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Department of Development

Crystal Surdyk
Director of Development

The City of Jamestown Department of Development (DOD) works to support local economic growth and community improvement through various programs and partnerships. The department facilitates business development, administers funding programs, and promotes initiatives aimed at enhancing the city’s overall stability and progress. It also oversees grant and loan programs designed to encourage investment and job creation.

The DOD includes the Jamestown Local Development Corporation (JLDC) and the Jamestown Urban Renewal Agency (JURA).

Office Hours:

Monday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.
Tuesday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.
Wednesday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.
Thursday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.
Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.

(Closed on Weekends & Holidays)

Contact the Department of Development:


City of Jamestown – Department of Development
Municipal Building
200 East Third Street – 4th Floor
Jamestown, NY 14701
📞Phone: (716) 483-7541
📠Fax: (716) 483-7772
✉️Email: dod@jamestownny.gov

Helpful Links:


  • Building Permit Application
    • Please note that ALL Building Permit applications must be submitted online.
    • Visit https://eforms-main.govpilot.com/NY/jamestowncityny and select “Building Permit Application.”
    • Once submitted, the application will be reviewed by Building & Zoning Code Enforcement, and the applicant will be notified accordingly.
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News & Media

  • City of Jamestown to Celebrate National Night Out on August 4
  • Honoring Valor: Medal of Honor Recipients at Lake View Cemetery
  • Honoring the Founding Generation: Revolutionary War Patriots Resting at Lake View Cemetery
  • Annual Memorial Day Flag Placement Set for Soldier Circle
  • City of Jamestown Announces Tactical Grant Award for Police Department SWAT Team

Municipal Calendar

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Jul
15
Wed
CANCELLED – Jamestown Local Development Corporation
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Jul 15 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
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Jul
21
Tue
Planning Commission Meeting @ City Hall - Police Training Room - 4th Floor
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Jul 21 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
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Jul
27
Mon
City Council Voting Session @ City Hall - City Council Chambers - 2nd Floor
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Jul 27 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
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Aug
3
Mon
CANCELLED – Veterans Commission @ City Hall - Mayor's Conference Room - 4th Floor
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Aug 3 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
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Aug
4
Tue
National Night Out @ Bergman Park
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Aug 4 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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