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Responsibilities
The Department of Community Development (Development Services) oversees commercial and residential development in the Town of Irondequoit to ensure all applicable regulations are met regarding building construction, fire prevention, property maintenance, land use, planning, and zoning.
The Department encompasses the divisions of Building, Code Enforcement and Fire Marshal, as well as providing administrative and technical support to the Town’s Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals.
The Department also administers the Irondequoit Home Improvement Program (IHIP), which provides grant funds to qualified residents for specified home renovation projects.
- Are there any incentives available for new businesses?
- What do I need to do to open a new business in Irondequoit?
- How long does it take to get a permit?
- Do I need a building permit?
- What information do I need to apply for a building permit?
- Can I perform my own work?
- Is a permit required for a storage shed?
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Related Documents
- 2025 Building Permit Fee Schedule - Effective 10-2025
- Application to Register Rental Property (PDF)
- Building Permit Application (PDF)
- Building Permit Fee Schedule (PDF)
- Building Permit Overview - Information and Instructions (PDF)
- Change of Occupancy - (PDF)
- Deck Permit Information (PDF)
- Demolition Permit Request (PDF)
- Electrical Work Information (PDF)
- Fence Permit Information Sheet (PDF)
- Floodplain Permit Application (PDF)
- Homeowner Protection Program (HOPP) Agencies by Region (PDF)
- Irondequoit Complaint Form (PDF)
- Landscape Guidelines - March 2023 - (PDF)
- Lead-Safe Certification (PDF)
- Neighborhood Enhancement Program Project Application (PDF)
- Plumber Permit Application (PDF)
- Plumbing License and Permit Agreement (PDF)
- Rabies Clinic Preregistration (PDF)
- Short Term Rental Application 2025
- Short Term Rental Contact Information
- Storage Shed Information Sheet (PDF)
- Swimming Pools, Hot Tubs, and Spas Information Sheet (PDF)
- Town Board Application and Instructions (PDF)