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Chenango County, NY: Understanding Permit Requirements for Your Adirondack Corp. Outdoor Structure

Welcome, Chenango County residents! Adirondack Corp. is your trusted source for durable and environmentally friendly outdoor furniture, firewood storage solutions and structural storage solutions. We proudly serve communities throughout Chenango County, including Norwich, Greene, Sherburne, Oxford, Afton, Bainbridge, Berlin, and Smyrna. As you plan to enhance your property with a new firewood shed, utility shed, chicken coop, or outdoor bar, it's vital to recognize that local building codes and zoning ordinances in Chenango County often dictate the need for permits.

While Adirondack Corp. focuses on crafting high-quality products that stand the test of time, the responsibility for securing any necessary permits rests with the property owner. Regulations governing outdoor structures like enclosed sheds, animal run-in sheds, and even certain chicken coops can vary significantly from one town or village to another within Chenango County. These rules ensure proper construction, safe placement, and compliance with local land use plans. To avoid potential delays, fines, or the costly removal of your structure, Adirondack Corp. strongly advises contacting your specific local municipal building department or zoning office in Chenango County before purchasing or installing your new outdoor addition. Being proactive in understanding these requirements is key to a smooth and successful project.

Find your town, village, or area in the list below to access the correct contact information. Not sure or don’t see your area? Just contact Chenango County Code Enforcement at 607-337-1796 for assistance.  

City of Norwich

Inspector(s): Amy Donnison

Address: 31 East Main Street, Norwich NY, 13815 

Email: adonnison@norwichnewyork.net 

Telephone:  607-334-1233

Website: https://www.norwichnewyork.net/government/code-enforcement.php

Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8am - 5 pm

Town and Village of Greene

Inspector(s):  Stephen C. Smith

Address: 51 Genesee Street, Town and Village of Greene, NY 13778

Email: greenecode@nygreene.com 

Telephone: 607-656-4191 ext. 214 

Website: https://www.nygreene.gov/code-enforcement.html 

Office Hours: Monday –Thursday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Friday - 8am - Noon or by appointment 

Village of Earlville

Inspector(s): Adam Shaver

Address: 8 North Main St Earlville, NY 13332

Email: Not specified; call for information.

Telephone: (315) 271-5713

Website: https://www.chenangocountyny.gov/208/Code-Enforcement 

Office Hours: Not specified; call for information.

Village of Hamilton 

Inspector(s): Gerard Snow

Address: 3 Broad Street, Hamilton, NY 13346

Email: villagecodes@hamilton-ny.gov 

Telephone: (315) 824-1111 , (315) 750-0497

Website: https://hamilton-ny.gov/departments/code-enforcement/ 

Office Hours: Monday to Friday 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Town of Chenango

Inspector(s): Douglas Walker

Address: 1529 State Route 12, Binghamton, NY 13901

Email: douglas.walker@townofchenangony.gov 

Telephone: (607) 648-4809 ext. 5

Website: https://townofchenangony.gov/departments/building-code/ 

Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Town of Sherburne

Inspector(s): Matt Gladstone

Address: 1 Canal St, Sherburne NY 13460

Email: Not specified; call for information.

Telephone: (607) 373-5515

Website: https://townofsherburne.net/cat_team/codes-enforcement/ 

Office Hours: Not specified; call for information.

Town of Smithville

Inspector(s): Bruce G. Kinney

Address: 5285 State Highway 41, Smithville Flats, NY 13841

Email: bgkmidnightrun@gmail.com 

Telephone: (607) 743-7654

Website: https://smithvilleny.com/code-enforcement.html 

Office Hours: Monday, Thursday 4-5pm by app't