City Building Permits

Town of Acton, ME - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Maine York County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Director of Planning/CEO Dave Riley administers zoning and building codes; rural community near NH border; shoreland zoning applies to lakes and ponds

Department
Code Enforcement / Planning, Town of Acton
Address
35 H Road, Acton, ME 04001
Phone
(207) 636-3497 ext. 410 or (207) 636-3131 ext. 409
Website
https://www.actonmaine.org/departments/code-enforcement/

Online Permit Portal

Open PDF forms (in-person submission); no online portal identified

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

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Download permit application from actonmaine.org or call for form
  2. Prepare required plans and documents
  3. Submit to CEO Dave Riley
  4. Review for compliance with ordinances and MUBEC
  5. Pay fee
  6. Permit issued; post on job site

Typical processing time: Not published; contact office

Source: Code Enforcement / Planning, Town of Acton

General Requirements

Any construction, addition, alteration, or demolition per local Land Use Ordinance

Required Documents

  • Application
  • site plan
  • building plans
Permit validity
Not separately published; contact office
Building code
MUBEC (verify current adoption for population under 4,000)
Owner-builder
Not separately published; contact office
Contractor requirements
Maine-licensed plumbers and electricians required

Fees

Minimum permit fee
Not confirmed; contact office
Plan check fee
Not published; contact office
Permit fee formula
Not detailed in public sources
Reinspection fee
Not published; contact office
Payment note
In person at Town Hall

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Minor repairs not affecting structural or life safety
  • Work exempt under MUBEC as locally adopted

Important: Confirm with CEO Dave Riley at ceo@actonmaine.org

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (207) (phone)
Inspection hours
Business hours; contact office

Typical inspection sequence: Foundation, framing, insulation, 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, Town of Acton before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Acton Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Acton, ME?
Any construction, addition, alteration, or demolition per local Land Use Ordinance
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Acton, ME?
The minimum permit fee is Not confirmed; contact office. Fees are calculated as: Not detailed in public sources. Plan check fee: Not published; contact office.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Acton, ME?
1. Download permit application from actonmaine.org or call for form 2. Prepare required plans and documents 3. Submit to CEO Dave Riley 4. Review for compliance with ordinances and MUBEC 5. Pay fee 6. Permit issued; post on job site
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Acton, ME?
Typical processing time is Not published; contact office.
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Acton, ME?
The following work is generally exempt: Minor repairs not affecting structural or life safety; Work exempt under MUBEC as locally adopted. Note: Confirm with CEO Dave Riley at ceo@actonmaine.org
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Acton, ME?
Inspections can be scheduled via: (207).

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