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§ ME Penobscot County
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City of Old Town

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

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Not formally published; contact office.
Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Old Town Code Enforcement Office

Street address
150 Brunswick Street, Old Town, ME 04468
Phone
207-827-3965
Email
drussell@old-town.org
Coverage
City of Old Town in Penobscot County. The CEO provides inspections and issues Building Permits, Plumbing Permits, Electrical Permits, Sign Permits, Flood Hazard Development Permits, and other permits.
Online portal
Permits and Applications
City Website
Website
Department website
Additional resources
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Old Town

New construction (residential and commercial), structural alterations, additions, demolitions. Flood Hazard Development Permits required for work in floodplain areas.

Minor maintenance and ordinary repair not affecting structural elements
  • Exempt Minor maintenance and ordinary repair not affecting structural elements

Note: Contact CEO at 207-827-3965 for specific exemption confirmation.

Required documents
  • Completed application
  • Site plan
  • Construction drawings
Building code
MUBEC -- 2021 ICC with Maine amendments effective April 7, 2025.
Permit validity
Not formally published; contact office.
Owner-builder
State rules apply.
Contractor requirements
Licensed trades required under Maine state law.

Source: City of Old Town Code Enforcement Office ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Not formally published; contact office.

  1. 01
    Contact Code Enforcement at 207-827-3965 or visit 150 Brunswick Street to determine required permits.
  2. 02
    Download or obtain the applicable application form.
  3. 03
    Complete the application and prepare required plans.
  4. 04
    Submit application in person to the Code Enforcement Office.
  5. 05
    Staff reviews application; fee assessed per the fee schedule.
  6. 06
    Permit issued upon approval; post on job site.
  7. 07
    Schedule required inspections.
  8. 08
    Final inspection and Certificate of Occupancy if applicable.

Typical processing time: Not formally published; contact office.

Source: City of Old Town Code Enforcement Office ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Old Town building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Residential multi-family noted at $100 plus $30 per dwelling unit for electrical
02
Plan check fee
Not separately listed
03
Permit fee formula
Commercial/industrial: $100 plus 1% of estimated cost over $5,000; residential alterations based on estimated cost of work.
04
Penalty (no permit)
Double permit fee assessed if work begins before permit is issued.

Payment at Code Enforcement Office.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • 207-827-3965 (phone)
Inspection hours
Standard city business hours

Typical sequence: Foundation, framing, rough plumbing and electrical, mechanical, final; Certificate of Occupancy required before occupancy.

Source: City of Old Town Code Enforcement Office ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Old Town permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Old Town, ME? ▸
New construction (residential and commercial), structural alterations, additions, demolitions. Flood Hazard Development Permits required for work in floodplain areas.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Old Town, ME? ▸
Building permit fees in Old Town, ME are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Residential multi-family noted at $100 plus $30 per dwelling unit for electrical. Fees are calculated as: Commercial/industrial: $100 plus 1% of estimated cost over $5,000; residential alterations based on estimated cost of work.. Plan check fee: Not separately listed.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Old Town, ME? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Old Town, ME, follow these steps: 1. Contact Code Enforcement at 207-827-3965 or visit 150 Brunswick Street to determine required permits. 2. Download or obtain the applicable application form. 3. Complete the application and prepare required plans. 4. Submit application in person to the Code Enforcement Office. 5. Staff reviews application; fee assessed per the fee schedule. 6. Permit issued upon approval; post on job site. 7. Schedule required inspections. 8. Final inspection and Certificate of Occupancy if applicable.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Old Town, ME? ▸
Building permit processing times in Old Town, ME typically run Not formally published; contact office.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Old Town, ME? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Old Town, ME. The following work is generally exempt: Minor maintenance and ordinary repair not affecting structural elements. Note: Contact CEO at 207-827-3965 for specific exemption confirmation. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Old Town, ME? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Old Town, ME via: 207-827-3965.
last verified April 2026 source City of Old Town Code Enforcement Office ↗ entry id permits/maine/penobscot/old-town
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Old Town Code Enforcement Office before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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