City Building Permits

Town of Kittery, ME - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Maine York County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Full town jurisdiction; CEO reports to Director of Planning and Development; enforces local Land Use and Development Code, MUBEC, plumbing, and electrical codes

Department
Planning and Development Department (Code Enforcement), Town of Kittery
Address
200 Rogers Road, Kittery, ME 03904 (Town Hall)
Phone
(207) 475-1308
Website
https://www.kitteryme.gov/node/193/news

Online Permit Portal

Open Custom online permitting system (launched per town announcement)

Platform: Custom online permitting system (launched per town announcement) • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Create account in online permitting system via kitteryme.gov
  2. Apply online or in person (Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM)
  3. Upload required plans and supporting documents
  4. CEO reviews application
  5. Receive status email/notification throughout review process
  6. Pay fee online or in person
  7. Permit issued; post on job site

Typical processing time: Not published; contact office

Source: Planning and Development Department (Code Enforcement), Town of Kittery

General Requirements

Building, occupancy, plumbing, electrical permits as required by Land Use and Development Code; any erection, alteration, or demolition

Required Documents

  • Application
  • site plan
  • building plans
  • engineering as required by scope
Permit validity
Not separately published; contact office
Building code
Land Use and Development Code (local); MUBEC
Owner-builder
Homeowners may apply; licensed trades for plumbing and electrical
Contractor requirements
Maine-licensed plumbers and electricians required

Fees

Minimum permit fee
Not confirmed from available sources
Plan check fee
Included; not separately published
Permit fee formula
Per local fee schedule authorized by Town Council resolution
Reinspection fee
Not published; contact office
Payment note
Pay online or in person at Town Hall

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Minor repairs and maintenance
  • Work exempt under MUBEC Section 105.2 as locally adopted

Important: Confirm current exempt list with CEO at (207) 475-1308 or ceo@kitteryme.gov

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours
Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

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 Planning and Development Department (Code Enforcement), Town of Kittery before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Kittery Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Kittery, ME?
Building, occupancy, plumbing, electrical permits as required by Land Use and Development Code; any erection, alteration, or demolition
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Kittery, ME?
The minimum permit fee is Not confirmed from available sources. Fees are calculated as: Per local fee schedule authorized by Town Council resolution. Plan check fee: Included; not separately published.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Kittery, ME?
1. Create account in online permitting system via kitteryme.gov 2. Apply online or in person (Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM) 3. Upload required plans and supporting documents 4. CEO reviews application 5. Receive status email/notification throughout review process 6. Pay fee online or in person 7. Permit issued; post on job site
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Kittery, ME?
Typical processing time is Not published; contact office.
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Kittery, ME?
The following work is generally exempt: Minor repairs and maintenance; Work exempt under MUBEC Section 105.2 as locally adopted. Note: Confirm current exempt list with CEO at (207) 475-1308 or ceo@kitteryme.gov

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