Building Inspection
Building Permits
Due to COVID-19, all permits will be handled electronically. For more information please contact Megan Brewer directly at mbrewer@lockportny.gov
Code Enforcement
Code enforcement in Lockport is intended to ensure all buildings are maintained to meet international building code standards. Code enforcement also deals with public nuisances and debris issues. Learn more about the office here.
The Building Inspection Department oversees the approval of construction and demolition projects within the City of Lockport. The department also works with the Common Council and state and national agencies to maintain compliance with building code standards and requirements, ensuring the safe design and construction of new structures or renovation of existing properties.
The department is also responsible for the planning and zoning activities within the City of Lockport. For questions related to zoning or the variance application process, please contact the Building Inspection Department.
Building Inspection Staff:
Dan Wojewoda
Building Inspector
Megan Brewer
Inspection Data Coordinator / Zoning Officer
mbrewer@lockportny.gov
Comprehensive Plan Updates
Recent News
Department of Community Development Accepting Applications for the First-time Homeownership Program
Department of Community Development Accepting Applications for the First-time Homeownership Program The City of Lockport Department of Community Development is accepting applications to the First-time Homeownership Program for a recently awarded New York State Homes...
New York State Celebrates Arbor Day and Awards Additional $1.18 Million Urban and Community Forestry Grants that includes the City of Lockport
The City of Lockport has been awarded a $50,000 New York State grant for tree maintenance that supports community tree projects to protect natural resources, air and water quality. In celebration of Arbor Day, Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul and NYS Department of Environmental...
Electronics Recycling Program Moving to Outwater Drive in June
Electronic waste can still be dropped off at Harrison Place on Walnut Street on both Saturday, May 1 and Saturday, May 15, from 10 am until 12 noon each day. Beginning in June, e-waste events will be held in the city parking lot on Outwater Drive at Outwater Park,...
Building Inspection
Jason Dool
Chief Building Inspector
Lockport Municipal Building
One Locks Plaza
Lockport, New York 14094
7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Office
716.439.6754
Fax
716.439.6605
jdool@lockportny.gov