Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need for a house number?
When you call to obtain a house number, if possible, please have the following information ready:
- Current Owner's Name or Person Calling
- Address of Home (including the Town)
- Previous Owner's Name
- Tax Map Number
- Which side of the road the property is on (N/S/E/W)?
- Do you know the closest house number to the property and the owner's
name?
What type of building requirements are needed when building a house?
Contact your code enforcement officer for details.
Call your local municipality to find out who your local code enforcement officer is:
| City of Cortland | 753-0872 |
| Town of Cincinnatus | 863-4220 |
| Town of Cortlandville | 756-4659 |
| Town of Cuyler | 842-6335 |
| Town of Freetown | 849-6372 |
| Town of Harford | 844-9908 |
| Town of Homer | 749-3364 |
| Village of Homer | 749-3322 |
| Town of Lapeer | 849-3808 |
| Town of Marathon | 849-3455 |
| Village of Marathon | 849-3812 |
| Village of McGraw | 836-6294 |
| Town of Preble | 749-3199 |
| Town of Scott | 749-7907 |
| Town of Solon | 836-6246 |
| Town of Taylor | 863-3716 |
| Town of Truxton | 842-6357 |
| Town of Virgil | 835-6174 |
| Town of Willet | 863-4877 |
When are Cortland County Planning Board meetings held? How can I get an agenda?
Cortland County Planning Board meetings are held the 3rd Wednesday of every month. To obtain a copy of the agenda, contact the Cortland County Planning Department at (607) 753-5043.
Who do I need to contact when I put in a water or septic system?
You need to contact the Environmental Health Department at 753-5035.
How do I find out if my property is in a floodzone?
Contact the Cortland County Planning Department with your address or tax map number available and they will assist you.
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