It is against the law to operate a home improvement business in Suffolk County without a license. Call the Office of Consumer Affairs at 631-853-4600 to find out if a contractor is licensed and to check the firm's complaint history. Our Office is also available online at .suffolkcountyny/consumeraffairs.
To obtain a Home Improvement Contractor License, please visit the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs or call (212) 487-4060. If you need to renew, change or update your license, call (212) 487-4104.
If shed is less than 256 sq. ft. a zoning permit will be required, no building permit is required. Email, bring in, or mail the following: a completed New Application for Services - Zoning, a survey indicating where the shed will be placed, and payment.
No person shall construct any structure, use any land or change the use of any structure or land until a zoning permit has been obtained from the Zoning Administrator and a building permit has been obtained from the Building Official in Community Development.
On a single-family house, most routine work does not require a permit. You can: Paint, add or replace carpet, tile or hardwood floors, replace cabinets, and even replace paneling and drywall without a permit. Replace your windows and doors, as long as you don't change the size of the opening in the wall.
A permit is required for the following work: Building additions to existing structures. Constructing/replacing a deck. Construction of new buildings/structures.
Detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses or similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 256 square feet and is not more than one story, (under 18” floor height, under 10' eave height above grade.)
How do I get a home improvement contractor license in New York City? Complete your basic license application. Apply for your Certificate of Authority. Provide proof of your address. Submit proof of workers' compensation insurance. Provide proof of your EPA certification.