Schenectady County offers permits for a variety of purposes. Please note that as of 7/27/2022 our Environmental Health Permit system has changed. You will be directed the the County's Citizen Engagement portal. You will need to create an account to submit your permit applications.
| Permit Type | Issuing Department | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Food Service & Hospitality | Environmental Health | Food Service, Catering, Food Worker's Course, Temporary Foor Service |
| Body Art Permit | Environmental Health | Body Art, Tattoo & Piercing Permit Application |
| Pistol Permit | County Clerk's Office | NYS pistol permit applications and information |
| Recycling Facility Permit | Soil and Water Conservation District | Permit to bring recycling to the Conservation District includes access to the Household Hazardous Waste Program |
| Highway Work Permit | Engineering & Public Works | Application for work permit along County roads |
| Catered Event COVID-19 Attestation | Environmental Health | This form is required to be submitted 5 days prior to the planned event to notify Environmental Health that the event and vendor has taken proper COVID-19 precautions. |