City Building Permits

Town of Chebeague Island, ME - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Maine Cumberland County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Chebeague Island municipal limits. Chebeague Island is accessible by ferry from Cousins Island. CEO issues building, plumbing, and electrical permits and determines zoning compliance. Online permitting portal available for all permit types.

Department
Code Enforcement Office
Address
192 North Road, Chebeague Island, ME 04017
Phone
207-846-3148
Website
https://www.townofchebeagueisland.org/code-enforcement

Online Permit Portal

Open Permit Portal

Platform: • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Create account on online permitting portal (accessible via townofchebeagueisland.org/code-enforcement).
  2. Select permit type (building, electrical, dock, growth, internal plumbing, planning board, subsurface, shoreland zoning, etc.).
  3. Complete application online and upload required documents.
  4. Submit application; CEO reviews for compliance with Zoning Ordinance.
  5. Pay permit fee.
  6. Permit issued; post at job site.
  7. Schedule inspections.
  8. Final inspection and close-out.

Source: Code Enforcement Office

General Requirements

For construction, structural alterations, additions, and change of occupancy. Multiple permit types may be required (Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Dock, Growth, Shoreland Zoning, Subsurface).

Required Documents

  • Completed online application
  • construction drawings, site plan, and energy compliance documentation as required for project type.
Building code
Maine Model Building Code (ICC International Residential Code and International Building Code); MUBEC 2021 I-codes effective April 7, 2025.
Owner-builder
Not detailed; contact CEO.
Contractor requirements
State-licensed electrician and plumber required.

Fees

Payment note
Contact office for accepted payment methods. NOTE: Chebeague Island has limited public-facing fee detail online. Thin data on fees. Direct contact with the CEO at 207-846-3148 is recommended.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Ordinary maintenance not involving structural change
  • Painting and similar finish work

Important: Refer to MUBEC Section 105.2 and Chebeague Island local ordinances; https://www.townofchebeagueisland.org/index.asp?SEC=FB8C7F1A-8894-43BD-AD81-790BE1C451F8&Type=B_BASIC

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours
Contact office for available hours.

Typical inspection sequence: Foundation, framing, rough-in trades, insulation, final

Contact CEO.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Code Enforcement Office before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Chebeague Island Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Chebeague Island, ME?
For construction, structural alterations, additions, and change of occupancy. Multiple permit types may be required (Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Dock, Growth, Shoreland Zoning, Subsurface).
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Chebeague Island, ME?
1. Create account on online permitting portal (accessible via townofchebeagueisland.org/code-enforcement). 2. Select permit type (building, electrical, dock, growth, internal plumbing, planning board, subsurface, shoreland zoning, etc.). 3. Complete application online and upload required documents. 4. Submit application; CEO reviews for compliance with Zoning Ordinance. 5. Pay permit fee. 6. Permit issued; post at job site. 7. Schedule inspections. 8. Final inspection and close-out.
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Chebeague Island, ME?
The following work is generally exempt: Ordinary maintenance not involving structural change; Painting and similar finish work. Note: Refer to MUBEC Section 105.2 and Chebeague Island local ordinances; https://www.townofchebeagueisland.org/index.asp?SEC=FB8C7F1A-8894-43BD-AD81-790BE1C451F8&Type=B_BASIC
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Chebeague Island, ME?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Online portal, 207-846-3148.

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