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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Paris
New construction from sheds to commercial buildings; renovations; plumbing; driveway installation. Per local building ordinance.
Not published; governed by local building ordinance. Contact CEO.
- Exempt Not published; governed by local building ordinance. Contact CEO.
Required documents
- Multi-purpose Permit Application
- Building Code Insert
- Multi-purpose Permit Letter of Understanding
- site plan as applicable. Additional forms: Plumbing Application
- Site Plan Application
- Driveway Permit.
- Building code
- Local Building Code; MUBEC enforcement voluntary as population is below 4,000.
- Contractor requirements
- No general contractor state license required. Maine state licenses required for electricians and plumbers.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Download the Multi-purpose Permit Application and applicable Building Code Insert from https://parismaine.org/code-enforcement-officer-2/ceo-forms/.
- 02 Complete the application; include scope of work, estimated value, and site plan as applicable.
- 03 Sign the Multi-purpose Permit Letter of Understanding.
- 04 Review the Radon Guidelines if applicable.
- 05 Submit completed application and supporting documents to the CEO in person at the Town Office (49 Market Square, South Paris).
- 06 Fee assessed per local schedule; pay fee.
- 07 Permit issued; begin work.
- 08 Schedule required inspections. - Processing time estimate if available: Not published; contact CEO. - Source URL: https://parismaine.org/code-enforcement-officer-2/
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- 207 (phone)
Typical sequence: Per local ordinance; contact CEO for requirements.
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about Paris permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Paris, ME? ▸
New construction from sheds to commercial buildings; renovations; plumbing; driveway installation. Per local building ordinance.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Paris, ME? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Paris, ME, follow these steps: 1. Download the Multi-purpose Permit Application and applicable Building Code Insert from https://parismaine.org/code-enforcement-officer-2/ceo-forms/. 2. Complete the application; include scope of work, estimated value, and site plan as applicable. 3. Sign the Multi-purpose Permit Letter of Understanding. 4. Review the Radon Guidelines if applicable. 5. Submit completed application and supporting documents to the CEO in person at the Town Office (49 Market Square, South Paris). 6. Fee assessed per local schedule; pay fee. 7. Permit issued; begin work. 8. Schedule required inspections. - Processing time estimate if available: Not published; contact CEO. - Source URL: https://parismaine.org/code-enforcement-officer-2/
03 What work is exempt from building permits in Paris, ME? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Paris, ME. The following work is generally exempt: Not published; governed by local building ordinance. Contact CEO.. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Paris, ME? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Paris, ME via: 207.
last verified April 2026
source Town of Paris -- Code Enforcement Office ↗
entry id permits/maine/oxford/paris
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Paris -- Code Enforcement Office before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.