Building Inspection and Code Enforcement Services for the Village of Hamburg are provided by the Town of Hamburg Building Inspection Department located at 6100 South Park Avenue, Hamburg, NY 14075.  The Department can be contacted at (716)-649-6111 extension 2210 or by fax at (716)-646-1967.

Unified Solar Permitting Process

The Village of Hamburg has adopted the NYS Unified Solar Permitting process. For those who are interested in deploying solar on their property refer to the Unified Solar Permit Application the Understanding Solar PV Permitting and Inspecting in New York State guidebook (links below). Please note that all permits issued for solar are processed through the Town of Hamburg Building Department. 

Report Vacant/Abandoned “Zombie” Properties

The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) has established a hotline for residents to report vacant/abandoned properties in your neighborhood.  The number is 800-342-3736.  A newly adopted State Law provides DFS with the authority to require the bank or mortgage holder to inspect, secure and maintain a property that is determined to be vacant and abandoned or face a penalty of up to $500 per day for each day the violation exists.