City Building Permits

Town of Winterport, ME - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Maine Waldo County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Winterport municipal limits (pop. approx. 3,865). Located on the Penobscot River. Population is just under 4,000; MUBEC enforcement optional. CEO is a contracted officer through MCG Services.

Department
Code Enforcement (contracted service -- MCG Services Inc.)
Address
44 Main Street, Winterport, ME 04496 (town office)
Phone
207-223-5055 (town office) or 207-605-0200 (CEO direct)
Website
https://www.winterportmaine.gov/services/code_enforcement.php

Online Permit Portal

Open Town Website

Platform: Town website with downloadable forms • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Contact CEO Josh Berry at 207-605-0200 or jberry@winterportmaine.gov before beginning any project.
  2. Download applicable forms from the town website or obtain at town office.
  3. Submit completed application to town office or CEO.
  4. Pay applicable fee.
  5. Permit issued; post at job site.
  6. Schedule inspections with CEO.

Typical processing time: Not specified; contact CEO

Source: Code Enforcement (contracted service -- MCG Services Inc.)

General Requirements

New construction, additions, alterations, demolition, earth-moving in shoreland or floodplain zone, and activities governed by the Land Use Ordinance (June 2011, amendments).

Required Documents

  • Completed application
  • Site plan
  • Construction drawings
  • Shoreland zone application if applicable
Permit validity
Contact CEO
Building code
MUBEC enforcement optional (under 4,000 population). Contact CEO for current adoption status. Land Use Ordinance (2011) and Shoreland Zoning Ordinance apply.
Owner-builder
Contact CEO
Contractor requirements
State-licensed electrician and plumber required for respective trade permits. No Maine general contractor license.

Fees

Permit fee formula
Contact CEO
Payment note
Contact town office

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Code Enforcement (contracted service -- MCG Services Inc.) to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 207-605-0200 (CEO) or 207-223-5055 (town office) (phone)
  • jberry@winterportmaine.gov (email)
Inspection hours
In-office 8 AM to 5 PM on the 2nd Wednesday of each month; general Wednesday office hours 7 AM to 5:30 PM; other times by arrangement

Typical inspection sequence: Contact CEO for project-specific sequence

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Code Enforcement (contracted service -- MCG Services Inc.) before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Winterport Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Winterport, ME?
New construction, additions, alterations, demolition, earth-moving in shoreland or floodplain zone, and activities governed by the Land Use Ordinance (June 2011, amendments).
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Winterport, ME?
Fees are calculated as: Contact CEO.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Winterport, ME?
1. Contact CEO Josh Berry at 207-605-0200 or jberry@winterportmaine.gov before beginning any project. 2. Download applicable forms from the town website or obtain at town office. 3. Submit completed application to town office or CEO. 4. Pay applicable fee. 5. Permit issued; post at job site. 6. Schedule inspections with CEO.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Winterport, ME?
Typical processing time is Not specified; contact CEO.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Winterport, ME?
Inspections can be scheduled via: 207-605-0200 (CEO) or 207-223-5055 (town office), jberry@winterportmaine.gov.

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