Windsor, ME — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Code Enforcement Officer

Street address

P.O. Box 57, Windsor, Maine 04363 (Town Office for in-person submission)

Phone

(207) 445-3263 (home) or (207) 458-2154 (cell -- Arthur C. Strout, CEO); (207) 445-2998 (Greg Feltis, Assistant/LPI)

code.enforcement@windsor.maine.gov

Coverage

Town of Windsor; all construction meeting size/value thresholds within town limits

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Windsor

Any building structure exceeding 8 feet by 8 feet or valued above $2,000 in real estate assessment requires a permit

Scope of work

Permit?

Structures 8 feet by 8 feet or smaller with assessed value under $2,000 are exempt from permit requirement

Exempt

Exempt Structures 8 feet by 8 feet or smaller with assessed value under $2,000 are exempt from permit requirement

Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm edge cases with the permitting office before proceeding.

Required documents

Not explicitly listed
contact CEO

Building code: Not explicitly stated; contact CEO (Windsor population under 4,000; MUBEC not mandatory)

Source: Code Enforcement Officer ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Not stated

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Contact Arthur C. Strout (CEO) at (207) 445-3263 or (207) 458-2154, or code.enforcement@windsor.maine.gov
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Confirm whether project meets permit threshold (structures over 8'x8' or assessed value above $2,000)
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Obtain permit application from town office or via CEO
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Complete application with required documents
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Submit during Tuesday evening office hours (6:00-7:00 PM)
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Fee collected
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Permit issued; keep on site

Typical processing time: Not stated

Source: Code Enforcement Officer ↗

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

code.enforcement@windsor.maine.gov (email)
(207) 458-2154 (phone)

Inspection hours: Tuesday evenings 6:00-7:00 PM at Windsor Town Office

Source: Code Enforcement Officer ↗

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about Windsor permits

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

Any building structure exceeding 8 feet by 8 feet or valued above $2,000 in real estate assessment requires a permit

02 How do I apply for a building permit in Windsor, ME? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Windsor, ME, follow these steps: 1. Contact Arthur C. Strout (CEO) at (207) 445-3263 or (207) 458-2154, or code.enforcement@windsor.maine.gov 2. Confirm whether project meets permit threshold (structures over 8'x8' or assessed value above $2,000) 3. Obtain permit application from town office or via CEO 4. Complete application with required documents 5. Submit during Tuesday evening office hours (6:00-7:00 PM) 6. Fee collected 7. Permit issued; keep on site

03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Windsor, ME? ▸

Building permit processing times in Windsor, ME typically run Not stated. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

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

Not all construction work requires a permit in Windsor, ME. The following work is generally exempt: Structures 8 feet by 8 feet or smaller with assessed value under $2,000 are exempt from permit requirement. Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm edge cases with the permitting office before proceeding. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

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

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Windsor, ME via: code.enforcement@windsor.maine.gov, (207) 458-2154.

last verified April 2026 source Code Enforcement Officer ↗ entry id permits/maine/kennebec/windsor

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

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