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Construction is one of Stamford’s fastest growing sectors. You can take advantage of the city’s building boom by learning more about local permits, licenses, insurance, inspections, and equipment needs.
You’ll need a building permit for any new construction and additions, alterations, or repairs to existing buildings. The City of Stamford Building Department issues these permits.
Apply for your permit via the city’s online ViewPermit portal. You’ll receive an email confirming your application’s acceptance. It will tell you to visit the Government Center to get all relevant departments to sign off on your permit application. These may include:
ViewPermit lists all sign-offs you need. Once you get them, upload pdf versions of the following to ViewPermit or email them to BuildingDept@stamfordct.gov:
Then schedule your permit appointment in one of these ways:
Give the following in your appointment request:
Bring the following to your appointment:
Connecticut’s Department of Consumer Protection issues the state’s building licenses. Mail your complete application to the department’s License Services Division with the following:
Look out for renewal notices sent by mail and email. You can renew your license online or by mail.
Insurance protects you from financial hardship caused by problems during a project. You’ll at least need general liability insurance and worker’s compensation if you employ other builders. Umbrella coverage can boost your limits and provide wider coverage. It’s a good idea if you have large-scale projects or pricey materials or tools.
Many insurance brokers will sit down with you to learn more about your needs. They can then put together a good insurance package bundling the policies you need.
Stamford has sandy loam soils with good drainage. So long as the soil isn’t loose, a boom lift or forklift will work fine on local lots. Stamford’s blocks of land tend to be smooth and flat. This means you can use standard manlifts and scissor lifts, rather than rough terrain ones.
With careful planning and research, you can make sure your building business thrives in Stamford.