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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 Announces New Round of ROI Jamestown Business & Commercial Grants
  • Historic Marker to Honor Legacy of J.P. Danielson Tool Company in Jamestown
  • 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

Municipal Calendar

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Sep
28
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Zoning Code Update – Community Walking Tour @ Roseland Park
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Sep 28 @ 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

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Public Hearing – CAPER Submission @ City Council Chambers
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Sep 28 @ 6:45 pm – 7:15 pm
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City Council Voting Session @ City Hall - City Council Chambers - 2nd Floor
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Sep 28 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
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Sep
30
Wed
Jamestown DRI – LPC Meeting #3 @ James Prendergast Library
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Sep 30 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

This meeting is a working session for the LPC.

The public is welcome to attend to learn more about the DRI process and progression.

Time for public comments will be provided at the end of the meeting.

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Oct
5
Mon
CANCELLED – Veterans Commission @ City Hall - Mayor's Conference Room - 4th Floor
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Oct 5 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
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September – October 2026 Sep – Oct 2026
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