Zoning & Code Enforcer

Building Codes: the enforcement of regulatory construction standards (New York State, Town, Village) that prescribe the materials and type of construction for new construction, renovation, repair and demolition. Code Enforcement Official: Oversees and administers day-to-day operations of the Department and reviews all applications submitted to the Zoning Enforcement Department for regulatory applicabilty to the New York State Building Codes (1/1/2003) and the Town of Vienna Local Law(s) for the jurisdictional area(s) of the Town of Vienna and the Village of Sylvan Beach. Issues respective Building Permits, Demolition Permits, Septic Permits (new and repair), Certificates of Occupancy/Use and Compliance Certificates. Monitors, inspects and approves construction site phases (footers, foundations, framing, plumbing, electrical, occupancy change/use, etc.) Also responsible for permitting and certifying new installations and repairs to commercial and residential septic systems. Exemption from Zoning approval does not mean exemption from a Building Permit.