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If your shed is larger than 144 square feet, you will need a building permit in New York. Always refer to your local government for the most comprehensive list of building permit requirements.
The Rules of the City of New York §101-14 requires that backyard sheds meet the following requirements: Size: Up to 120 square feet – no permits needed. Above 121 square feet – plans, approval, and permits required.
In the City of Los Angeles, if the size of floor space exceeds 120 sq. ft. or the structure is over 12 feet in height, you need a permit. Any electrical work will require an electrical permit.
If work has been performed without a permit and an applicant seeks a permit for the unpermitted work before a notice of violation is issued, the penalty for such unpermitted work is $600 when performed on a one-family or two-family dwelling or $6,000 when performed on a building other than a one-family or two-family ...
If you carry out a renovation project that requires a building permit without having one, the town can issue a “Stop Work” and or a “Cease and Desist” order, which remains in effect until you obtain a permit.
A building permit is required for the construction, renovation, alteration, repair, relocation, demolition, use, and occupancy of any building, structure, or portion thereof.
Most construction in New York City requires approval and permits from the Department of Buildings. Some minor alterations may be done without a work permit.
Contractors in New York aren't required to obtain a license at a statewide level unless they work in one of the three specialist professions outlined in more detail in the next section. Because local regions within the state often set their own rules, however, you'll likely need to obtain one license or another.