding permit fees is crucial for effective project budgeting. The Town of Oyster Bay has established a fee structure as follows:

Application Fee: A non-refundable fee of $100 is required for all building permit submissions.

Permit Fees:

First $1,000 of Valuation or Fraction Thereof: $100

Each Additional $1,000 of Valuation or Fraction Thereof: $12

Certificates of Occupancy:

First $1,000 of Valuation: $35

Each Additional $1,000 or Fraction Thereof: $2

Certificate of Occupancy Non-Conforming: $200

For detailed information, please refer to the Town of Oyster Bay’s official fee schedule.

Building Permit Amnesty Program

The Town of Oyster Bay has launched a Building Permit Amnesty Program to provide financial relief and bring properties into compliance. This program allows residents and business owners with unpermitted and previously completed improvement projects to legalize their property and avoid costly fines and penalties. The program is open through the end of 2023.

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Town of Oyster Bay Building Department Contact Information

For personalized assistance, please contact the Town of Oyster Bay Building Department:

Additional Resources

Building Division: Access information on building permits and applications.

Fee Schedule: Detailed information on permit fees.

Building Permit Amnesty Program: Learn more about the amnesty program and how it can benefit you.

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