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The Town of Smithtown Building Department has officially launched an online system to make life easier for residents and their contractors. This major step forward in modernizing online services will allow for homeowners to now apply for building permits online for a variety of home repairs and improvements, making the process faster, more efficient, and more convenient than ever before.

“This marks the beginning of our next major step in digitizing town services, making it easier for residents to access permits, registrations, and records without disrupting their busy schedules. Home renovations and essential improvements can be stressful, and our goal with this new online permit system—available to both homeowners and contractors—is to simplify the process and save valuable time. We’re excited to continue expanding our digital services in the coming weeks, bringing even more convenience to our community,” said Smithtown Town Supervisor Edward R. Wehrheim.

This new digital application system allows residents to easily submit permit requests, track their status, schedule inspections, and manage their permits—all from the comfort of home.

“Smithtown’s new online permitting system is a game-changer for homeowners and contractors—cutting red tape, saving time, and making home improvements easier. This is just the beginning of our push to digitize town services, giving residents quick, hassle-free access to permits and records. We’re excited to keep expanding digital services and bringing even more convenience to our community!” said Councilman Tom McCarthy, Liaison to the Building Department.

“This new online permitting system gives a cutting edge advantage to Smithtown homeowners and contractors. We’re committed to streamlining processes, reducing red tape, and making home improvements easier and more accessible for our residents,” added William White, Buildings Department Director.

Residential Projects Now Available for Online Permit Applications:

  • Accessory Structures (Carport, Detached Garage, Gazebo, Outdoor Kitchen, Sport Court)
  • Air Conditioning/Heating Unit/HVAC
  • Decks & Porches
  • Demolitions
  • Electric Only
  • Fences
  • Fireplaces/Stoves
  • Garage Conversions
  • Gas Conversions
  • Gas Pressure Test Only
  • Generators
  • Outside Basement Entrances
  • Plumbing Only
  • Sheds (over 144 sq.ft. and 12’ tall or any size shed that requires zoning relief)
  • Solar Panels
  • Swimming Pools & Hot Tubs (Above Ground, Concrete, Inground)
  • Tank Installations/Removals
How to Apply Online:

Residents and contractors can begin the application process by visiting https://citysquared.com/#/app/SmithtownTownNY/landing  or Click to Register

First-time users will be prompted to register for an account. It is recommended to use the formal name and contact information on file with the Township to ensure a smooth process.

Once a permit has been issued, users can:

  • Track application status
  • View property details, certificates, and GIS information
  • Schedule inspections
  • Pay permit fees online
  • Access all necessary documents with one click

Individuals may still visit the Town of Smithtown Building Department for their permitting needs. The new online system is merely an addition to help save time, energy and streamline efforts to fast-track the paperwork necessary to file for the building permits, required by law. For assistance with the online application process, residents and contractors can contact: Theresa Mahon at [email protected]

For more information, call 631-257-6080

Stay tuned for future updates as the Town of Smithtown continues working toward bringing all residential and commercial applications online.

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Councilman Tom McCarthy hopes to win another term on the board. File photo

One lifelong Smithtown resident, business owner and longtime public servant is looking to continue to serve the community he loves.

Town Councilman and Deputy Supervisor Tom McCarthy (R) who first ran in 1997, is looking to win yet another term this November to serve on the town board.

“I felt like people in the town needed a local business person to listen to their problems and to treat them like customers,” McCarthy said in a phone interview of why he first ran for a seat on the board two decades ago. Although he retired in 2007, McCarthy at one point owned seven car rental dealerships throughout Smithtown and Huntington.

McCarthy was raised by his parents in Nesconset, who moved to the area in 1938.

“I loved growing up there,” he said. “It was fabulous. It’s a wonderful life. People always envy you when you say you live in the Smithtown area.”

Throughout his tenure on the board McCarthy has worked to develop and progress revitalization efforts in downtown Smithtown and the surrounding hamlets, expand commercial properties and conserve and improve green spaces and local parks.

Currently McCarthy has his hands in multiple projects, including planting more than 100 trees in areas throughout Smithtown, rebuilding the business district in St. James with infrastructure upgrades, working to purchase the administrative building from the Smithtown school district and more.

Many residents of Smithtown were upset when they heard the school district intended to sell the New York Avenue building to a development company that would establish an apartment complex there. When that plan fell through, McCarthy presented an alternative.

“You have 13 acres of playing fields there,” he said. “You can’t afford to lose that. I want to preserve those fields and come up with a downtown green and park, to give downtown Smithtown an identity.”

The councilman is also working to develop sewers with money from New York State, which the town was able to acquire this past year.

“All of these projects would not be possible without the financial stability the supervisor has given us,” McCarthy said of Smithtown Supervisor Pat Vecchio (R). “He has given me the ability to run with the ball.”

Vecchio had nothing but praise for the work McCarthy has done.

“Tom is a solid, hard working member of the town council,” Vecchio said in an email. “It is for that very reason that I have appointed him deputy supervisor over these many years.”

As for why the residents of Smithtown should continue to put their trust in him, McCarthy said his background is exactly why.

“I’m the only business man on the town board, and running for the town board,” he said. “The people of this town have given me a wonderful life, and I have more to give back to them.”

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From left, Kerry Maher-Weisse, Leg. Kennedy, Rich Weisse, Sal Riccibono, Laurel Crotty, Clara Spadafina-Giunta, Kenneth Maher, Councilwoman Nowick, Councilman McCarthy, Pastor Neil Mittelstaedt, Conrad Chase and Leg. Trotta. Photo from Leg. Kennedy’s office

Legislator Leslie Kennedy (R-Nesconset), Legislator Rob Trotta (R-Fort Salonga), Councilwoman Lynn Nowick (R) and Councilman Tom McCarthy (R) joined members of the St. James community on June 3 at the St. James Lutheran Church to welcome the opening of the St. James Farmers Market with a ribbon cutting ceremony in front of the church.

Open through summer and autumn, the St. James Farmers Market allows locals to browse and purchase locally grown produce from the people personally invested in growing them at an affordable cost. Opening day featured more than simply market stalls — attendees listened to music provided by local musicians, poetry readings by local authors and craft making, among others. “With all the conveniences supermarkets give us today, it is too easy for us to forget that much of the produce we eat can and is grown right here on Long Island,” said Kennedy. “Farmers markets like these help remind us that the food we eat and the people who grow them are right next door.”

The St. James Farmers Market will be open every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the St. James Lutheran Church on 230 2nd Avenue, and will be open through Oct. 28. EBT, SNAP, FMNP and WIC are accepted. If you are interested in being a vendor, an application can be found at ligreenmarket.org/stjames.

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