Sebago, ME — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Code Enforcement and Planning

Street address

Sebago Town Office, 406 Bridgton Road, Sebago, ME 04029

Phone

(207) 787-2457

Coverage

Town of Sebago municipal limits. CEO/Planning administers land use and building permits. Shoreland zoning and floodplain management applicable.

Online portal

Permit Portal

Website

Department website

Additional resources

Portal Link 1 ↗

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Sebago

No person shall engage in any activity requiring a permit without first obtaining CEO or Planning Board approval. Written application required.

Scope of work

Permit?

Ordinary maintenance not involving structural change

Exempt

Painting and similar finish work

Exempt

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

Note: Refer to MUBEC Section 105.2 and Sebago local ordinances.

Required documents

Completed application form, site plan, construction drawings
septic and plumbing permits require separate applications.

Building code: MUBEC; 2021 I-codes effective April 7, 2025.
Owner-builder: Not detailed; contact CEO.
Contractor requirements: State-licensed electrician and plumber required.

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Contact Code Enforcement at (207) 787-2457 or use the Land Use Guidance and Information form on the town website to determine required permits.
02

Download appropriate permit application from townofsebago.org/code-enforcement-planning/pages/permit-applications.
03

Complete application in writing on forms provided by the CEO.
04

Submit application and pay fee to Town of Sebago per Selectmen-established fee schedule.
05

CEO reviews application.
06

Permit issued upon approval; post at job site.
07

Schedule inspections.
08

Final inspection and close-out.

Source: Code Enforcement and Planning ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Sebago building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Permit fee formula

Selectmen-established fee schedule; site plan review fee noted above.

Fees paid to Town of Sebago; non-refundable.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

(207) 787-2457 (phone)

Inspection hours: Business hours at 406 Bridgton Road; contact for schedule.

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

Contact CEO.

Source: Code Enforcement and Planning ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Sebago permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Sebago, ME? ▸

No person shall engage in any activity requiring a permit without first obtaining CEO or Planning Board approval. Written application required.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Sebago, ME? ▸

Building permit fees in Sebago, ME are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Selectmen-established fee schedule; site plan review fee noted above..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Sebago, ME? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Sebago, ME, follow these steps: 1. Contact Code Enforcement at (207) 787-2457 or use the Land Use Guidance and Information form on the town website to determine required permits. 2. Download appropriate permit application from townofsebago.org/code-enforcement-planning/pages/permit-applications. 3. Complete application in writing on forms provided by the CEO. 4. Submit application and pay fee to Town of Sebago per Selectmen-established fee schedule. 5. CEO reviews application. 6. Permit issued upon approval; post at job site. 7. Schedule inspections. 8. Final inspection and close-out.

04 What work is exempt from building permits in Sebago, ME? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Sebago, 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 Sebago local ordinances. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Sebago, ME? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Sebago, ME via: (207) 787-2457.

last verified April 2026 source Code Enforcement and Planning ↗ entry id permits/maine/cumberland/sebago

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Code Enforcement and Planning before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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