Kittery, ME — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

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

Street address

200 Rogers Road, Kittery, ME 03904 (Town Hall)

Phone

(207) 475-1308

ceo@kitteryme.gov

Coverage

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

Online portal

Custom online permitting system (launched per town announcement)

Website

Department website

Additional resources

Additional Resource ↗

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Kittery

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

Scope of work

Permit?

Minor repairs and maintenance

Exempt

Work exempt under MUBEC Section 105.2 as locally adopted

Exempt

Exempt Minor repairs and maintenance
Exempt 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

Required documents

Application
site plan
building plans
engineering as required by scope

Building code: Land Use and Development Code (local); 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

Create account in online permitting system via kitteryme.gov
02

Apply online or in person (Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM)
03

Upload required plans and supporting documents
04

CEO reviews application
05

Receive status email/notification throughout review process
06

Pay fee online or in person
07

Permit issued; post on job site

Typical processing time: Not published; contact office

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

§ 04

Fee schedule

Kittery building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

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

Pay online or in person at Town Hall

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

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

Typical sequence: Foundation, framing, insulation, final

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Kittery permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Kittery, ME? ▸

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

02 How much does a building permit cost in Kittery, ME? ▸

Building permit fees in Kittery, ME are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. 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.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Kittery, ME? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Kittery, ME, follow these steps: 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

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Kittery, ME? ▸

Building permit processing times in Kittery, 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 Kittery, ME? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in 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 When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

last verified April 2026 source Planning and Development Department (Code Enforcement), Town of Kittery ↗ entry id permits/maine/york/kittery

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Planning and Development Department (Code Enforcement), Town of Kittery before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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