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Dunkirk introduces sweeping changes to building-permit fees; public hearing set for Dec. 3
Summary
Local Law No.2-2024, which would amend Dunkirk City Code to update building construction and permit fees (including new per-square-foot formulas and tower fees), was introduced and tabled for a public hearing on Dec. 3, 2024 at 5:30 PM.
The Dunkirk Common Council introduced Local Law No. 2-2024 on Nov. 19 to amend Chapter 15 and add Chapter 31, Article IX to the Dunkirk City Code, updating building-construction fees and permit schedules. The proposed schedules include new formulas such as residential primary-structure fees set at $100 + $0.15 per square foot, new-commercial fees at $200 + $0.45 per square foot, tower and telecommunication fees (special tower new $3,000; co-user on existing tower $1,500), and adjusted fees for roofing, plumbing, inspections and certificates of occupancy.
Councilman-at-Large Weiser said a public hearing must be scheduled before council action. Councilwoman Nichols moved and the council voted to table Local Law 2-2024 for a public hearing on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024 at 5:30 PM. The council carried the motion unanimously. The law text includes effective-date language stating the local law will take effect upon filing with the Secretary of State.
The proposed fee schedule in the draft local law varies by project type and scale; the full fee tables were included in the draft ordinance presented at the meeting. Council members noted that more public input would be solicited at the Dec. 3 hearing.
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