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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Stockton Springs
Change of use, additions to structures, activities listed in the Schedule of Uses, earth-moving or improvements in Shoreland Zone or Floodplain, accessory structures to permitted uses, projects within 250 ft of water bodies (shoreland application required).
Note: Contact CEO for exempt activities under local ordinances
- Completed application
- Site plan
- Land use map showing property location
- Applicable ordinance compliance documentation
- Building code
- Local ordinances including Land Use Ordinance, Shoreland Zoning; MUBEC optional.
- Permit validity
- Contact CEO
- Owner-builder
- Contact CEO
- Contractor requirements
- State-licensed electrician and plumber required. No Maine general contractor license.
Application process
Typical processing: Contact CEO
- 01 Contact CEO Adam Caldwell before beginning any project; call 207-567-3404 or email codes@stocktonsprings.org.
- 02 Determine applicable permit type: change of use, addition, shoreland zone, floodplain, accessory structure, activity within 250 ft of water body.
- 03 Download and complete applicable forms from town website or obtain at office.
- 04 Submit application with required documents to CEO.
- 05 Pay applicable fee.
- 06 Permit issued; post at job site.
- 07 Schedule required inspections.
Typical processing time: Contact CEO
Source: Code Enforcement Office ↗
Fee schedule
Stockton Springs building permit fees
Contact town office
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- codes@stocktonsprings.org (email)
- 207-567-3404 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Wednesdays, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (general town office hours: Monday through Thursday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, closed Fridays); CEO may be out conducting inspections -- call ahead
Typical sequence: Contact CEO for project-specific sequence
Source: Code Enforcement Office ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about Stockton Springs permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Stockton Springs, ME? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Stockton Springs, ME? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Stockton Springs, ME? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Stockton Springs, ME? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Stockton Springs, ME? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Code Enforcement Office before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.