City Building Permits

Town of St. George, ME - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Maine Knox County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of St. George, population approximately 2,700. Scenic coastal peninsula encompassing Tenants Harbor, Port Clyde, Wiley's Corner, and Martinsville villages. Significant lobstering and fishing economy with working waterfront infrastructure. Extensive shoreland zoning given long coastline and numerous coves. Below MUBEC mandatory threshold. Port Clyde is the departure point for Monhegan Island ferry. CEO may be part-time or contracted.

Department
Code Enforcement Office
Address
Town Office, 3 School Street, Tenants Harbor, ME 04860
Phone
207-372-6363
Website
https://www.stgeorgemaine.com/

Online Permit Portal

Open Town of St. George

Platform: In-person / paper-based • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Contact Code Enforcement to confirm requirements for your project type and location.
  2. Obtain and complete permit application; include shoreland zoning information if within 250 ft of water.
  3. Submit to Code Enforcement with site plan and all required documentation.
  4. CEO reviews; fee paid; permit issued.
  5. Schedule required inspections.
  6. Obtain final approval.

Typical processing time: Contact office

Source: Code Enforcement Office

General Requirements

New construction, structural alterations, additions, demolition. Shoreland Zoning permit required for work within regulated distances of the extensive St. George coastline, coves, and rivers. Working waterfront structures may require Maine DMR or DEP review.

Required Documents

  • Application
  • Site plan
  • Drawings
  • Contractor license info
Permit validity
Confirm with CEO
Building code
Below MUBEC threshold; confirm current code standard with CEO
Owner-builder
Owner may be GC; licensed trades required
Contractor requirements
Maine-licensed electrician and plumber

Fees

Permit fee formula
Contact CEO
Payment note
Cash or check payable to Town of St. George

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Routine maintenance and repair
  • Cosmetic work

Important: Confirm with CEO; coastal shoreland zone may require permits even for maintenance-level work on waterfront structures

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 207-372-6363 (phone)
Inspection hours
Confirm schedule; part-time CEO common in rural coastal Maine

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

Additional Resources

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of St. George Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of St. George, ME?
New construction, structural alterations, additions, demolition. Shoreland Zoning permit required for work within regulated distances of the extensive St. George coastline, coves, and rivers. Working waterfront structures may require Maine DMR or DEP review.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of St. George, ME?
Fees are calculated as: Contact CEO.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of St. George, ME?
1. Contact Code Enforcement to confirm requirements for your project type and location. 2. Obtain and complete permit application; include shoreland zoning information if within 250 ft of water. 3. Submit to Code Enforcement with site plan and all required documentation. 4. CEO reviews; fee paid; permit issued. 5. Schedule required inspections. 6. Obtain final approval.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of St. George, ME?
Typical processing time is Contact office.
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of St. George, ME?
The following work is generally exempt: Routine maintenance and repair; Cosmetic work. Note: Confirm with CEO; coastal shoreland zone may require permits even for maintenance-level work on waterfront structures
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of St. George, ME?
Inspections can be scheduled via: 207-372-6363.

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