Town of Canaan

Canaan does NOT require standard building permits for structures (as of research date); verify with Town Office whether this policy has changed. Interior plumbing permits, septic designs, and septic permits ARE required.

• Exempt Most structural construction does not require a formal building permit -- the Intent to Build Form is used instead

Note: In Canaan, most structural construction does not require a formal building permit -- the Intent to Build Form is used instead. Confirm with Town Office.

Building code

Canaan does not require building permits for structures. State plumbing code enforced.

1. 01
   If adding on to an existing home, building a deck, adding a shed, or similar work: Complete an Intent to Build Form (print from town website or complete in person) and submit to the Town Office. No fee for this form.
2. 02
   For interior plumbing permits: Provide 3 signed copies to the Town Office for Code Enforcement / Plumbing Inspector (Charlie Worcester) approval. Fee: $10.00 per fixture.
3. 03
   For septic/subsurface wastewater disposal: Contact the LPI/CEO.
4. 04
   Await review.
5. 05
   Complete work in compliance with applicable codes.
6. 06
   Schedule any required inspections.

Source: Town of Canaan (no separate Code Enforcement Office; permits handled at Town Office) ↗

• Town Office (phone)

Inspection hours

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Wednesday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Typical sequence: Plumbing inspections by Charlie Worcester (CEO/LPI). Septic system inspections required (site prep and pre-backfill).