Building Department
Office Hours: Monday – Friday
8:45 AM – 4:15 PM
Telephone: (516) 354-0022
Fax: (516) 354-6004
Tom Gannon
Superintendent of the Building Department
Village of New Hyde Park Storm Update
as of November 1, 2012 at 10AM
Village of New Hyde Park Hot Line Numbers
Department of Public Works 516-354-0064
Clerk's Office 516-354-0022
Village Court 516-354-6330
If line is busy, please keep trying
There are over 70 trees down in the Village with many lying on houses and property. Highway crews have been working from dawn to dusk clearing trees that are not entangled in electrical wires. In addition, many large branches have fallen and are affecting roads and property. We are making every attempt possible to clear this condition as quickly as possible.
Curbside Leaf Collection has been suspended
Sanitation collections remain on regular schedule
Many areas of the Village are still without power. LIPA has not provided any official information to the Village as to their restoration schedule.
Village Hall does not have power or telephone service. The Clerks Office, Village Traffic Court, and the Building Department remain closed until further notice. The base of operation has been relocated and staff can be reached at the numbers above
The New Hyde Park Fire Department remains in full operation as they had been throughout the storm.
Western Water Authority has reported on their Web Site (as of 10/31/2012 12PM) that drinking water is still safe, but do ask that residents limit their use of water.
Cablevision and FIOS have reported regional outages in and around the New Hyde Park Area, primarily due to power outages.
As power begins to be restored, residents are reminded to AVOID CONTACT WITH DOWNED WIRES.
Mayor Petruccio declared a State of Emergency in the Incorporated Village of New Hyde Park on October 29, 2012 at 4PM which remains in effect until further notice.
The Village has establishing an alternate telephone number to call for information at 516-354-022. Residents can also email NHPInfo@vnhp.org or visit the web site at www.vnhp.org
The Building Department is responsible for overseeing all building activity within the
Village, including:
· Permit Processing & Issuance – Permits are required for roof, fence, building, plumbing, dumpster, and a street opening. (see forms library)
· Insurance Certification – Contractors are required to maintain appropriate and updated insurance certification
· Plan Review
· Building File Maintenance
· Building & Zoning Code Adherence
· Rental Registration
· Illegal Occupancy Investigation
VILLAGE
CODE BOOK
ILLEGAL TWO FAMILY UPDATE
The Village continues to prosecute offenders
On January 16, 2008 the Village set a fine and was paid the sum of $14,000 by the owner of a Single Family home that used the dwelling by more than one family. The owner was also required to obtain all of the proper permits to remove a second kitchen. (Illegal Two Family)
On July 18, 2007 the Village set a fine and was paid the sum of $12,000 by the owner of a Single Family home that used the dwelling by more than one family. The owner was also required to obtain all of the proper permits to remove a second kitchen. (Illegal Two Family)
On June 20, 2007 the Village set a fine and was paid the sum of $1,250 by the owner of a Single Family home that used the dwelling by more than one family. The owner was also required to obtain all of the proper permits to remove a second kitchen. (Illegal Two Family)
On June 20, 2007 the Village set a fine and was paid the sum of $5,500 by the owner of a Single Family home that used the dwelling by more than one family. The owner was also required to obtain all of the proper permits to remove a second kitchen. (Illegal Two Family)
On May 16, 2007 the Village set a fine and was paid the sum of $10,000 by the owner of a Single Family home that used the dwelling by more than one family. The owner was also required to obtain all of the proper permits to remove a second kitchen. (Illegal Two Family)
On September 18, 2006 the Village set a fine and was paid the sum of $1,000 by the owner of a Single Family home that used the dwelling by more than one family. The owner was also required to obtain all of the proper permits to remove a second kitchen. (Illegal Two Family)
On June 21, 2006 the Village set a fine and was paid the sum of $11,000 by the owner of a Single Family home that used the dwelling by more than one family. The owner was also required to obtain all of the proper permits to remove a second kitchen. (Illegal Two Family)
On April 19, 2005 the Village set a fine and was paid the sum of $4,100 by the owner of a Single Family home that used the dwelling by more than one family. The owner was also required to obtain all of the proper permits to remove a second kitchen. (Illegal Two Family)
On October 19, 2005 the Village won a judgment in Village Court requiring the owner of an Illegal Two Family home to pay the sum of $2,000. The owner was also required to obtain all of the proper permits to remove a second kitchen.
On July 6, 2005 the Village won a judgment in Village Court requiring the owner of an Illegal Two Family home to pay the sum of $8,000. The owner was also required to obtain all of the proper permits to remove a second kitchen.
On May 18, 2005 the Village won a judgment in Village Court requiring the owner of an Illegal Two Family home to pay the sum of $20,000. The owner was also required to obtain all of the proper permits to remove a second kitchen.
On November 17, 2004 the Village won a judgment in Village Court requiring the owner of a legal Two Family home being used as an Illegal Four Family home to pay the sum of $38,000. This may be one of the largest awards in Village History.
On November 3, 2004 the Village won a judgment in Village Court requiring the owner of an Illegal Two Family home to pay the sum of $19,000 plus $608.40 interest owed when the fine was paid.
On May 21, 2003 the Village won a judgment in Village Court requiring the owner of an Illegal Two Family home to pay the sum of $17,500.
On May 21, 2003 the Village won a judgment in Village Court requiring the owner of an Illegal Two Family home to pay the sum of $17,500.
On October 15, 2003 the Village won a judgment in Village Court requiring the owner of an Illegal Two Family home to pay the sum of $17,500.