City Building Permits

Town of Guilford, ME - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Maine Piscataquis County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Building permits, land use, and shoreland zoning within Guilford town limits. Guilford is home to the Piscataquis River and has shoreland zone areas subject to local ordinance and DEP oversight.

Department
Code Enforcement Department
Address
Guilford Town Office, 8 Elm Street, Guilford, ME 04443
Phone
(207) 876-3338
Website
https://townofguilford.com/departments/code-enforcement/

Online Permit Portal

Open Code Enforcement

Platform: Town website • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Download the Building Permit Application from https://townofguilford.com/wp-content/uploads/TOG_Building_Permit_Application.pdf or pick up at the Town Office.
  2. Complete the application; attach building plans and site plan.
  3. If project is within the shoreland zone, include shoreland zoning permit application.
  4. Submit application to Code Enforcement Officer at the Guilford Town Office.
  5. Fee calculated and collected.
  6. Permit issued upon approval.
  7. Schedule required inspections with the CEO.

Typical processing time: Not formally published; contact CEO.

Source: Code Enforcement Department

General Requirements

New structures, additions, structural alterations, demolitions, and any work in the shoreland zone.

Required Documents

  • Completed application
  • Building plans
  • Site plan
  • Shoreland zoning form (if applicable)
  • Plumbing permit (via LPI)
Permit validity
Not formally published; contact CEO.
Building code
Below mandatory MUBEC threshold. Local land use zoning ordinance (enacted March 15, 2004; amended March 16, 2015) governs. Planning Board meets third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 PM.
Owner-builder
Permitted for own primary residence; licensed trades required for electrical and plumbing.
Contractor requirements
No state GC license required; licensed electricians and plumbers required.

Fees

Payment note
Not published online; contact Town Office at (207) 876-3338.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Ordinary maintenance and repair not affecting structural systems or the shoreland zone.

Important: Contact CEO to confirm prior to starting any project.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (207) 876-3338 (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: Foundation, framing, insulation, rough plumbing (LPI), electrical, 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 Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Guilford Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Guilford, ME?
New structures, additions, structural alterations, demolitions, and any work in the shoreland zone.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Guilford, ME?
1. Download the Building Permit Application from https://townofguilford.com/wp-content/uploads/TOG_Building_Permit_Application.pdf or pick up at the Town Office. 2. Complete the application; attach building plans and site plan. 3. If project is within the shoreland zone, include shoreland zoning permit application. 4. Submit application to Code Enforcement Officer at the Guilford Town Office. 5. Fee calculated and collected. 6. Permit issued upon approval. 7. Schedule required inspections with the CEO.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Guilford, ME?
Typical processing time is Not formally published; contact CEO..
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Guilford, ME?
The following work is generally exempt: Ordinary maintenance and repair not affecting structural systems or the shoreland zone.. Note: Contact CEO to confirm prior to starting any project.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Guilford, ME?
Inspections can be scheduled via: (207) 876-3338.

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