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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Hollis
Any construction, addition, alteration, or demolition per local ordinance
Minor repairs not affecting structural or life safety
Work exempt under MUBEC as locally adopted
- Exempt Minor repairs not affecting structural or life safety
- Exempt Work exempt under MUBEC as locally adopted
Note: Confirm with Code Enforcement Office
Required documents
- Application
- site plan
- building plans as required
- Building code
- MUBEC
- Permit validity
- Not separately published; contact office
- Owner-builder
- Homeowners may apply; licensed trades for plumbing and electrical
- Contractor requirements
- Maine-licensed plumbers and electricians required
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Not published; contact office
- 01 Contact Code Enforcement Office or download application from hollismaine.org
- 02 Prepare required plans and documents
- 03 Submit to Administrative Coordinator Tammy Thompson
- 04 CEO reviews plans
- 05 Pay fee
- 06 Permit issued; post on job site
Typical processing time: Not published; contact office
§ 04
Fee schedule
Hollis 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 public sources
04
Reinspection fee
Not published; contact office
In person at 34 Town Farm Road
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- (207) (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Tuesday-Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Wednesday 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM); closed Monday
Typical sequence: Foundation, framing, insulation, final
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Hollis permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Hollis, ME? ▸
Any construction, addition, alteration, or demolition per local ordinance
02 How much does a building permit cost in Hollis, ME? ▸
Building permit fees in Hollis, 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 public sources. Plan check fee: Not published; contact office.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Hollis, ME? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Hollis, ME, follow these steps: 1. Contact Code Enforcement Office or download application from hollismaine.org 2. Prepare required plans and documents 3. Submit to Administrative Coordinator Tammy Thompson 4. CEO reviews plans 5. Pay fee 6. Permit issued; post on job site
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Hollis, ME? ▸
Building permit processing times in Hollis, 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 Hollis, ME? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Hollis, 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 Code Enforcement Office When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Hollis, ME? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Hollis, ME via: (207).
last verified April 2026
source Code Enforcement Office, Town of Hollis ↗
entry id permits/maine/york/hollis
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Code Enforcement Office, Town of Hollis before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.