Georgetown, ME — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Code Enforcement

Street address

50 Bay Point Road, Georgetown, ME 04548

Phone

(207) 371-2820

georgetownceo@gmail.com

Coverage

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.

Website

Department website

Additional resources

Forms and Applications ↗

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Georgetown

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

Scope of work

Permit?

Ordinary maintenance and repair

Exempt

Exempt Ordinary maintenance and repair

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

Required documents

Completed application
Site plan
Construction drawings

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

Source: Code Enforcement ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Contact office for estimate.

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

Typical processing time: Contact office for estimate.

Source: Code Enforcement ↗

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

georgetownceo@gmail.com (email)
(207) 371-2820 (phone)

Inspection hours: Contact office for current hours.

Typical 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.

Source: Code Enforcement ↗

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about Georgetown permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Georgetown, ME? ▸

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

02 How do I apply for a building permit in Georgetown, ME? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Georgetown, ME, follow these steps: 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.

03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Georgetown, ME? ▸

Building permit processing times in Georgetown, ME typically run Contact office for estimate.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

04 What work is exempt from building permits in Georgetown, ME? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in 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. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Georgetown, ME? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Georgetown, ME via: georgetownceo@gmail.com, (207) 371-2820.

last verified April 2026 source Code Enforcement ↗ entry id permits/maine/sagadahoc/georgetown

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Code Enforcement before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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