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Lake Placid is home to about 2,302 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+1.3% since 2020). With 1,691 people per sq mi, it is a suburban area. Subdivisions and commercial sites here need stormwater permit coverage before grading.
Lake Placid at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 2,302 (+1.3% since 2020)
- Rank in New York
- 276th of 595 cities and towns
- Land area
- 1.4 sq mi
- Population density
- 1,691 people per sq mi (suburban)
- Type
- Village (Lake Placid village)
- Main county
- Essex County
What to check before hiring in Lake Placid
- Permit: in New York, check the state construction general permit.
- Local rules: Lake Placid may add its own erosion control permit.
- Records: keep inspection reports on site.
- Price drivers: site size, phases, inspection frequency and duration.
Useful official resources
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EPA: construction stormwater
Official information and guidance.
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EnviroCert: CPESC
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Lake Placid
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SWPPP and permit coverage
Preparation of the SWPPP and notice of intent under the construction general permit.
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Stormwater inspections
Routine and post-storm inspections with reports for the permit.
Frequently asked questions in Lake Placid
How much does a SWPPP cost in Lake Placid, NY?
It depends on site size, phases and inspections. Describe your project: consultants who serve Lake Placid reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
Plans often take days to a couple of weeks, plus the permit review.
What happens at the end?
A notice of termination is filed once the site is stabilized.
Which stormwater consultants will contact me?
Up to three independent stormwater consultants who serve Lake Placid and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.