How much does a building permit cost in Town of Cornish, 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 Cornish, ME?

1. Contact Town Office at (207) 625-4324 or CEO Dan Vaillancourt at (207) 653-4608 2. Obtain permit application 3. Prepare required plans and documents 4. Submit to CEO 5. Pay fee 6. Permit issued; post on job site

How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Cornish, ME?

Typical processing time is Not published; contact office.

What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Cornish, 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 Dan Vaillancourt at CEO@cornishme.com or (207) 653-4608

How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Cornish, ME?

Inspections can be scheduled via: (207).

City Building Permits

Town of Cornish, ME - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Maine York County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

CEO Dan Vaillancourt also serves as Building and Plumbing Inspector; rural town; shoreland zoning applies to Ossipee River and ponds

Department: Code Enforcement Office, Town of Cornish
Address: 17 Main Street, Cornish, ME 04020
Phone: (207) 625-4324 (Town Office); CEO Dan Vaillancourt: (207) 653-4608
Email: CEO@cornishme.com
Website: https://www.cornishme.com/

Online Permit Portal

Open PDF/in-person; no online portal identified

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

Application Process

Contact Town Office at (207) 625-4324 or CEO Dan Vaillancourt at (207) 653-4608
Obtain permit application
Prepare required plans and documents
Submit to CEO
Pay fee
Permit issued; post on job site

Typical processing time: Not published; contact office

Source: Code Enforcement Office, Town of Cornish

General Requirements

Any construction, addition, alteration per Land Use and Development Ordinance

Required Documents

Application
site plan
building plans as required

Permit validity: Not separately published; contact office
Building code: MUBEC (verify for population; Cornish is under 4,000 -- confirm adoption)
Owner-builder: Not separately published; contact office
Contractor requirements: Maine-licensed plumbers and electricians required; CEO also serves as Plumbing Inspector

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 Office

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 Dan Vaillancourt at CEO@cornishme.com or (207) 653-4608

Inspections

How to Schedule

(207) (phone)

Inspection hours: Contact office for available times

Typical inspection sequence: Foundation, framing, insulation, final

Additional Resources

Building code: MUBEC (verify for population; Cornish is under 4,000 -- confirm adoption)
Zoning information: View zoning info
License lookup guide: Maine Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Maine Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Maine hub: Maine Contractor License & Permit Hub

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Cornish Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Cornish, ME?: Any construction, addition, alteration per Land Use and Development Ordinance
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Cornish, 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 Cornish, ME?: 1. Contact Town Office at (207) 625-4324 or CEO Dan Vaillancourt at (207) 653-4608 2. Obtain permit application 3. Prepare required plans and documents 4. Submit to CEO 5. Pay fee 6. Permit issued; post on job site
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Cornish, ME?: Typical processing time is Not published; contact office.
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Cornish, 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 Dan Vaillancourt at CEO@cornishme.com or (207) 653-4608
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Cornish, ME?: Inspections can be scheduled via: (207).

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