City Building Permits

Town of Fairfield, ME - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Maine Somerset County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated Town of Fairfield.

Department
Office of Code Enforcement / Planning and Development, Town of Fairfield
Address
19 Lawrence Avenue, P.O. Box 149, Fairfield, ME 04937
Phone
(207) 453-7911
Website
https://www.fairfield-me.gov/247/Code-Enforcement

Online Permit Portal

Open Fairfield Code Enforcement

Platform: Paper / In-Person • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Contact the Code Enforcement Office at (207) 453-7911 or info@fairfield-me.gov with questions before starting.
  2. Obtain the Building Permit Application (Rev. 2025) from the town website or office.
  3. A building permit is required for all construction involving the construction, repair, movement, removal, or demolition of any building or structure.
  4. Separate permits are required for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work.
  5. Complete the application and attach required documents (site plan, construction drawings, contractor info as applicable).
  6. The price of the permit is calculated using the cost of the construction.
  7. Submit application and pay fee to the CEO's office.
  8. Await review and approval.
  9. Post permit and retain plans on-site.
  10. Schedule inspections with the CEO's office.
  11. Obtain Certificate of Occupancy upon successful final inspection.

Source: Office of Code Enforcement / Planning and Development, Town of Fairfield

General Requirements

All construction involving construction, repair, movement, removal, or demolition of any building or structure.

Required Documents

  • Completed building permit application
  • Site plan
  • Construction drawings
  • Contractor information as applicable
Building code
Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code (MUBEC), 2021 IBC/IRC/IEBC effective April 7, 2025. Mandatory enforcement as population over 4,000.

Fees

Permit fee formula
Based on the cost of construction.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective 2025).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Office of Code Enforcement / Planning and Development, Town of Fairfield to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (207) 453-7911 (phone)
Inspection hours
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: Required MUBEC inspection stages: footing/foundation, framing/rough-in, insulation, final.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Office of Code Enforcement / Planning and Development, Town of Fairfield before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Fairfield Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Fairfield, ME?
All construction involving construction, repair, movement, removal, or demolition of any building or structure.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Fairfield, ME?
Fees are calculated as: Based on the cost of construction..
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Fairfield, ME?
1. Contact the Code Enforcement Office at (207) 453-7911 or info@fairfield-me.gov with questions before starting. 2. Obtain the Building Permit Application (Rev. 2025) from the town website or office. 3. A building permit is required for all construction involving the construction, repair, movement, removal, or demolition of any building or structure. 4. Separate permits are required for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work. 5. Complete the application and attach required documents (site plan, construction drawings, contractor info as applicable). 6. The price of the permit is calculated using the cost of the construction. 7. Submit application and pay fee to the CEO's office. 8. Await review and approval. 9. Post permit and retain plans on-site. 10. Schedule inspections with the CEO's office. 11. Obtain Certificate of Occupancy upon successful final inspection.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Fairfield, ME?
Inspections can be scheduled via: (207) 453-7911.

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