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City building permits

Town of Nobleboro

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

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Code Enforcement Officer / Shoreland Zoning Office / Plumbing Inspector / Building Inspector

Street address
192 US Highway 1, Nobleboro, Maine 04555 (town office)
Coverage
Town of Nobleboro. Small population; MUBEC adoption discretionary. Damariscotta Lake is a significant waterbody; extensive shoreland zoning. Land Use Ordinance amended March 15, 2025. Inspections by appointment only.
Online portal
Code Enforcement page
PDF applications
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Nobleboro

Building permit required for new construction and structural alterations per Land Use Ordinance. Separate plumbing and septic permits. Shoreland Zoning permit for work in shoreland zone. Life Safety Application for short-term rental registration. Accessory Dwelling Unit permit for long-term ADU.

Ordinary maintenance
  • Exempt Ordinary maintenance

Note: Refer to Land Use Ordinance (amended March 15, 2025) for full exemption list.

Required documents
  • Application form
  • Site plan
  • HHE-200 for new/expanded sewage disposal
Building code
MUBEC adoption discretionary (small population). Land Use Ordinance governs. Contact CEO for building standard applied.
Contractor requirements
State-licensed electrician for electrical. State-licensed plumber for plumbing permits. No Maine general contractor license.

Source: Code Enforcement Officer / Shoreland Zoning Office / Plumbing Inspector / Building Inspector ↗

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Contact CEO Evan Pothier at (207) 563-8816 or nobleboroceo@tidewater.net to schedule an appointment and discuss project requirements.
  2. 02
    Obtain applicable permit application from town website (Building Permit, Driveway Permit, Plumbing Permit, Plumbing/Septic, HHE-200, Shoreland Zoning Permit, Life Safety Application for short-term rentals, or Accessory Dwelling Unit application for long-term).
  3. 03
    Complete and submit application with required supporting documents.
  4. 04
    CEO reviews under Land Use Ordinance (amended March 15, 2025).
  5. 05
    Pay permit fee per Building Permit Fees or Plumbing/Septic Permit Fees schedule (available on town website).
  6. 06
    Permit issued; post at job site.
  7. 07
    Inspections by appointment only.

Source: Code Enforcement Officer / Shoreland Zoning Office / Plumbing Inspector / Building Inspector ↗

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • (207) 563-8816 (phone)
  • nobleboroceo@tidewater.net (email)
Inspection hours
By appointment only

Typical sequence: Per Land Use Ordinance and applicable state requirements.

Source: Code Enforcement Officer / Shoreland Zoning Office / Plumbing Inspector / Building Inspector ↗

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about Nobleboro permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Nobleboro, ME?
Building permit required for new construction and structural alterations per Land Use Ordinance. Separate plumbing and septic permits. Shoreland Zoning permit for work in shoreland zone. Life Safety Application for short-term rental registration. Accessory Dwelling Unit permit for long-term ADU.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Nobleboro, ME?
To apply for a building permit in Nobleboro, ME, follow these steps: 1. Contact CEO Evan Pothier at (207) 563-8816 or nobleboroceo@tidewater.net to schedule an appointment and discuss project requirements. 2. Obtain applicable permit application from town website (Building Permit, Driveway Permit, Plumbing Permit, Plumbing/Septic, HHE-200, Shoreland Zoning Permit, Life Safety Application for short-term rentals, or Accessory Dwelling Unit application for long-term). 3. Complete and submit application with required supporting documents. 4. CEO reviews under Land Use Ordinance (amended March 15, 2025). 5. Pay permit fee per Building Permit Fees or Plumbing/Septic Permit Fees schedule (available on town website). 6. Permit issued; post at job site. 7. Inspections by appointment only.
03 What work is exempt from building permits in Nobleboro, ME?
Not all construction work requires a permit in Nobleboro, ME. The following work is generally exempt: Ordinary maintenance. Note: Refer to Land Use Ordinance (amended March 15, 2025) for full exemption list. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Nobleboro, ME?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Nobleboro, ME via: (207) 563-8816, nobleboroceo@tidewater.net.

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Code Enforcement Officer / Shoreland Zoning Office / Plumbing Inspector / Building Inspector before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.