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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Machias
All new construction, additions, structural alterations, demolition, change of use. Separate plumbing permit required. Electrical permit required via licensed electrician.
Ordinary maintenance and repair not involving structural change
Painting and cosmetic work
- Exempt Ordinary maintenance and repair not involving structural change
- Exempt Painting and cosmetic work
- Building code
- MUBEC (2021 IBC/IRC/IECC, effective April 7, 2025). Also enforces local Building Permit Ordinance (enacted January 26, 1989) and Flood Hazard Building Permit Ordinance.
- Permit validity
- Not specified publicly; contact CEO.
- Owner-builder
- Homeowner self-performed work generally permitted under Maine law for primary residence; confirm scope with CEO.
- Contractor requirements
- State of Maine electrician license required for electrical permits; licensed Maine plumber required for plumbing permits.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Not publicly specified; contact CEO.
- 01 Contact the Code Enforcement Officer or Town Office to determine which permits are required.
- 02 Obtain application form from the Town Office or town website.
- 03 Submit application with required documents to the Code Enforcement Officer.
- 04 CEO reviews and coordinates with Planning Board as needed.
- 05 Pay permit fee prior to issuance.
- 06 Permit issued; post at job site.
- 07 Schedule inspections as required.
- 08 Final inspection and certificate of compliance for new construction.
Typical processing time: Not publicly specified; contact CEO.
Source: Code Enforcement / Planning Board, Town of Machias ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Machias building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Not confirmed from public sources; contact town office
02
Permit fee formula
Not publicly posted; contact town
Contact Town Office for current accepted payment methods.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- 207-255-6621 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Call 207-255-6621 to schedule with CEO
- Inspection hours
- Contact town for CEO office hours
Typical sequence: Foundation, framing, rough-in trades, insulation, final
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Machias permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Machias, ME? ▸
All new construction, additions, structural alterations, demolition, change of use. Separate plumbing permit required. Electrical permit required via licensed electrician.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Machias, ME? ▸
Building permit fees in Machias, ME are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Not confirmed from public sources; contact town office. Fees are calculated as: Not publicly posted; contact town.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Machias, ME? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Machias, ME, follow these steps: 1. Contact the Code Enforcement Officer or Town Office to determine which permits are required. 2. Obtain application form from the Town Office or town website. 3. Submit application with required documents to the Code Enforcement Officer. 4. CEO reviews and coordinates with Planning Board as needed. 5. Pay permit fee prior to issuance. 6. Permit issued; post at job site. 7. Schedule inspections as required. 8. Final inspection and certificate of compliance for new construction.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Machias, ME? ▸
Building permit processing times in Machias, ME typically run Not publicly specified; contact CEO.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Machias, ME? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Machias, ME. The following work is generally exempt: Ordinary maintenance and repair not involving structural change; Painting and cosmetic work. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Machias, ME? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Machias, ME via: 207-255-6621. Call 207-255-6621 to schedule with CEO.
last verified April 2026
source Code Enforcement / Planning Board, Town of Machias ↗
entry id permits/maine/washington/machias
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Code Enforcement / Planning Board, Town of Machias before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.