BUILDING PERMITS
A building permit is required for construction, demolition, or structural alterations of a building.

PLUMBING PERMITS
Plumbing permits are required for all new and relocated internal plumbing. Direct replacement of fixtures without weeding to relocate or alter piping does not require a permit. Some projects also require a hookup fee, as applicable. Plumbing permits are required for installation of septic systems or parts thereof. and for altering leachfields. Septic permit fees are per the State Plumbing Code and are predicated on the reviews needed to approve the application. Call for details.

ELECTRICAL PERMITS
Permits are required for all new serviced and all new electrical work including rewiring/electricaI renovation work.

SIGN PERMITS
Sign permits are required for the placement of permanent regulated signs. Sign size and placement restrictions are detailed in the Sign Ordinance.

FLOOD HAZARD AREA DEVELOPMENT PERMITS
Development in the food plain requires Planning Board approval and a Flood Permit prior to the issuance of applicable construction permits and the project must meet State specifications.

FILL PERMITS
Filling or "making land" requires a Fill Permit if the activity involves deposition of material over a certain amount. These projects typically also require Planning Board Review.

ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
The Code Officer handles all zoning issues and is the public's liaison to the Planning Board and Board of Appeals. Some projects require Planning Board approval prior to the issuance of construction permits The Code Officer is the contact person of these approvals.