City Building Permits

Town of Cherryfield, ME - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Maine Washington County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Cherryfield; population approximately 1,200. Known as "Wild Blueberry Capital of the World." Located on the Narraguagus River. Below 4,000 MUBEC threshold. Note: The NRCM list identified Cherryfield as having "No Enforcement Obligation of Any Kind" at time of survey; confirm current enforcement status with CEO.

Department
Town Office / Code Enforcement, Town of Cherryfield
Address
Town Office, Cherryfield, ME 04622
Phone
207-546-2376
Website
https://www.cherryfieldmaine.us/

Online Permit Portal

Open

Platform: PDF / in-person • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Determine if project requires a permit: structures more than 100 square feet or attached to an existing structure require a building permit application.
  2. Obtain permit application from Town Office or town website.
  3. Submit application to Town Office.
  4. CEO Betsy Fitzgerald reviews and may conduct inspection.
  5. Permit issued; post at job site.
  6. Schedule inspections as required.
  7. Final inspection upon project completion.

Typical processing time: Contact town office at 207-546-2376.

Source: Town Office / Code Enforcement, Town of Cherryfield

General Requirements

Structures over 100 sq ft or attached to an existing structure require a permit.

Permit validity
Contact CEO.
Building code
Confirm current MUBEC adoption status with CEO. Local Land Use Ordinance applies.
Contractor requirements
Licensed Maine electrician for electrical; licensed Maine plumber for plumbing (CEO Betsy Fitzgerald also serves as Plumbing Inspector).

Fees

Minimum permit fee
Not confirmed; contact CEO.
Permit fee formula
Not publicly posted.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Structures 100 sq ft or under may not require a building permit; confirm with CEO.
  • Ordinary maintenance and repair not involving structural change.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 207-546-2376 (phone)
Scheduling deadline
Call 207-546-2376 during office hours

Typical inspection sequence: Contact CEO for required stages

Additional Resources

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Cherryfield Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Cherryfield, ME?
Structures over 100 sq ft or attached to an existing structure require a permit.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Cherryfield, ME?
The minimum permit fee is Not confirmed; contact CEO.. Fees are calculated as: Not publicly posted..
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Cherryfield, ME?
1. Determine if project requires a permit: structures more than 100 square feet or attached to an existing structure require a building permit application. 2. Obtain permit application from Town Office or town website. 3. Submit application to Town Office. 4. CEO Betsy Fitzgerald reviews and may conduct inspection. 5. Permit issued; post at job site. 6. Schedule inspections as required. 7. Final inspection upon project completion.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Cherryfield, ME?
Typical processing time is Contact town office at 207-546-2376..
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Cherryfield, ME?
The following work is generally exempt: Structures 100 sq ft or under may not require a building permit; confirm with CEO.; Ordinary maintenance and repair not involving structural change..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Cherryfield, ME?
Inspections can be scheduled via: 207-546-2376. Call 207-546-2376 during office hours.

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