How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Farmington, ME?

1. Complete a Building Notification Form and a Project Registration Form for all new structures, additions, modular homes, or mobile homes. 2. Submit forms to the Code Enforcement and Planning Office. 3. An E-911 address is assigned to new construction once forms are recorded with the Assessing, Code, and Fire Departments. 4. For sign permits: complete a Sign Permit Application. Temporary advertising banners (up to 30 days) require approval but carry no permit fee; permanent signage fees apply. 5. For plumbing work: contact the Plumbing Inspector for an Internal Plumbing Permit.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Farmington, ME?

Inspections can be scheduled via: (207) 778-5874.

City Building Permits

Town of Farmington, ME - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Maine Franklin County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the Town of Farmington.

Department: Code Enforcement and Planning Office
Address: Farmington Municipal Building, 153 Farmington Falls Road, Farmington, ME 04938
Phone: (207) 778-5874
Website: https://www.farmington-maine.org/code-enforcement-planning-office-home

Application Process

Complete a Building Notification Form and a Project Registration Form for all new structures, additions, modular homes, or mobile homes.
Submit forms to the Code Enforcement and Planning Office.
An E-911 address is assigned to new construction once forms are recorded with the Assessing, Code, and Fire Departments.
For sign permits: complete a Sign Permit Application. Temporary advertising banners (up to 30 days) require approval but carry no permit fee; permanent signage fees apply.
For plumbing work: contact the Plumbing Inspector for an Internal Plumbing Permit.

Source: Code Enforcement and Planning Office

General Requirements

A building permit is required for all construction within the Town of Farmington.

Required Documents

Building Notification Form
Project Registration Form

Building code: Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code (MUBEC) 2021 edition (IBC, IRC, IECC)

Fees

Payment note: Contact Code Enforcement Office for current fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Code Enforcement and Planning Office to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

(207) 778-5874 (phone)

Inspection hours: Monday through Thursday, 7:30 AM -- 5:30 PM (closed Friday)

Typical inspection sequence: Standard MUBEC inspection sequence applies. The CEO or their designee conducts inspections. Third-party inspectors are available through the state Office of the State Fire Marshal's approved inspector list. Final occupancy certificate issued after successful final inspection.

Additional Resources

Building code: Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code (MUBEC) 2021 edition (IBC, IRC, IECC)
Maine Office of the State Fire Marshal (Building Codes)
Maine DEP Shoreland Zoning
Maine DHHS Subsurface Wastewater Program (septic)
License lookup guide: Maine Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Maine Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Maine hub: Maine Contractor License & Permit Hub

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Farmington Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Farmington, ME?: A building permit is required for all construction within the Town of Farmington.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Farmington, ME?: 1. Complete a Building Notification Form and a Project Registration Form for all new structures, additions, modular homes, or mobile homes. 2. Submit forms to the Code Enforcement and Planning Office. 3. An E-911 address is assigned to new construction once forms are recorded with the Assessing, Code, and Fire Departments. 4. For sign permits: complete a Sign Permit Application. Temporary advertising banners (up to 30 days) require approval but carry no permit fee; permanent signage fees apply. 5. For plumbing work: contact the Plumbing Inspector for an Internal Plumbing Permit.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Farmington, ME?: Inspections can be scheduled via: (207) 778-5874.

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