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When a property is being taxed for an addition or alteration, (that does not appear in the building department files) why is the addition or alteration not listed in the building departments property file and not considered legal?

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When a property is being taxed for an addition or alteration, (that does not appear in the building department files) why is the addition or alteration not listed in the building departments property file and not considered legal?

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The tax assessor assesses real property (what is presently on the parcel). When work is done under a building permit a report is filed with the tax assessor and the work is recorded and taxed accordingly. Upon a site inspection by the assessor’s office, if additions or alterations are found, they are taxed accordingly. The assessor’s office does not report it’s findings back to the building department. Any work done that requires a building permit that is done without obtaining one is considered to be illegal. 16. Why can’t a homeowner do his own plumbing work? Plumbing permits can only be issued to a plumber licensed by Westchester County. 17. Why must a property survey be submitted when you apply for a building permit for an addition to your home? A survey is required to establish compliance with current zoning setbacks for the proposed addition. 18. Why is an As Built survey required upon completion of an addition for which a variance is granted? A licensed surveyor must certify the

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