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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for New London County
County government does not issue building permits in Connecticut.
None at county level; exemptions are applied by the local building official under state code.
- Exempt None at county level; exemptions are applied by the local building official under state code.
Required documents
- Municipal forms
- approvals only.
- Building code
- 2022 Connecticut State Building Code, locally enforced.
- Permit validity
- Municipal and state code rules apply.
- Owner-builder
- Municipal and state rules apply.
- Contractor requirements
- Municipal and state rules apply.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Varies by municipality; no county processing lane exists.
- 01 Confirm the parcel municipality because county boundaries do not control permitting in Connecticut.
- 02 Apply to the town or city building official with any required zoning, wetlands, health, floodplain, or coastal approvals.
- 03 Complete municipal plan review, fee payment, and pre-issuance conditions.
- 04 Pull municipal inspections and certificate of occupancy or completion as required.
Typical processing time: Varies by municipality; no county processing lane exists.
Source: None at county level ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
New London County building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Not applicable
02
Plan check fee
Not applicable
03
Permit fee formula
Not applicable
04
Reinspection fee
Not applicable
Fees are paid to the municipality, not the county.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Through the municipality (department)
- Inspection hours
- By municipality
Typical sequence: By municipality
By municipality
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated New London County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated New London County, CT? ▸
County government does not issue building permits in Connecticut.
02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated New London County, CT? ▸
Building permit fees in unincorporated New London County, CT are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Not applicable. Fees are calculated as: Not applicable. Plan check fee: Not applicable.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated New London County, CT? ▸
To apply for a building permit in unincorporated New London County, CT, follow these steps: 1. Confirm the parcel municipality because county boundaries do not control permitting in Connecticut. 2. Apply to the town or city building official with any required zoning, wetlands, health, floodplain, or coastal approvals. 3. Complete municipal plan review, fee payment, and pre-issuance conditions. 4. Pull municipal inspections and certificate of occupancy or completion as required.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated New London County, CT? ▸
Building permit processing times in unincorporated New London County, CT typically run Varies by municipality; no county processing lane exists.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated New London County, CT? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated New London County, CT. The following work is generally exempt: None at county level; exemptions are applied by the local building official under state code.. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated New London County, CT? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated New London County, CT via: Through the municipality.
last verified April 2026
source None at county level ↗
entry id permits/connecticut/new-london/new-london-county
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with None at county level before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.