City Building Permits

Town of Standish, ME - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Maine Cumberland County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Standish municipal limits. Enforces MUBEC (2015 IRC with 2021 I-codes required for permits after April 7, 2025), local land use and zoning ordinances, and impact fee ordinance.

Department
Code Enforcement Department
Address
Standish Municipal Building, 175 Northeast Road (Route 35), Standish, ME 04084
Phone
(207) 642-4571
Website
https://www.standish.org/code-enforcement

Online Permit Portal

Open Permit Portal

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

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Contact Code Enforcement at (207) 642-4571 to determine applicable permits.
  2. Download application forms from standish.org/code-enforcement/pages/documents.
  3. Complete application with required documents (site plan, construction drawings, energy compliance documentation).
  4. Submit to Code Enforcement at 175 Northeast Road.
  5. Code Enforcement reviews for MUBEC and local ordinance compliance.
  6. Pay permit fee per Town of Standish Fee Schedule; note that impact fees (per amended Chapter 181) may apply for new construction.
  7. Permit issued; post at job site.
  8. Schedule required inspections (call before backfilling foundations).
  9. Final inspection and close-out.

Source: Code Enforcement Department

General Requirements

For all new construction, additions, structural alterations, demolition. Electrical and plumbing work require separate permits.

Required Documents

  • Completed application
  • site plan
  • construction drawings
  • energy compliance form. IRC requirements include setbacks
  • egress window dimensions.
Building code
MUBEC; 2021 I-codes required for permits applied for after April 7, 2025.
Owner-builder
Not detailed; contact department.
Contractor requirements
State-licensed electrician and plumber required.

Fees

Permit fee formula
Not fully detailed; contact department for current schedule.
Payment note
Contact department.

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 Code Enforcement.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (207) 642-4571 (phone)
Inspection hours
Business hours at Standish Municipal Building; fax: (207) 222-3901.

Typical inspection sequence: Foundation (before backfill), framing, rough-in trades, insulation, final. See https://www.standish.org/code-enforcement/pages/building-inspections

Contact department.

Additional Resources

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Standish Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Standish, ME?
For all new construction, additions, structural alterations, demolition. Electrical and plumbing work require separate permits.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Standish, ME?
Fees are calculated as: Not fully detailed; contact department for current schedule..
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Standish, ME?
1. Contact Code Enforcement at (207) 642-4571 to determine applicable permits. 2. Download application forms from standish.org/code-enforcement/pages/documents. 3. Complete application with required documents (site plan, construction drawings, energy compliance documentation). 4. Submit to Code Enforcement at 175 Northeast Road. 5. Code Enforcement reviews for MUBEC and local ordinance compliance. 6. Pay permit fee per Town of Standish Fee Schedule; note that impact fees (per amended Chapter 181) may apply for new construction. 7. Permit issued; post at job site. 8. Schedule required inspections (call before backfilling foundations). 9. Final inspection and close-out.
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Standish, 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 Code Enforcement.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Standish, ME?
Inspections can be scheduled via: (207) 642-4571.

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