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Building Permits in Rochester, New York

Part of Monroe County.

We have not yet verified rules published by Rochester itself. Below are the New York rules that apply, and where to ask.

Where to apply

Permits in Rochester are issued by the city's building or planning department. If the city does not run its own permit office, Monroe County handles applications.

Permit guides