City Building Permits

Town of Naples, ME - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Maine Cumberland County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Naples municipal limits. Permits required for new buildings, structural alterations, plumbing, septic, signs, pools, and demolition. Shoreland zoning applicable (Sebago Lake shorefront).

Department
Planning, Code Enforcement and Building Inspections Department
Address
15 Village Green Lane, PO Box 1757, Naples, ME 04055
Phone
(207) 693-6364 ext. 105
Website
https://www.townofnaples.org/codeenforcement

Online Permit Portal

Open Permit Portal

Platform: • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Contact Planning and Code at (207) 693-6364 ext. 105 or codeoffice@townofnaples.org to determine required permits.
  2. Download appropriate application forms from townofnaples.org/forms.
  3. Complete applications with plans showing construction details.
  4. Submit to 15 Village Green Lane.
  5. Staff reviews for code and zoning compliance.
  6. Pay permit fee per fee schedule.
  7. Permit issued; post at job site.
  8. Schedule inspections at least 3 business days (72 working hours) in advance.
  9. Final inspection and close-out.

Source: Planning, Code Enforcement and Building Inspections Department

General Requirements

For all new buildings, structural alterations, plumbing installation/replacement/relocation, new or replacement septic systems, new or replacement signs, new swimming pools, and demolition.

Required Documents

  • Building plans showing all construction details
  • plans required for code and zoning review before and during construction.
Building code
MUBEC; 2021 I-codes effective April 7, 2025.
Owner-builder
Not detailed; contact department.
Contractor requirements
State-licensed electrician and plumber required.

Fees

Payment note
Contact department.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Repairs, replacement, and normal maintenance not requiring structural elements
  • Decorative changes in existing structures

Important: Refer to local ordinance; confirm with Code Enforcement.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Online portal (online)
  • (207) 693-6364 (phone)
  • codeoffice@townofnaples.org (email)
Inspection hours
Monday through Thursday 7:30 am to 4:30 pm

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

Contact department.

Additional Resources

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Naples Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Naples, ME?
For all new buildings, structural alterations, plumbing installation/replacement/relocation, new or replacement septic systems, new or replacement signs, new swimming pools, and demolition.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Naples, ME?
1. Contact Planning and Code at (207) 693-6364 ext. 105 or codeoffice@townofnaples.org to determine required permits. 2. Download appropriate application forms from townofnaples.org/forms. 3. Complete applications with plans showing construction details. 4. Submit to 15 Village Green Lane. 5. Staff reviews for code and zoning compliance. 6. Pay permit fee per fee schedule. 7. Permit issued; post at job site. 8. Schedule inspections at least 3 business days (72 working hours) in advance. 9. Final inspection and close-out.
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Naples, ME?
The following work is generally exempt: Repairs, replacement, and normal maintenance not requiring structural elements; Decorative changes in existing structures. Note: Refer to local ordinance; confirm with Code Enforcement.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Naples, ME?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Online portal, (207) 693-6364, codeoffice@townofnaples.org.

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