Building and Code Enforcement
Building, Planning and Zoning
Responsible For:
- Administering and Enforcing Village of East Syracuse Municipal Code (Local Law)
- Administering and Enforcing International Property Maintenance Codes, Building Codes, Residential Codes, Fire Codes, Existing Building Codes, Energy Conservation Codes, Plumbing Codes, Fuel Gas Codes, Mechanical Codes, an Swimming Pool & Spa Codes
- Administering and Enforcing Flood Plain Regulations, and Sign Regulations
- Issuing permits for any new construction, alteration, demolition, signage, accessory buildings, swimming pools, spas, and fences
- Carrying out inspections to assure compliance with all applicable codes and laws
- Investigating all complaints concerning building code, zoning, or local law violations
- Issuing Notice of Violation and Court Appearance tickets when necessary
- Processing applications for Zoning Variances, Special Use Permits, Flood Plain Permits, and Accessory Use Permits and submitting the same to appropriate boards
- Administering and inspecting all residential rental properties on either a 1 year, 2 year, or 3 year cycle
- Administering and inspecting industrial and commercial sites, day care centers, multiple dwellings, and places of public assembly for fire safety compliance with the International Fire Code and Building Code
- Responding to all structure fires and other emergency situations
- Administering flood plain regulations and providing flood zone information
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Staff Contacts
| Name | Title | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Chris Shields | Director of Buildings & Codes / Code Enforcement Officer | (315) 437-3541 ext. 3206 |
| Norm Carroll | Housing Inspector | (315) 437-3541 |
| Tyler Johnson | Housing Inspector | (315) 437-3541 |