1. General description of building occupancy classification and construction type as per the New York State Building Code. 2. The Montgomery is an open floor plan with 2555 square feet of living area, three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a powder bath.The foundation is a crawlspace. Fill out an online application. Enter basic plan information, such as applicant name and property address, found on the traditional application form. A permit is required prior to construction of detached one- or two-family dwellings and townhouses (not more than three stories above grade in height). The purpose of the following section is to insure that the highest standards of site, building, and landscape design are conscientiously met. Submit a Building Permit Application or a Sign Permit Application to the building official and obtain a permit.