Permits and Applications


Demolition Permit Applications

Demolition Permit Application
The Demolition Permit Application is used for approval of the proper demolition of structures. The application includes Asbestos reports, disconnection of utilities, inspection requests, and the Sewer Cap Off Permit Application which should be submitted to the DPS Administration Office at City Yards at 840 Linden Place Extension before submitting the Demolition Permit Application to Inspection Services. See the Demolition Permit Checklist for more information.

Application
»Demolition Permit Checklist
»Demolition Permit Application

Resources
»Application Directions
»Permit Fees (pdf)
»City of Elmira Insurance Requirements
»New York State Industrial Code #56
»Division of Safety and Health Website
»Complete WC/DB Form CE-200 online


Excavation Permit Application
The Excavation Permit Application is used for approval of Excavations that enter the City's right-of-way. It is used for sewer connections, water line installation or repair, and other projects. Additional applications may be necessary before or after you receive the Excavation Permit. See the application for more information. All excavations must be done according to the Excavation Specifications and Standards below.

IT'S THE LAW: You must call Dig Safely NY at 1-800-962-7962 at least 2 full working days before you dig.

Application
»Excavation Permit Application

Resources
»Application Directions
»Permit Fees (pdf)
»City of Elmira Insurance Requirements
»Excavation Specifications and Standards
»Dig Safely NY Website
»Elmira Water Board Website


Sewer Cap-Off Permit Application
The Sewer Cap-Off Permit Application is to cap-off and disconnect an existing sewer line.

Application
»Sewer Cap-Off Permit Application