Though the Bureau of Inspection office is currently closed to the public, building permits are still being issued and necessary inspections are being conducted. Building permit applications can be printed from the City of Batavia website, or obtained by contacting the Bureau of Inspection.

“Many residents and contractors may be looking to plan projects, and I want to make sure they realize that the City Bureau of Inspection office is accepting and processing permit applications and will issue permits for the construction season,” said Matt Worth, director of Public Works for the City of Batavia.

An inspector is typically in the office to answer questions, by phone, that you may have in regards to any project you may be considering.

Permits may be submitted through the following methods:

• Email – mchilano@batavianewyork.com
• Fax -- (585) 345-1385
• Placed in the City Hall drop box adjacent to the City Hall front door

​Applicants will be notified when the permit has been issued, at which time, payment can be made by the following methods:

• Check sent by mail to Bureau of Inspection, at One Batavia City Centre
• Dropbox on the wall outside the doors of City Hall
• Personal internet banking
• Credit card over the phone (fee will be applied)

Applicants must call in advance for required inspections.

For questions, please call the Bureau of Inspection at (585) 345-6345.