Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I...
- Know if I need a building permit?
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Most all construction projects require a building permit; new constructions, additions, decks, fences, pools, roofs, etc. Contact the Building Department at 884-2764 regarding your project and its permit requirements.
- Get a Building Permit?
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Building Permit applications are available from the Building Department. Either stop by or contact them at 884-2764.
- Subdivide property I own?
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Complete zoning laws can be accessed here (General Code Publishers). Or, call the Building Department at 884-2764.
- Apply for a lot line adjustment?
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Complete zoning laws can be accessed here (General Code Publishers). Or, call the Building Department at 884-2764.
- Find out what uses are allowable on my property?
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Complete zoning laws can be accessed here (General Code Publishers). Or, call the Building Department at 884-2764.
- Apply for a STAR, Senior STAR, Veterans’ and Agricultural exemption for my property?
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Exemption requirements, applications and deadline dates are available on the Assessor’s Page. Or, contact them by phone at 885-8047
- What if I feel my assessment is not a fair assessment?
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Contact the Assessor’s Office for the procedures to follow to grieve your assessment.
- Get a copy of a tax bill?
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Copies of tax bills can be obtained by contacting the Tax Collector’s Office at 885-9220, ext. 119.
- License my dog?
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Dog licenses are issued by the Town Clerk’s Office. The cost is $13.50 for a spayed or neutered dog and $20.50 for an unsprayed or unneutered dog. Proof of the spay or neuter, and rabies vaccination is required. Starting January 1, 2011 the cost will be $13.50 for spayed/neutered dogs.
- Get a marriage license?
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Marriage licenses are issued by the Town Clerk’s Office for a cost of $40.00. Both parties must be present with identification. Any and all divorce papers from all prior marriages are required (if applicable).
- Obtain a handicap parking permit?
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Temporary and Permanent Handicap Parking Permits are available at the Town Clerk’s Office. An application that must be signed by a physician is available here at our Town's Licenses and Form Page or by calling 885-9220, ext. 110.
- Get access to Town Records?
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The Town Clerk’s Office makes available all town records during regular office hours. Records can be obtained by completing a Freedom of Information Request (FOIL) form available here at our Town's Licenses and Form Page or by calling 885-9220, ext. 110.
- Reserve a pavilion in the park for a special function?
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Park pavilions can be reserved by contacting the Town Clerk’s Office. For Town residents, pavilions 1 & 2 are available for $75 each, and pavilion 3 for $50. For non-residents, there is a $100 fee for pavilions 1, 2 & 3. An application is available at our Town's Licenses and Form Page or by contacting the Town Clerk’s Office at 885-9220, ext. 110.
- Reserve the Community Center for a special function?
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The Community Center can be reserved by contacting the Supervisor’s Office at 885-9220, ext. 113. For Town residents, the cost is $50 per hour with an additional $100 charge for use of the kitchen. The Center is available to non-residents for an additional 15%. Call for availability. An application is available here at our Town's Licenses and Form Page.
- Dispose of old paint?
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Regular latex paint is not considered hazardous. Open the can to let the paint harden then dispose of it in your trash.
- Dispose of large items?
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The Town does not pick up and dispose large bulk items. Metal appliances can be disposed of at the County Recycling Center on County Farm Road (1-866-738-7348). Other large items may be accepted at the Hiram Hollow Transfer Station in Wilton. Call 793-1098 for details.
- Get sand / or salt for use in the winter?
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The Highway Department makes available sand and salt (in five-gallon buckets only) for residents’ use during the winter. If the gates are closed entry is prohibited for safety reasons. In this case a pile will be left outside the gate. For more information contact the Highway Department at 885-5655.
- Get a document notarized?
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A Notary is generally available at the Town Offices during regular offices hours. Proof of identity is required.
- Address a problem with my water service?
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The Town of Milton does not provide municipal water to its residents. Depending on where you live, your water may come from the Village of Ballston Spa (885-5711), Heritage Springs Water (371-7942/467-8601), Rowlands Hollow Water (226-0107/527-3268) or the City of Saratoga Springs (587-3550). Contact the entity you pay your water bill with any concerns.
