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
Old Niagara Road Bridge to Close for 3 Weeks
Road work is scheduled to begin next week on Old Niagara Road in the City of Lockport, which will impact traffic for several weeks. Beginning Monday, June 29, 2020, the bridge on Old Niagara Road just west of the intersection with North Transit Road will close for...
Paving Scheduled June 17-18 Will Temporarily Close West Caledonia Street
Crews with the City of Lockport will begin to pave West Caledonia Street this week, causing temporary road closures on Wednesday, June 17 and Thursday, June 18. During construction, the street will be closed to all traffic. Residents are asked to make every effort to...
Paving Operations Planned June 11 to Impact West Ontario Street
The City of Lockport has announced that work will begin to pave on West Ontario Street in the city on Thursday, June 11. This road work will be conducted between the railroad tracks on West Ontario Street and the intersection with South Niagara Street. During this...
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