Town of Andover, CT - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Town department for Andover parcels; health-regulated septic and well work is routed separately to Eastern Highlands Health District where applicable.

Department

Building and Land Use Department

Address

Building and Land Use Dept, 17 School Road, Andover, CT 06232

Phone

(860) 742-7305

Email

buildingadmin@andoverct.org

Website

https://www.andoverconnecticut.org/building-land-use-department/webforms/apply-here-building-permits

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Review the town Application Checklist and Fee Structure before starting the permit.
2. Scan required materials to PDF and apply online through PermitLink.
3. Pay through PermitLink or mail/drop off a check to Andover Town Hall, Attention: Building Dept.
4. Respond to review comments and upload any missing items.
5. Receive permit approval and schedule required inspections.
6. Submit required concrete supplier and installer information before CO or completion closeout if the project includes concrete foundations.

Typical processing time: Not posted; permit is not approved until the town receives the correct fee amount

Source: Building and Land Use Department

General Requirements

Town page states a building permit is required by Connecticut statute for changes made to real estate and all building permits must be applied for online.

Required Documents

• Permit application
• Scanned PDFs of required paperwork
• Plans/specifications as applicable
• Related zoning, wetlands, or health submissions

Permit validity

Thin public data; use state 180-day start/suspension rule unless extended by the building official.

Building code

2022 Connecticut State Building Code

Owner-builder

Owners can use the public computer outside the building office and apply directly; thin public data on owner affidavit forms.

Contractor requirements

State trade and home improvement requirements apply.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

$30 town fee minimum, plus state fee and processing fee

Plan check fee

Not separately posted

Permit fee formula

$15 per $1,000 of construction value, plus $0.26 per $1,000 state education fee, plus $15 permit processing fee

Reinspection fee

Not clearly posted on the public page; thin data

Payment note

Pay in PermitLink or by check payable to Town of Andover mailed or dropped off at 17 School Road

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Building and Land Use Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• Through the Building and Land Use Department after online filing (department)

Typical inspection sequence: Project-specific required inspections after permit issuance and before completion

Additional Resources

• Building code: 2022 Connecticut State Building Code
• Verify contractor license: Connecticut DCP License Applications
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Eastern Highlands Health District
• Wetlands and Watercourses Commission
• License lookup guide: Connecticut Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Connecticut Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Connecticut hub: Connecticut Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Andover Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Andover, CT?

Town page states a building permit is required by Connecticut statute for changes made to real estate and all building permits must be applied for online.

How much does a building permit cost in Town of Andover, CT?

The minimum permit fee is $30 town fee minimum, plus state fee and processing fee. Fees are calculated as: $15 per $1,000 of construction value, plus $0.26 per $1,000 state education fee, plus $15 permit processing fee. Plan check fee: Not separately posted.

How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Andover, CT?

1. Review the town Application Checklist and Fee Structure before starting the permit. 2. Scan required materials to PDF and apply online through PermitLink. 3. Pay through PermitLink or mail/drop off a check to Andover Town Hall, Attention: Building Dept. 4. Respond to review comments and upload any missing items. 5. Receive permit approval and schedule required inspections. 6. Submit required concrete supplier and installer information before CO or completion closeout if the project includes concrete foundations.

How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Andover, CT?

Typical processing time is Not posted; permit is not approved until the town receives the correct fee amount.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Andover, CT?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Through the Building and Land Use Department after online filing.

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