Village of Flower Hill Building Permits
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4.6on Google (11 reviews). Opens our Google listing.Flower Hill is a village in the Town of North Hempstead, and permits go to the Village. The Village's rule: same-day inspections are not granted.
Village of Flower Hill Building Department (not us)
- Address
- Village Hall, 1 Bonnie Heights Road, Manhasset, NY 11030
- Phone
- 516-627-5000
- Hours
- Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm.
- Permit portal
- None. The application is filed on paper, in ink or typed, with plans and specifications.
- Permit rules
- Building Department: when you need a permit
- Local code
- Code of the Village of Flower Hill
Village of Flower Hill Building Permit Fees
A residential building permit in Flower Hill costs $750 plus $3.75 per square foot for alterations, or $750 plus $5.25 per square foot for a new house or addition, plus a road impact fee.
| Permit | Fee |
|---|---|
| New house or addition | $750 plus $5.25 per square foot, plus bond |
| Alterations | $750 plus $3.75 per square foot |
| Decks, walkways, patios | $750 plus 50¢ per square foot |
| Fence | $1 per linear foot, $250 minimum |
| Swimming pool | $1,750 |
| Demolition of a house | $1,000 |
| Road impact fee | $1,000 plus $2.50 per square foot |
Legalizing existing construction costs double the current fee.
Source: Village of Flower Hill: 2025 Fees, Charges and Deposits (PDF) (opens in a new tab). Checked .
How Filing Works in Flower Hill
- NotarizedThe application has a notarized owner or agent affidavit.
- Fresh surveyTwo copies of a survey from the past 6 months.
- Plans and photosTwo copies of site plans and photos, plus licenses and insurance.
- Complete onlyIncomplete applications will not be accepted.
Selling your house? Close your open permits first.
How We Help in Flower Hill
- ARC ready. We put together the zoning chart, contours, neighbor photos and mailing.
- Inspections booked right, 48 hours ahead, for the inspector's 1–3pm window.
- Need a variance? We refer you to a zoning/land-use attorney and keep the permit moving.
Decks, fences, sheds and pools: about 2–4 weeks. Other jobs: about 4–8 weeks on average.* It varies by village and scope.*Typical time is based on an average job in the Village of Flower Hill, assuming no extra work or construction needs to be done and the building department accepts the permit application.
Flower Hill Permit Questions
What work needs a permit in Flower Hill?
The Village lists built-in generators, central air, cesspools, changes of grade, curb cuts and driveway aprons, dumpsters, fences, new or replacement doors and windows, oil tank abandonment, driveway work, roofing, sheds, storage pods, structural repairs (including new stairs and deck replacement), tents and tree removal. Repairs must meet code but don't need a permit. The Village suggests calling to confirm.
Source: Village of Flower Hill: Building Department (opens in a new tab)
When does a job go to the Architectural Review Committee?
New homes, additions, and changes to a home's look, like the facade, porch or portico. The committee meets the 4th Monday at 7pm. It only advises; the Board of Trustees votes on approval.
Source: Village of Flower Hill: Building Department (opens in a new tab)
What goes in an ARC submission?
One copy for first review, then 6 copies at least 2 weeks before the meeting. Include a zoning chart, 2-foot contours, stormwater design for a 3-inch rain, a landscape plan, color photos of 2 homes on each side and 5 across the street, and material samples. New homes need 3-D renderings or a model. The owner and designer must attend.
Source: Village of Flower Hill: ARC Checklist (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
How do inspections work?
Ask at least 48 hours ahead; same-day inspections are not granted. The inspector goes out between 1 and 3pm on business days. The inspection is set only once the office confirms it.
Source: Village of Flower Hill: Building Department (opens in a new tab)
How long is a Flower Hill permit good for?
One year for building, plumbing and demolition permits, and 18 months for a new one-family house. A permit expires if work hasn't begun within 6 months. The Superintendent may also expire it after 90 days in a row with no work.
Source: Village of Flower Hill Code, Ch. 85 (opens in a new tab)
What local rules do contractors sign on to?
Weekday work runs 8am–6pm. Saturday 9am–5pm is for quiet interior work only, with the Superintendent's OK. No work on Sundays or federal holidays. Every new fence needs a permit, even a like-for-like one, and dumpsters can never sit in the street.
Source: Village of Flower Hill: Affidavit of Compliance (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
Hours
- Monday
- 8:30am–8:30pm
- Tuesday
- 8:30am–8:30pm
- Wednesday
- 8:30am–8:30pm
- Thursday
- 8:30am–8:30pm
- Friday
- 8:30am–8:30pm
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
After-hours and weekend messages are answered the next business day.
Prefer to talk? Call or text 516-399-0139.