It shall be the duty of the Building Inspector of the Village of Belle Terre and he is hereby given the power and authority to enforce the provisions of this chapter and to issue building permits and certificates of occupancy hereunder.
[Amended 10-5-1992 by L.L. No. 1-1992]
No building permit or certificate of occupancy shall be issued except when the provisions of this chapter, the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and the rules and regulations of the Planning Board are complied with.
A. 
No building, structure or driveway shall be erected, added to or structurally altered, including any change or rearrangement in the structural parts or in the exit facilities or an enlargement, whether by extending on a side or by increasing in height, or the moving from one location or position to another, until a permit therefor has been issued by the Building Inspector.
B. 
It shall be unlawful for any person to clear, excavate or commence work for the erection or alteration of any building or structure or use any lot or premise for any purpose until a permit has been duly issued therefor.
A. 
No building permit for the erection, alteration or structural change in a building as stated in § 170-19 shall be issued unless there is compliance with the following terms and conditions:
(1) 
The Building Inspector will provide forms for building permits and certificates of occupancy.
(2) 
The following shall be submitted:
(a) 
Completed application forms.
[Amended 1-18-2005]
(b) 
The authority for the application in cases where the owner on the application does not conform to the owner on the last Village tax roll.
(c) 
Four complete sets of plans and specifications, which shall bear the signature and seal of the architect of professional engineer responsible for their preparation. Drawings shall show plans of each floor level, all exterior elevations and sections to indicate satisfactory solution to all structural and space requirement, including:
[Amended 10-5-1992 by L.L. No. 1-1992; 1-18-2005; 10-16-2018 by L.L. No. 3-2018]
[1] 
Critical structural points shall be detailed. Stress diagrams or calculations shall be provided upon request for any structural detail. Trusses or other designed systems must be accompanied by a detailed drawing signed and sealed by the manufacturer's engineer.
[2] 
All wood structural members shall be 1/3 stronger than indicated in the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and standards.
[3] 
All other work shall conform to the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and standards, including plumbing standards.
[4] 
They shall show location and construction details of the sewage disposal system conforming to the standards of the Suffolk County Board of Health. Copies of Suffolk County Board of Health approval of site/disposal plans are to be included with plans.
[5] 
They shall show large-scale typical and special wall sections.
[6] 
All concrete shall be a minimum of two-thousand-five-hundred-pound test. All foundation walls are to be reinforced.
[7] 
Double all floor joists under tubs and any other large-scale dead loads.
(d) 
A plot plan prepared by a licensed surveyor, which shall include the following:
[1] 
The name of the surveyor and the date of the survey.
[2] 
A drawing of the lot with courses and distances of boundaries; existing and proposed contours at two-foot intervals; acreage; its relation to all lands contiguous thereto; the ownership of such contiguous lands; a North arrow; the width of the public rights-of-way; the subdivision name, sections and lot numbers; the size and location of existing and proposed buildings thereon; structures; fences; pavement; porches, swimming pools; pole lines, etc., including pavement in public right-of-way; restrictions; easements; yardlines, etc.
[3] 
The words "the submission of this plot constitutes an irrevocable offer to dedicate this right-of-way for public highway purposes" in the right-of-way of all roads adjoining the property.
[4] 
An indication of important trees or natural growth, if existing. Trees and natural growth must be preserved between the property line and the shoulders of the road.
[5] 
The location of driveways to avoid traffic hazards. A turnaround area shall be provided so that cars are not required to back onto a public roadway.
[6] 
Stormwater drainage shall be so arranged that water does not drain onto the public right-of-way or adjacent property. Catch basins and drywells shall be required, if necessary, to eliminate the above condition.
(3) 
The completed plot plan shall be submitted to the Building Inspector, who shall present the same to the Planning Board for approval. Such approval shall be by resolution of the Board certifying that the land and proposed erection, alteration or addition conforms in all essential details to the delineation of said property on the Official Map.
(4) 
The person who is identified on the application for a building permit as the owner of the building to be erected or altered shall complete and sign the Addendum to Building Permit Application which states he knows a certificate of occupancy must be obtained before occupying such dwelling. Also, he will be in violation of this chapter in he neglects to do so.
(5) 
The fee for said permit as hereinafter provided for in § 170-23 shall be duly paid.
B. 
To obtain a permit for the erection or alteration of a structure as so defined in § 170-1, the applicant shall submit to the Building Inspector drawings, sketches and other pertinent information required to define the proposed erection or alteration of the structure. The fees for such permits shall be as set forth from time to time by resolution of the Board of Trustees.
