The Department of Building is responsible for the enforcement of the ordinances of the City of White Plains and all applicable county and state laws which regulate the use and occupancy of private land and structures. The Department's goal is to secure the public's general health and safety through inspections relating to the following areas:
Our permit procedure provides oversight on the design, construction, alteration, addition, repair, removal, demolition, use, and occupancy of structures in the city, thereby minimizing the loss to property and life which could occur as a result of accidents and natural disasters.
The department coordinates its program with other departments and agencies of the city, county, and state governments, and also with private agencies that have similar responsibilities, including among others, the American Society for Testing and Materials, the National Fire Protection Association, and Underwriters Laboratories.
City Ordinances enforced by the department include the following:
Federal Laws enforced include:
State Laws enforced include: