City Building Permits

Town of Baileyville, ME - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Maine Washington County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Baileyville; population approximately 1,600. Located on the St. Croix River near Calais and the New Brunswick border. Below 4,000 MUBEC threshold but has an active code enforcement and planning function.

Department
Code Enforcement / Planning Department, Town of Baileyville
Address
63 Broadway, Baileyville, ME 04694
Phone
207-427-3442
Website
https://baileyville.org/code-enforcement/

Online Permit Portal

Open

Platform: PDF / in-person; no online submission portal identified • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Contact Jamie Bohanon prior to start of construction at 207-427-3442 or codeenforcementplanning@baileyville.org to determine which permits are required.
  2. Obtain permit application from town office or website.
  3. Complete application and assemble required documents (site plan, construction plans).
  4. Submit to Code Enforcement / Planning office with fee.
  5. CEO reviews for compliance with local ordinances and state requirements.
  6. Permit issued; post at job site.
  7. Schedule required inspections with CEO.
  8. Final inspection upon completion.

Typical processing time: Not publicly specified; contact CEO.

Source: Code Enforcement / Planning Department, Town of Baileyville

General Requirements

Contact CEO prior to any construction to determine requirements. CEO administers and enforces land use ordinances, shoreland zoning, and other town ordinances.

Permit validity
Contact CEO.
Building code
MUBEC (2021 IBC/IRC/IECC effective April 7, 2025) -- voluntary for municipalities under 4,000 population. Local land use ordinances and shoreland zoning enforced regardless.
Owner-builder
Confirm with CEO.
Contractor requirements
Licensed Maine electrician for electrical; licensed Maine plumber for plumbing.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
Not confirmed from public sources
Permit fee formula
Not publicly posted; contact CEO.
Payment note
Contact town office for accepted payment methods.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Ordinary maintenance and repair not involving structural change

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 207-427-3442 (phone)
Scheduling deadline
Call 207-427-3442 or email codeenforcementplanning@baileyville.org

Typical inspection sequence: Foundation, framing, rough-in trades, final

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Code Enforcement / Planning Department, Town of Baileyville before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Baileyville Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Baileyville, ME?
Contact CEO prior to any construction to determine requirements. CEO administers and enforces land use ordinances, shoreland zoning, and other town ordinances.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Baileyville, ME?
The minimum permit fee is Not confirmed from public sources. Fees are calculated as: Not publicly posted; contact CEO..
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Baileyville, ME?
1. Contact Jamie Bohanon prior to start of construction at 207-427-3442 or codeenforcementplanning@baileyville.org to determine which permits are required. 2. Obtain permit application from town office or website. 3. Complete application and assemble required documents (site plan, construction plans). 4. Submit to Code Enforcement / Planning office with fee. 5. CEO reviews for compliance with local ordinances and state requirements. 6. Permit issued; post at job site. 7. Schedule required inspections with CEO. 8. Final inspection upon completion.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Baileyville, ME?
Typical processing time is Not publicly specified; contact CEO..
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Baileyville, ME?
The following work is generally exempt: Ordinary maintenance and repair not involving structural change.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Baileyville, ME?
Inspections can be scheduled via: 207-427-3442. Call 207-427-3442 or email codeenforcementplanning@baileyville.org.

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