[Amended 10-18-1988 by L.L. No. 1-1988; 10-5-1992 by L.L. No. 1-1992]
C. 
The Building Inspector shall have the right and authority to require any additions, alterations, corrections or changes on any plans, drawings or specifications as he deems necessary before issuing a permit.
If the property on which the building or structure proposed to be erected, altered or added to is one of the lots, plots, blocks or sites into which property has been subdivided with or without streets, a map for the above must have been filed in the office of the Clerk of the Village of Belle Terre and in the office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk pursuant to any applicable provisions of the Real Property Law of the State of New York, prior to any application for a permit.
A street giving access to the building proposed to be erected, altered or added to must have been duly placed on the Official Map. Such street shall be suitably improved to the satisfaction of the Planning Board or, in the discretion of the Planning Board, a performance bond shall be furnished pursuant to the provisions of the Village Law of the State of New York.
[Amended 10-18-1988 by L.L. No. 1-1988; 10-5-1992 by L.L. No. 1-1992]
A. 
Building permit fees are established by the Village Building Inspector. Fees are based on 1/2 of 1% of the total cost of all construction and shall include new buildings, alterations of existing buildings, tennis courts, decks, docks, swimming pools and porches. Estimated or contract construction costs shall be based on present-day average figures, as verified and approved by the Building Inspector. Minimum construction cost is $350 per square foot for new construction and $175 per square foot for interior redesigns, conversions, decks and porches, which fees shall be assessed at the discretion of the Building Inspector.
[Amended 1-18-2005; 7-16-2024 by L.L. No. 3-2024]
B. 
Building permits will be dated the date of approval by the Building Inspector. The permit will expire one year from date of issuance. One set of approved building plans and specifications shall be retained in the files of the Village Building Inspector, and another set shall be returned to the applicant, together with the building permit, and shall be kept at the building site open to inspection by the Building Inspector or his authorized representative at all reasonable times.
[Amended 1-18-2005; 7-16-2024 by L.L. No. 3-2024]
C. 
The building permit and the certificate of occupancy fee shall be by cash, check, or credit card, payable to the Village of Belle Terre. The fee shall be paid prior to the issuance of a building permit.
[Amended 7-16-2024 by L.L. No. 3-2024]
D. 
Conditions for refund.
[Amended 1-18-2005]
(1) 
If a building permit has not been issued and the applicant cancels the construction and requests the return of plans, a charge set forth from time to time by resolution of the Board of Trustees will be made for the preliminary examination. This amount will be deducted from the original fee and the balance returned. Upon resubmission of plans at a later date a new application must be completed and the original building permit fee paid in full.
(2) 
If on the other hand a building permit has been issued, a refund will not be granted. Upon resubmission of the plan at a later date the original building permit may be submitted for renewal and the renewal fee applies.
E. 
All permits shall expire within 12 months of issuance. Renewals may be obtained by submitting original permit to the Building Inspector. There shall be a fee as set forth from time to time by the Board of Trustees. This fee shall be payable for a further extension of one year only. Additional renewable fees as required may be obtained as stated above.
[Amended 1-18-2005; 3-18-2014 by L.L. No. 4-2014]
F. 
In each case where a building, structure or swimming pool was erected or commenced prior to the issuance of a building permit, there shall be an additional fee as set forth from time to time by resolution of the Board of Trustees.
G. 
In each case where an appeal to the Board of Appeals is required to validate a building, structure or swimming pool which was erected or commenced prior to the issuance of a building permit, there shall be an additional fee as set forth from time to time by resolution of the Board of Trustees.
After the foundation has been constructed, there shall be a survey of the property submitted, guaranteed by a licensed surveyor, indicating the location of the foundation. No framing or other construction shall be commenced until this survey has been approved by the Building Inspector.
[Amended 3-18-2014 by L.L. No. 4-2014]
The work in connection with a permit for a new building, structure, alteration or addition to an already existing one shall be carried out in such a manner that no damage is done to Village roads. A road bond in the amount of $10,000 shall be (may be) required at the discretion of the Building Inspector.
A map or plot plan will not be required with an application for an alteration to a building or structure where there is proof of no encroachment to the existing front, rear or side yard.
[Amended 10-18-1988 by L.L. No. 1-1988; 10-5-1992 by L.L. No. 1-1992]
A. 
