You must have a valid Building Permit before you can apply for this Certificate.
An owner or his representative can obtain an application for Certificate of Occupancy from the Clarkstown Town Hall, Building Department, Room 101 (lower level), 10 Maple Ave., New City, NY 10956.
The owner or his representative can fill out this application with the following information:
- Name and address of owner to whom Certificate of Occupancy is to be issued.
- Date of application
- Number of permit Certificate of Occupancy is requested for.
- Map, Block, and Lot numbers of property.
This application is then filed along with a copy of the Final Electrical Certificate of approval for the electrical work, with the Building Department. Affidavits, and final as built plot plans, may be required also for some projects. This information can be obtained when application for Certificate of Occupancy is picked up from the Building Department.
If the building meets zoning approval and is found to be in compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations, the Building Department will issue a Certificate of Occupancy.
For Certificates of Occupancy to be issued on permits that have expired or for existing building, built before the adoption of the zoning and building codes an additional fee is required.