Union, ME — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Code Enforcement Office

Street address

1070 Heald Highway (Route 17), Union, ME 04862

Phone

207-785-3658

Coverage

Town of Union, population approximately 2,200. Rural inland community, well below MUBEC mandatory threshold. Enforces Maine State Plumbing Code and subsurface wastewater disposal rules. May use contracted or part-time CEO. Shoreland zoning applies to Crawford Lake (Alford Lake), Seven Tree Pond, and other water bodies within town.

Online portal

Town of Union

In-person / paper-based

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Union

New construction, structural alterations, additions, demolition. Subsurface wastewater (septic) permits required for new or replacement systems. Shoreland Zoning permit required near regulated water bodies.

Scope of work

Permit?

Routine maintenance and repair

Exempt

Agricultural outbuildings not for human occupancy

Exempt

Exempt Routine maintenance and repair
Exempt Agricultural outbuildings not for human occupancy

Note: Confirm exemptions with CEO; rural towns may have broader local exemptions. Shoreland Zoning still applies in regulated zones regardless of building permit exemption.

Required documents

Application
Site plan
Drawings as appropriate to scope

Building code: MUBEC optional for towns under 4,000; CEO may apply MUBEC or base standards. Subsurface wastewater regulated by Maine DEP/DHHS rules. Confirm current code adoption with CEO.
Permit validity: Work within 180 days typically; confirm with CEO
Owner-builder: Owners may perform own work; licensed electricians and plumbers required for trade permits
Contractor requirements: Maine-licensed electrician and plumber

Source: Code Enforcement Office ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Not publicly specified; contact office

01

Contact Code Enforcement Office to confirm what permits are required.
02

Obtain permit application forms from town office.
03

Prepare site plan and project description appropriate to scope.
04

Submit application with fee payment.
05

CEO reviews and approves or requests additional information.
06

Post permit at job site; begin work.
07

Schedule and pass required inspections.

Typical processing time: Not publicly specified; contact office

Source: Code Enforcement Office ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Union building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Permit fee formula

Contact CEO

Cash or check payable to Town of Union

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

207-785-3658 (phone)

Inspection hours: Part-time or limited hours common in small Maine towns; call ahead

Typical sequence: Typical sequence: Foundation (if new construction), framing, rough-in as applicable, final

Source: Code Enforcement Office ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Union permits

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

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

Building permit fees in Union, ME are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Contact CEO.

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

To apply for a building permit in Union, ME, follow these steps: 1. Contact Code Enforcement Office to confirm what permits are required. 2. Obtain permit application forms from town office. 3. Prepare site plan and project description appropriate to scope. 4. Submit application with fee payment. 5. CEO reviews and approves or requests additional information. 6. Post permit at job site; begin work. 7. Schedule and pass required inspections.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Union, ME? ▸

Building permit processing times in Union, ME typically run Not publicly specified; contact office. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in Union, ME? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Union, ME. The following work is generally exempt: Routine maintenance and repair; Agricultural outbuildings not for human occupancy. Note: Confirm exemptions with CEO; rural towns may have broader local exemptions. Shoreland Zoning still applies in regulated zones regardless of building permit exemption. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Union, ME? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Union, ME via: 207-785-3658.

last verified April 2026 source Code Enforcement Office ↗ entry id permits/maine/knox/union

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

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