No building hereafter shall be occupied or used in whole or in part for any purpose whatsoever until a certificate of occupancy shall be issued by the Building Inspector, certifying that such building conforms substantially to the requirements of any and all applicable building zone ordinances, rules and regulations of the Planning Board and the plans and specifications as originally approved for such building or alteration or structure for which a permit was duly issued. The fee as set forth from time to time by resolution of the Board of Trustees shall be payable to the Village of Belle Terre when the building permit fee is paid.
B. 
Late filing fees.
(1) 
In each case where a building, structure or swimming pool was erected or commenced prior to the application for a building permit, there shall be an additional fee as set forth from time to time by resolution of the Board of Trustees.
(2) 
In each case where an appeal to the Board of Appeals is required to validate a building, structure or swimming pool which was erected or commenced prior to the application for a building permit, there shall be an additional fee as set forth from time to time by resolution of the Board of Trustees.
(3) 
In each case where a certificate of occupancy and/or a certificate of use is issued under an expired building permit there shall be an additional fee as set forth from time to time by resolution of the Board of Trustees.[1]
[Added 3-16-1999 by L.L. No. 1-1999]
[1]
Editor's Note: See Ch. A175, Fees.
No accessory building or structure shall be constructed on a lot until the construction of the main building has actually been commenced, and no accessory building or structure shall be used in any manner whatsoever or for any purpose unless the main building on the lot is completed and used.
Whenever a building permit or certificate of occupancy shall have been issued, a copy of each shall be filed in the office of the Village Clerk of the Village of Belle Terre by the Building Inspector.
[Amended 10-5-1992 by L.L. No. 1-1992]
If, upon review of plot plans, house plans or specifications, the Building Inspector determines that there exists a nonconformance conflict with the provisions of one or more of the zoning ordinances, he shall so notify the applicant whose signature appears on the application for a permit of this nonconformance or conflict. This shall be done by certified mail. The check for the building permit and certificate of occupancy shall be returned at this time. The applicant shall be notified that he has recourse to the Board of Appeals.
For a permit other than a permit for the erection or alteration of a building or structure, see Article V, Special Permits.
A. 
Whenever the Building Inspector shall find in any building or any premises a condition in violation of the provisions of this chapter or the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code hereto adopted by the Village of Belle Terre, he shall be empowered and authorized and it shall be his duty to order, in writing, the remedying of any such condition in such manner and within such time as he may specify.
[Amended 10-5-1992 by L.L. No. 1-1992]
B. 
The service of orders for the remedying of any condition in violation of the conditions as stated above in this section shall be made upon the owner or occupant of the building or premise or any person responsible for such condition either by:
(1) 
Serving the same personally upon the owner, occupant or the authorized agent of either;
(2) 
Sending by certified mail, return receipt requested, a copy of such order to the owner, occupant or authorized agent of either at the address set forth on the application for a building permit, certificate of occupancy or the tax roll of the Village of Belle Terre; or
(3) 
In the event that no such person is found upon the premises, by affixing a copy thereof in a conspicuous place upon said premises. Another copy of the order shall be mailed by certified mail, return receipt requested, within 24 hours of posting to the person to whom it is directed at the address set forth on the application for a building permit or certificate of occupancy or the tax roll of the Village of Belle Terre.
A. 
A person, including the owner, occupant, general agent, contractor, lessee, tenant or person in charge of an entire building, structure or premises where a violation of the provisions of this chapter has been committed or shall exist, and including the owner, occupant, general agent, contractor, lessee, tenant or person in charge of any part of a building, structure or premises in which part a violation of the provisions of this chapter has been committed or shall exist and including any other person who knowingly commits, takes part or assists in any such violation or who maintains any building, structure or premises in which any violation shall exist, who fails to comply with any order of the Building Inspector within 48 hours following the receipt of said order shall be deemed to have violated this chapter.
B. 
Each day that there has been a failure to comply with said order shall constitute a separate and distinct violation.
C. 
Each day that a violation of this chapter occurs or continues shall constitute a separate and distinct violation.
D. 
In addition to the penalty provided for violation of this chapter[1] or any ordinance, any appropriate action or proceeding may be instituted or taken to prevent an unlawful construction, erection, alteration, repair, maintenance or use, or to restrain, correct or abate any violation or to prevent the occupancy of any such building, structure or premises or to prevent any illegal act, conduct, business or use in or about such building, structure or premises.
[1]
Editor's Note: See § 170-54, Penalties for offenses.