How much does a building permit cost in Town of Burnham, ME?

Fees are calculated as: Contact town office.

How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Burnham, ME?

1. Contact the Town of Burnham office at 207-948-2369 to identify the current CEO and obtain guidance. 2. Download the Land Use Permit Application from burnham-maine.us/resources. 3. Complete application; consult applicable ordinances (Shoreland Zoning, Site Plan Review, General Provisions). 4. Submit to town office or CEO. 5. Pay applicable fee. 6. Permit issued. 7. Schedule inspections with CEO.

How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Burnham, ME?

Typical processing time is Contact town office.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Burnham, ME?

Inspections can be scheduled via: 207-948-2369.

City Building Permits

Town of Burnham, ME - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Maine Waldo County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Burnham municipal limits. Small rural inland town. Land Use Permit Application in effect along with Site Plan Review Ordinance, Shoreland Zoning Ordinance. MUBEC not required (well below 4,000 population).

Department: Code Enforcement Office (contact via town office; no dedicated code enforcement page identified)
Address: Town of Burnham, S Horseback Rd (exact office address TBD -- contact town office), Burnham, ME 04922
Phone: 207-948-2369 (town office; also listed as 207-948-2730)
Email: Not publicly listed
Website: https://burnham-maine.us/resources

Online Permit Portal

Open Resources Page

Platform: Town website with downloadable Land Use Permit Application • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Town Main Site

Application Process

Contact the Town of Burnham office at 207-948-2369 to identify the current CEO and obtain guidance.
Download the Land Use Permit Application from burnham-maine.us/resources.
Complete application; consult applicable ordinances (Shoreland Zoning, Site Plan Review, General Provisions).
Submit to town office or CEO.
Pay applicable fee.
Permit issued.
Schedule inspections with CEO.

Typical processing time: Contact town office

Source: Code Enforcement Office (contact via town office; no dedicated code enforcement page identified)

General Requirements

Per Land Use Permit Application and local ordinances; new construction, additions, site plan review projects, shoreland zone activity. Separate plumbing and septic permits required.

Required Documents

Land Use Permit Application
Site plan if required

Permit validity: Contact town office
Building code: Burnham Shoreland Zoning Ordinance, Site Plan Review Ordinance, General Provisions Ordinance, Utility Scale Solar Energy Facility Ordinance; MUBEC optional.
Owner-builder: Contact town office
Contractor requirements: State-licensed electrician and plumber required. No Maine general contractor license.

Fees

Permit fee formula: Contact town office
Payment note: Contact town office

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Code Enforcement Office (contact via town office; no dedicated code enforcement page identified) to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

207-948-2369 (phone)

Inspection hours: Contact town office for current hours

Typical inspection sequence: Contact CEO

Additional Resources

Building code: Burnham Shoreland Zoning Ordinance, Site Plan Review Ordinance, General Provisions Ordinance, Utility Scale Solar Energy Facility Ordinance; MUBEC optional.
Resources Page
License lookup guide: Maine Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Maine Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Maine hub: Maine Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Code Enforcement Office (contact via town office; no dedicated code enforcement page identified) before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Burnham Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Burnham, ME?: Per Land Use Permit Application and local ordinances; new construction, additions, site plan review projects, shoreland zone activity. Separate plumbing and septic permits required.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Burnham, ME?: Fees are calculated as: Contact town office.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Burnham, ME?: 1. Contact the Town of Burnham office at 207-948-2369 to identify the current CEO and obtain guidance. 2. Download the Land Use Permit Application from burnham-maine.us/resources. 3. Complete application; consult applicable ordinances (Shoreland Zoning, Site Plan Review, General Provisions). 4. Submit to town office or CEO. 5. Pay applicable fee. 6. Permit issued. 7. Schedule inspections with CEO.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Burnham, ME?: Typical processing time is Contact town office.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Burnham, ME?: Inspections can be scheduled via: 207-948-2369.

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