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Town of Leeds

How to apply for a building permit in Town of Leeds, Maine. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Code adoption
Contact CEO to confirm current code adoption status.
Avg processing
Not published; contact CEO.
Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Town of Leeds -- Code Enforcement Office

Street address
P.O. Box 206, Leeds, ME 04263 (mailing); Town Office for in-person.
Coverage
Small town; CEO handles building, plumbing, and related permits. CEO available by appointment.
Online portal
Form Downloads
Town website
Additional resources
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Leeds

New structures; structural alterations; plumbing; electrical; demolition; septic work; and other work defined in town ordinances.

Note: Specific exemptions not published in accessible public data. Contact CEO for current list.

Required documents
  • Completed building permit application
  • Supporting plans and site information as required by CEO
Building code
Contact CEO to confirm current code adoption status.
Permit validity
Not published; contact CEO.
Owner-builder
Not published; contact CEO.
Contractor requirements
Maine state licenses required for electricians and plumbers. No general contractor state license required.
§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Not published; contact CEO.

  1. 01
    Contact CEO at leedsceo.19@gmail.com or call (207) 524-5171 before starting any project.
  2. 02
    Download building permit application from the form downloads page (print-and-write-in or fillable versions available).
  3. 03
    Complete application with all required information.
  4. 04
    Mail or drop off completed application at Leeds Town Office.
  5. 05
    CEO reviews application; may contact applicant for additional information.
  6. 06
    Pay applicable fee.
  7. 07
    Permit issued; begin work.
  8. 08
    Schedule required inspections with CEO.

Typical processing time: Not published; contact CEO.

Source: Town of Leeds -- Code Enforcement Office ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Leeds building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Not published; contact CEO.

Pay at Town Office.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • leedsceo.19@gmail.com (email)
  • (207) 524-5171 (phone)
Scheduling deadline
By appointment.
Inspection hours
Town Office hours not published; call ahead.

Typical sequence: Inspections scheduled with CEO during and at completion of permitted work.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Leeds permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Leeds, ME?
New structures; structural alterations; plumbing; electrical; demolition; septic work; and other work defined in town ordinances.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Leeds, ME?
Building permit fees in Leeds, ME are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Not published; contact CEO..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Leeds, ME?
To apply for a building permit in Leeds, ME, follow these steps: 1. Contact CEO at leedsceo.19@gmail.com or call (207) 524-5171 before starting any project. 2. Download building permit application from the form downloads page (print-and-write-in or fillable versions available). 3. Complete application with all required information. 4. Mail or drop off completed application at Leeds Town Office. 5. CEO reviews application; may contact applicant for additional information. 6. Pay applicable fee. 7. Permit issued; begin work. 8. Schedule required inspections with CEO.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Leeds, ME?
Building permit processing times in Leeds, ME typically run Not published; contact CEO.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Leeds, ME?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Leeds, ME via: leedsceo.19@gmail.com, (207) 524-5171. By appointment..
last verified April 2026 source Town of Leeds -- Code Enforcement Office ↗ entry id permits/maine/androscoggin/leeds

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Leeds -- Code Enforcement Office before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.