Find a licensed shed builder in Oyster Bay, NY

Who licenses shed builders in Oyster Bay

• Sheds are named in Nassau's definition of home improvement, along with driveways, swimming pools, porches and garages, and running a home improvement business there requires a county license.

State rules and the lookup steps: how to check a shed builder's license.

What the Town of Oyster Bay requires

• Sheds larger than 100 square feet are generally subject to a Town permit.

The Town of Oyster Bay Building Division handles permits ((516) 624-6200 ext. 1). Our Town of Oyster Bay permit guide covers how to apply, inspections and certificates.

Homes in Oyster Bay: what the Census shows

Across the Town of Oyster Bay, villages included, the median home was built in 1957, and 63% of homes were built before 1960, 10% before 1940. 89% of homes here are owner-occupied, and 86% are single-family detached houses.

What shed building costs here

Labor is a large part of any price. Long Island carpenters earn a median $78,841 a year, from about $54,732 at entry level to $97,440 with experience. (New York State Department of Labor, wages updated to the first quarter of 2026.) Prices come from written estimates; more in the sheds cost guide.

Before you hire in Oyster Bay

• Ask for the license number the work needs here (see who licenses shed builders above), and check it before you sign.
• Ask who files with the Town of Oyster Bay Building Division, and who books the inspections.
• What base or footings will you use?
• Is delivery, assembly and removal of the old shed included?