City Building Permits

Town of Islesboro, ME - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Maine Waldo County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Islesboro -- island municipality in Penobscot Bay, accessible only by ferry. Very small population. MUBEC enforcement optional. Land Use Regulation code applies.

Department
Code Enforcement Office / Licensed Plumbing Inspector
Address
150 Main Road, Islesboro, ME 04848 (municipal building)
Phone
207-734-2253 (town main)
Website
https://townofislesboro.com/town-office/code-enforcement-lpi/

Online Permit Portal

Open Town Website

Platform: Town website with forms; no dedicated online permitting portal • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Contact CEO David Dyer at 207-734-2253 during office hours.
  2. Obtain applicable permit application from town office.
  3. Determine whether project requires CEO approval alone (non-residential structures: decks, porches, driveways) or Planning Board approval (residential construction, commercial enterprises, dwelling unit expansion).
  4. Submit completed application.
  5. Pay applicable fee.
  6. Permit issued.
  7. Schedule required inspections.

Typical processing time: Contact CEO; Planning Board review required for residential/commercial projects

Source: Code Enforcement Office / Licensed Plumbing Inspector

General Requirements

Any new structure exceeding 120 square feet ("anything built for the support, shelter, or enclosure of persons, animals, goods or property of any kind" with a fixed location). Timber harvesting within 200 ft of normal high water. Fences within 75 ft of normal high water or within 50 ft of road centerline. Shoreland zone permits required for activity near water bodies.

Required Documents

  • Application form
  • Site plan
  • Indicate proximity to water bodies and road centerline
Permit validity
Contact CEO
Building code
Town of Islesboro Land Use Regulation; MUBEC optional.
Owner-builder
Contact CEO
Contractor requirements
State-licensed electrician and plumber required for trade work. No Maine general contractor license.

Fees

Permit fee formula
Contact CEO
Payment note
Contact town office

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Structures or additions 120 square feet or less (below permit threshold)

Important: Contact CEO for other local exemptions

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 207-734-2253 (phone)
Inspection hours
Tuesdays, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Plumbing and septic inspections by LPI David Dyer or alternate Toupie Rooney; building inspections by CEO

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Code Enforcement Office / Licensed Plumbing Inspector before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Islesboro Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Islesboro, ME?
Any new structure exceeding 120 square feet ("anything built for the support, shelter, or enclosure of persons, animals, goods or property of any kind" with a fixed location). Timber harvesting within 200 ft of normal high water. Fences within 75 ft of normal high water or within 50 ft of road centerline. Shoreland zone permits required for activity near water bodies.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Islesboro, ME?
Fees are calculated as: Contact CEO.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Islesboro, ME?
1. Contact CEO David Dyer at 207-734-2253 during office hours. 2. Obtain applicable permit application from town office. 3. Determine whether project requires CEO approval alone (non-residential structures: decks, porches, driveways) or Planning Board approval (residential construction, commercial enterprises, dwelling unit expansion). 4. Submit completed application. 5. Pay applicable fee. 6. Permit issued. 7. Schedule required inspections.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Islesboro, ME?
Typical processing time is Contact CEO; Planning Board review required for residential/commercial projects.
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Islesboro, ME?
The following work is generally exempt: Structures or additions 120 square feet or less (below permit threshold). Note: Contact CEO for other local exemptions
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Islesboro, ME?
Inspections can be scheduled via: 207-734-2253.

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