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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Madison
New construction and substantial renovation as per MUBEC.
Note: Routine maintenance and cosmetic work generally exempt. Contact CEO for specific guidance.
Required documents
- Completed building permit application
- Site plan and project details
- Building code
- Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code (MUBEC), 2021 IBC/IRC/IEBC effective April 7, 2025. Mandatory enforcement as population over 4,000.
- Owner-builder
- Homeowners may pull permits for their primary residence per Maine state law.
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Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Contact the Code Enforcement Officer at the Town Office (207) 696-3971 to schedule an appointment before starting any project.
- 02 Pick up or download applicable application forms from the Code Enforcement page.
- 03 For subdivision, work in the shoreland zone, or commercial site review, applications are required from the Planning Board as well.
- 04 Complete the building permit application with site plan and project details.
- 05 Submit to the Town Office; pay applicable fees.
- 06 Await CEO review and approval.
- 07 Post permit on job site and retain approved plans on-site.
- 08 Schedule and pass required MUBEC inspections.
- 09 Obtain final Certificate of Occupancy.
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Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- (207) 696-3971 (phone)
Typical sequence: Required MUBEC inspection stages: footing/foundation, framing/rough-in, insulation, final inspection.
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Frequently asked
Common questions about Madison permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Madison, ME? ▸
New construction and substantial renovation as per MUBEC.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Madison, ME? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Madison, ME, follow these steps: 1. Contact the Code Enforcement Officer at the Town Office (207) 696-3971 to schedule an appointment before starting any project. 2. Pick up or download applicable application forms from the Code Enforcement page. 3. For subdivision, work in the shoreland zone, or commercial site review, applications are required from the Planning Board as well. 4. Complete the building permit application with site plan and project details. 5. Submit to the Town Office; pay applicable fees. 6. Await CEO review and approval. 7. Post permit on job site and retain approved plans on-site. 8. Schedule and pass required MUBEC inspections. 9. Obtain final Certificate of Occupancy.
03 How do I schedule a building inspection in Madison, ME? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Madison, ME via: (207) 696-3971.
last verified April 2026
source Code Enforcement Office, Town of Madison ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Code Enforcement Office, Town of Madison before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.