Building Permits in Grand View-on-Hudson, NY

Grand View-on-Hudson is an incorporated village within Orangetown and operates its own building department. All permits for work in Grand View-on-Hudson must come from the village — not from Orangetown town.

Building Department

Inspector: Joe Knizeski

Phone: 845-358-2919

Email: [email protected]

Hours: By appointment

Address: 151 River Road, Grand View-on-Hudson, NY 10960

Very small village on the Hudson River. Building permits are required before any real estate transaction closes. All visits by appointment only.

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Flood Zone Notice
Grand View-on-Hudson sits directly on the Hudson River. FEMA flood zone regulations apply to all construction. Contact the building inspector before any project.

Permit Application Forms

Building Permit Application (2024)

Current 2024 building permit application

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Building Permit Instructions

Instructions for completing the building permit application

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Steps to Obtain a Building Permit

Overview of the permit process

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Tree Removal Permit Application

Required for tree removal in the village

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How It Works in Grand View-on-Hudson

One of the smallest villages in Rockland County — population under 300
Inspector: Joe Knizeski
A Certificate of Occupancy inspection is required before a home can be sold — plan ahead when listing your property
Entire village is on the Hudson River — FEMA flood zone rules apply
2024 building permit application available online at gvoh-ny.gov
Appointments required for all building department visits — email [email protected] to schedule

Common Questions

I'm selling my home in Grand View-on-Hudson. Do I need anything from the building department?

Yes. Grand View-on-Hudson requires a Certificate of Occupancy inspection before a property can change hands. Contact the building department at [email protected] or 845-358-2919 well in advance of your closing to schedule the inspection. This can affect your closing timeline if not addressed early.

What flood zone rules apply in Grand View-on-Hudson?

The entire village is on the Hudson River and subject to FEMA flood zone regulations. Contact inspector Joe Knizeski at 845-358-2919 or [email protected] before starting any construction project to understand the applicable requirements for your specific property.

How do I get a building permit in Grand View-on-Hudson?

Download the 2024 Building Permit Application from gvoh-ny.gov/building-department/ and email [email protected] to schedule an appointment with inspector Joe Knizeski. All building department visits are by appointment only. For the permit checklist, the village website includes step-by-step instructions.

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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.