Building Permits in Chestnut Ridge, NY
Chestnut Ridge is an incorporated village within Ramapo and operates its own building department. All permits for work in Chestnut Ridge must come from the village — not from Ramapo town.
Building Department
Inspector: Alfred Fusco III
Phone: 845-425-8283
Email: buildingdept@chestnutridgevillage.org
Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00am–3:30pm (no applications accepted after 3:30pm)
Address: 277 South Main Street, Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977
Appointments are required for all building department visits. No permit applications accepted after 3:30pm. Plan accordingly.
Permit Application Forms
How It Works in Chestnut Ridge
- Inspector: Alfred Fusco III
- IMPORTANT: Appointments required — call 845-425-8283 or email buildingdept@chestnutridgevillage.org before visiting
- No permit applications accepted after 3:30pm
- Fee schedule adopted April 9, 2025 — current and available online
- Building permit fees: $200 for first $1,000 of new construction; $11 per additional $1,000; Certificate of Occupancy: $100
- Chestnut Ridge has its own building department, separate from Town of Ramapo
- Zoning code: ecode360.com/CH3561
Common Questions
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This guide summarizes publicly available information. Requirements, fees, and procedures change — always verify current information with the building department before starting a project. This is not legal advice.