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
Public Forum on Wastewater Infrastructure Thurs. Sept. 23 at 6pm
The City of Lockport will conduct a public forum on the city’s water and sewer infrastructure on Thursday, September 23, 2021. The meeting will take place at 6pm in Common Council chambers at the Municipal Building, 1 Locks Plaza. A representative from the NYS DEC...
Important Information Regarding U.S. Small Business Administration Low-Interest Loans
The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest loans to residents and businesses impacted by the July, 2021 flood. Review the links below for more information. USSBA News Release USSBA Loan Fact Sheet 30 Second PSA
City Hall Closing Update
Lockport City Hall is closed because of a water main break. It is anticipated that repair work will continue the rest of the week, and that the building will reopen on Monday, September 13th at 8:30am.
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