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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Northport
New construction, additions, alterations, demolition, shoreland zone activity, subdivision, site plan review, new plumbing, septic systems. CEO also administers Northport Village Corporation Zoning and E911 Ordinance.
Note: Contact CEO; refer to Building Permit Ordinance (2022 rev.)
- Completed application for the applicable permit type
- Site plan
- Contractor information
- Shoreland zone application if within 250 ft of water
- Building code
- Northport Building Permit Ordinance (2022 revision); Shoreland Zoning Ordinance; MUBEC optional.
- Permit validity
- Refer to Building Permit Ordinance (2022 revision); contact CEO for current terms
- Owner-builder
- Contact CEO
- Contractor requirements
- State-licensed electrician and plumber required. No Maine general contractor license.
Source: Code Enforcement Office (combined CEO / LPI / Addressing Agent) ↗
Application process
Typical processing: Contact CEO
- 01 Contact CEO Toupie Rooney before starting any project.
- 02 Determine permit type: building permit, site plan review, shoreland permit, subdivision, plumbing, demolition, asbestos demolition.
- 03 Download and complete applicable application form from town website.
- 04 Submit application to CEO.
- 05 Pay applicable fee per the Fee Schedule (effective July 1, 2025).
- 06 Permit issued; post at job site.
- 07 Schedule inspections with CEO.
Typical processing time: Contact CEO
Source: Code Enforcement Office (combined CEO / LPI / Addressing Agent) ↗
Fee schedule
Effective July 1, 2025
Contact town office
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- northportceo@gmail.com (email)
- (207) 338-3819 ext. 5 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Thursdays, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Typical sequence: Contact CEO for project-specific sequence
Source: Code Enforcement Office (combined CEO / LPI / Addressing Agent) ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about Northport permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Northport, ME? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Northport, ME? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Northport, ME? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Northport, ME? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Northport, ME? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Code Enforcement Office (combined CEO / LPI / Addressing Agent) before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.