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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Arundel
Any construction, addition, alteration, demolition, or electrical work per Land Use Ordinance and Building Codes
Minor repairs not affecting structural or life safety elements
Work exempt under MUBEC as locally adopted
- Exempt Minor repairs not affecting structural or life safety elements
- Exempt Work exempt under MUBEC as locally adopted
Note: Confirm with CEO at ceo@arundelmaine.org or (207) 985-4201 ext. 107
Required documents
- Application
- site plan
- building plans; electrical permit requires licensed electrical inspector involvement
- Building code
- MUBEC; State Plumbing Rules
- Permit validity
- Not separately published; contact office
- Owner-builder
- Not separately published; contact office
- Contractor requirements
- Maine-licensed plumbers and electricians required; commercial electrical by Jim Plamondon
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Not published; contact office
- 01 Download Building Permit Application, Electrical Permit Application, or Site Development Permit Application from town website
- 02 Prepare required plans and supporting documents
- 03 Submit to Code Enforcement Office during business hours (Monday-Thursday 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM)
- 04 CEO Jim Nagle reviews application
- 05 Pay fee
- 06 Permit issued; post on job site
Typical processing time: Not published; contact office
§ 04
Fee schedule
Arundel building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Not confirmed; contact office
02
Plan check fee
Not published; contact office
03
Permit fee formula
Not detailed in available public sources
04
Reinspection fee
Not published; contact office
In person during business hours Monday-Thursday 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- (207) (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Thursday 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Typical sequence: Foundation, framing, insulation, final
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Arundel permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Arundel, ME? ▸
Any construction, addition, alteration, demolition, or electrical work per Land Use Ordinance and Building Codes
02 How much does a building permit cost in Arundel, ME? ▸
Building permit fees in Arundel, ME are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Not confirmed; contact office. Fees are calculated as: Not detailed in available public sources. Plan check fee: Not published; contact office.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Arundel, ME? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Arundel, ME, follow these steps: 1. Download Building Permit Application, Electrical Permit Application, or Site Development Permit Application from town website 2. Prepare required plans and supporting documents 3. Submit to Code Enforcement Office during business hours (Monday-Thursday 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM) 4. CEO Jim Nagle reviews application 5. Pay fee 6. Permit issued; post on job site
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Arundel, ME? ▸
Building permit processing times in Arundel, ME typically run Not published; contact office. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Arundel, ME? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Arundel, ME. The following work is generally exempt: Minor repairs not affecting structural or life safety elements; Work exempt under MUBEC as locally adopted. Note: Confirm with CEO at ceo@arundelmaine.org or (207) 985-4201 ext. 107 When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Arundel, ME? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Arundel, ME via: (207).
last verified April 2026
source Code Enforcement Office, Town of Arundel ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Code Enforcement Office, Town of Arundel before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.