Request a Zoning Designation Letter

Zoning Designation Letters are often requested for real estate due diligence research and transactions. They identify a property's zoning designation (zoning district) and the applicable zoning regulations. They also list any approved zoning decisions that may affect the property. 

You can find the applicable zoning regulations in the Syracuse Zoning Rules and Regulations, as amended.

You can also request a copy of any listed zoning decisions from the Law Department through a Freedom of Information (FOIL) request.

The Division of Code Enforcement certifies that properties are in compliance with applicable rules and regulations. You can request certifications through the Central Permit Office at 315-448-8600 or CodeEnforcement@Syr.gov In most cases properties must be inspected.

Online

You can request a Zoning Designation Letter online using the fillable form below.
(You can save your progress and return to the application at a later date, if needed.)

If you are requesting more than 5 properties, please submit via the email option.

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Email

Step 1.Identify Property Tax Assessment Address

The first step in requesting a Zoning Designation Letter is to identify the Property Tax Assessment Address and Tax ID available at the Onondaga County Property Tax Assessment website.

Example Address: Salina St S 333
Notice: The street address must be formatted as:  Street Name + Abbreviated Street Type +  Abbreviated Street Direction + Address Number

Example Tax ID: 123.-01-01.0
Notice: The Tax ID must be formatted as:  000.-00-00.0

We recommend copying and pasting.

Step 2.Email the Request

Once you've identified the Property Tax Assessment Address, you will submit an email as follows: 

Email Address: zoning@syrgov.net

Email Subject: Zoning Designation Letter
Section 1 | Contact Information
Name
Company
Address
City, State, Zip
Primary Contact Email

Section 2 | Request
Please provide a Zoning Designation Letter for the following properties:
Property Tax Assessment Address and Tax Map ID
Property Tax Assessment Address and Tax Map ID

The Zoning Office will email you a Zoning Designation Letter in .pdf format within 2 to 4 weeks.

Contact Us

Phone

315-448-8640

Email

zoning@syr.gov

Location

City Hall Commons
201 East Washington Street
Syracuse, NY
13202
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Old Zoning Rules and Regulations (Repealed)

Old Zoning Rules and Regulations (Repealed)

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