City Building Permits

Town of Monson, ME - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Maine Piscataquis County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Building permits, shoreland zoning, and plumbing within Monson town limits. Monson abuts several ponds and has shoreland zone areas.

Department
Code Enforcement (administered through Town Office)
Address
10 Tenney Hill Road, P.O. Box 308, Monson, ME 04464
Phone
(207) 997-3641
Website
https://www.monsonmaine.org/administration

Online Permit Portal

Open Town Office

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

Application Process

  1. Contact Town Office at (207) 997-3641 or deputy@monsonmaine.org to request a building permit application.
  2. Complete application with plans and site plan; include shoreland zone form if applicable.
  3. Submit to Town Office / Code Enforcement Officer.
  4. Fee assessed and collected.
  5. Permit issued upon approval.
  6. Schedule inspections with Town Office.

Source: Code Enforcement (administered through Town Office)

General Requirements

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

Required Documents

  • Completed application
  • Plans
  • Site plan
  • Shoreland zone form (if applicable)
  • Plumbing permit via LPI
Building code
Below mandatory MUBEC threshold. Local ordinance governs. State minimum shoreland zoning standards apply.
Owner-builder
Permitted for own primary residence; state-licensed trades required for electrical and plumbing.
Contractor requirements
No state GC license; Maine licensed electricians and plumbers required.

Fees

Payment note
Not published; contact (207) 997-3641.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Ordinary maintenance and repair.

Important: Contact Town Office to confirm.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (207) 997-3641 (phone)

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Code Enforcement (administered through Town Office) before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Monson Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Monson, ME?
New structures, additions, structural alterations, work in the shoreland zone.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Monson, ME?
1. Contact Town Office at (207) 997-3641 or deputy@monsonmaine.org to request a building permit application. 2. Complete application with plans and site plan; include shoreland zone form if applicable. 3. Submit to Town Office / Code Enforcement Officer. 4. Fee assessed and collected. 5. Permit issued upon approval. 6. Schedule inspections with Town Office.
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Monson, ME?
The following work is generally exempt: Ordinary maintenance and repair.. Note: Contact Town Office to confirm.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Monson, ME?
Inspections can be scheduled via: (207) 997-3641.

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