City Building Permits

Town of Georgetown, ME - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Maine Sagadahoc County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Georgetown, Sagadahoc County. Population approximately 1,058 (2020 Census). Population well below 4,000; MUBEC optional. Georgetown is a coastal island community (on Georgetown Island) with extensive shoreline on the Kennebec River, Sheepscot Bay, and Atlantic coast. Shoreland zoning is extremely significant.

Department
Code Enforcement
Address
50 Bay Point Road, Georgetown, ME 04548
Phone
(207) 371-2820
Website
https://www.georgetownme.com/?page_id=37

Application Process

  1. Contact Code Enforcement Officer Mike at georgetownceo@gmail.com or the Town Office at (207) 371-2820 to discuss project and confirm requirements.
  2. Obtain Building Permit application form from town website Forms and Applications page or from Town Office.
  3. Submit completed application with site plan and construction documents.
  4. Pay applicable fees.
  5. Permit issued; post at job site.
  6. Schedule required inspections with CEO.

Typical processing time: Contact office for estimate.

Source: Code Enforcement

General Requirements

New construction; additions; alterations; demolition. Call first to confirm if a permit is needed for any project.

Required Documents

  • Completed application
  • Site plan
  • Construction drawings
Permit validity
Not publicly specified; confirm with CEO.
Building code
MUBEC optional for Georgetown (population well under 4,000). Current adoption status should be confirmed with CEO.
Contractor requirements
Maine-licensed electricians; Maine-licensed plumbers.

Fees

Payment note
Contact Code Enforcement Officer at georgetownceo@gmail.com or Town Office at (207) 371-2820 for fee information.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Ordinary maintenance and repair

Important: Confirm all exemptions with CEO given the prevalence of shoreland zone applicability in this coastal island community.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • georgetownceo@gmail.com (email)
  • (207) 371-2820 (phone)
Inspection hours
Contact office for current hours.

Typical inspection sequence: Typical sequence: Foundation, framing, rough-in plumbing, final inspection. Shoreland zone: CEO must inspect and approve any work in shoreland zone before, during, and after construction.

Additional Resources

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Georgetown Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Georgetown, ME?
New construction; additions; alterations; demolition. Call first to confirm if a permit is needed for any project.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Georgetown, ME?
1. Contact Code Enforcement Officer Mike at georgetownceo@gmail.com or the Town Office at (207) 371-2820 to discuss project and confirm requirements. 2. Obtain Building Permit application form from town website Forms and Applications page or from Town Office. 3. Submit completed application with site plan and construction documents. 4. Pay applicable fees. 5. Permit issued; post at job site. 6. Schedule required inspections with CEO.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Georgetown, ME?
Typical processing time is Contact office for estimate..
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Georgetown, ME?
The following work is generally exempt: Ordinary maintenance and repair. Note: Confirm all exemptions with CEO given the prevalence of shoreland zone applicability in this coastal island community.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Georgetown, ME?
Inspections can be scheduled via: georgetownceo@gmail.com, (207) 371-2820.

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