James P. McCann, Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer - bldginsp@townofcambria.com
Phone: (716) 433-7664 ext 126

Matthew Cooper, Deputy Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer - mcooper@townofcambria.com
Phone: (716) 433-7664 ext 133

Office Hours: Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 4:00pm (Inspections & Site Work require the Building Inspectors to be out of the office. Calling ahead to schedule an appointment is strongly reccomended.) If we are unable to get to the phone we encourage you to leave your name, address and brief message so we can have the information ready when returning your call.

Krista Brocious - Clerk - kbrocious@townofcambria.com
Phone: (716) 433-7664 ext 111
Office Hours: Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 4:00pm

About

The Town of Cambria Building Inspector is also the Code Enforcement Officer.  He is charged by the Town Board to enforce federal, state and municipal regulations to protect the health, safety, and welfare of our citizens. 

IF YOUR PROJECT REQUIRES AN APPEARANCE BEFORE THE PLANNING OR ZONING BOARD, APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO OUR OFFICE BY THE 2ND TO LAST BUSINESS DAY OF THE MONTH TO BE PLACED ON THE NEXT MONTH'S AGENDA. This is due to time constraints to prepare the proper paperwork with the various parties involved. Special permits, variances, and sub-division charges are based upon the complexity of the project and include consulting engineer costs, advertising fees, etc.

New York is phasing in new building codes based on the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, requiring most new construction, including homes under seven stories, to be all-electric starting on December 31, 2025. These new codes, incorporated into the Uniform Fire Protection and Building Code, will prohibit gas appliances and heating systems in most new buildings to reuce greenhouse gas emissions.

WHO IS AFFECTED?
*New Construction - The new all-electric mandate primarily affects new residentioal buildings and low-rise commercial buildings.
*Existing Buildings - Existing homes and renovations on existing structures are not affected by these new all-electric requirements.
 *Builders and Contractors - Builders will need to incorporate electyric heating, cooling, and cooking systems, such as heat pumps and induction stoves in new projects.

Any permits pulled prior to December 31, 2025 will adhere to the current codes as they have been.

This is a New York State change. The State has come out with new codes for 2026.


It is strongly recommended that individuals review the application and procedures with the Building Inspector prior to completing and or submitting these forms.

Link to NYS DEC Wetlands


 Zoning Ordinance- updated                         Abbreviated List of Building Requirements

Building Fee Schedule                                    Approved List of Electrical Inspectors

FEMA Flood Map Service Center - Search by Address


Building Inspector Forms:

Accessory Structure Permit Application

Commercial Construction & Renovation Application

Deck/Porch Permit Application

Demolition Permit

Fences (as found in the Zoning Ordinance) Fence Permit Application

Generator Permit Application Generator Requirements 

Interior Renovations Application

Pool Permit Application Pool Requirements 

Roofing Permit Application 

Roof Mounted Solar Panels Permit Application     

Sign Use Permit Application

Single Family Home Application         Truss Form      Truss Codes 


Planning Board Forms: All Planning applications should accompany and Agricultural Data Sheet and SEQR statement. Please complete only Part 1 of SEQR, but bring in the full form.

Agricultural Data Statement             SEQR 1-3

Ground Solar Permit  Niagara County Solar Panel Form

Minor Sub-Division Application  Procedure Sub-Division 

Filing of a Sub-Division Niagara County Subdivision Map Filing

Rezoning Application

Site Plan Review Application

Special Events Permit Application    Special Events Site Plan Procedure


Zoning Board Forms:

Guidelines for Applicants for Zoning Board of Appeals     Please read these before completing applications.

Area Variance Application  

SEQR 1-3 Please complete only Part 1 of SEQR but bring the full form (Special Permit & Use Variance only).

Special Use Permit Application 

Use Variance Application 

Cambria is a place where history is honored and progress is welcomed. For more information or if you have any questions, please contact us.

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