City Building Permits

Town of Long Island, ME - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Maine Cumberland County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Long Island municipal limits. Long Island is a Casco Bay island that separated from Portland in 1993. CEO available Fridays 8:30 am to 11:45 am. Very limited office hours due to small seasonal island community. Thin public-facing permit documentation.

Department
Code Enforcement Office
Address
Town of Long Island Town Hall, Long Island, ME 04050 (Casco Bay island; accessible by Casco Bay Lines ferry)
Phone
207-766-5820 (Tax Collector / Town Office line)
Website
https://townoflongisland.us/wp/?page_id=587

Online Permit Portal

Open Permit Portal

Platform: • Account required: No • Submission: Online only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Email CEO Jim Allaire at ceo@townoflongisland.us or contact Town Clerk at clerk@longislandmaine.org to request permit application and determine requirements.
  2. Download appropriate application from townoflongisland.us/wp/?page_id=840.
  3. Complete application with required documents.
  4. Submit application to Town Hall on Fridays 8:30 am to 11:45 am or by appointment (contact Town Clerk to arrange).
  5. CEO reviews application.
  6. Pay applicable permit fee.
  7. Permit issued; post at job site.
  8. Schedule inspections with CEO.
  9. Final inspection and close-out.

Source: Code Enforcement Office

General Requirements

For all construction, structural alterations, additions per MUBEC and local ordinances. Contact CEO for specifics.

Required Documents

  • Contact CEO for full requirements
  • townofchebeagueisland.org ordinances available for review.
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 CEO or Town Clerk. NOTE: Long Island has very limited public-facing permit information. Thin data. Small seasonal island community. Direct contact with CEO Jim Allaire (ceo@townoflongisland.us) is required for complete requirements and fees.

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

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; confirm with CEO.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 207-766-5820 (phone)
  • ceo@townoflongisland.us (email)
Inspection hours
CEO available Fridays 8:30 am to 11:45 am; appointments may be arranged through Town Clerk.

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 Long Island Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Long Island, ME?
For all construction, structural alterations, additions per MUBEC and local ordinances. Contact CEO for specifics.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Long Island, ME?
1. Email CEO Jim Allaire at ceo@townoflongisland.us or contact Town Clerk at clerk@longislandmaine.org to request permit application and determine requirements. 2. Download appropriate application from townoflongisland.us/wp/?page_id=840. 3. Complete application with required documents. 4. Submit application to Town Hall on Fridays 8:30 am to 11:45 am or by appointment (contact Town Clerk to arrange). 5. CEO reviews application. 6. Pay applicable permit fee. 7. Permit issued; post at job site. 8. Schedule inspections with CEO. 9. Final inspection and close-out.
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Long 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; confirm with CEO.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Long Island, ME?
Inspections can be scheduled via: 207-766-5820, ceo@townoflongisland.us.

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