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.
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
Forms
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.
View 2022 Planning Board Schedule
Building Inspection Staff:
Dan Wojewoda
Building Inspector
Megan Brewer
Inspection Data Coordinator / Zoning Officer
mbrewer@lockportny.gov
2021 agendas
Comprehensive Plan Updates
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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