Responsibilities of the Town of Elma Building Department entail the Enforcement of Local and State Building codes in conjunction with Local Zoning enforcement encompassing approximately 36 square miles.

All building permits are issued by this Department.

Contractors Registration:
Under Town Code _ 105 all contractors, peddlers and solicitors who work within the Town of Elma must be registered with the Town. An application is required with all proper insurances and coverages. Fee to register is $45.00 and $25.00 to renew every year thereafter.

Fire Inspections:
State law mandates that every Industrial, Commercial and Multiple Dwelling be inspected once per year.

Property Maintenance:
The Town Building Department is responsible for the enforcement of property maintenance under the State property maintenance code.