Permits, Licenses, and Periodic Inspections

1. Permits

Building & Trades

To learn how to apply for the building and trade permits listed below, visit our Online Application Portal.

General Construction Permit Applications

Trade Permit Applications

Fire Prevention Permit Applications

Elevators
Commercial Antennas
Exterior Demolition
Building & Site (Residential Roof Only) *

HVAC
Special HVAC
Solar
Electric

Fire Alarm
Fuel Storage Tanks
Sprinkler
Tent
Indoor Vehicle Display
Mobile Food Preparation Vehicle
Propane
Fraternity/Sorority Fire Safety Inspection

* We are in the process of migrating all residential and commercial Building and Site Permit Applications online. In the meantime, applicants should contact the Central Permit Office at 315-448-8600 or permits@syr.gov for assistance.

For commercial building projects, you must complete a Commercial Intake Project Registration Form.

Right-of-Way

Right of Way Permit Fee Schedule

As of April 1, 2025 contractors will be subject to the below updated fees and schedules. Contractors are encouraged to review the new schedules and familiarize themselves with the changes to avoid any disruptions in your future permit applications.

Right of Way Permit Fees(PDF, 167KB)

Right of Way Violations Table(PDF, 159KB)

Right of Way Work Form(PDF, 134KB)

2. Licenses

3. Periodic Inspections

To learn how to apply for the certifications listed below, visit our Periodic Inspections Page.

Required Certifications	Requested Certifications
Certificate of Compliance Certificate of Use Rental Registry Vacant Property Registry	Certificate of Adequacy Certificate of Inspection