Old Orchard Beach, ME — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Code Enforcement Department, Town of Old Orchard Beach

Street address

1 Portland Avenue, Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064

Phone

(207) 937-5633 or (207) 937-5645

Not separately published

Coverage

Full town jurisdiction; MUBEC and Existing Building Code adopted; business licenses also issued by Code Enforcement

Online portal

PDF applications (in-person submission); no online portal identified

Website

Department website

Additional resources

Additional Resource ↗

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Old Orchard Beach

Construct, alter, or remove a structure; electrical, plumbing, or sign work; change of occupancy

Scope of work

Permit?

Minor repairs and maintenance not affecting structural or life safety elements

Exempt

Work exempt under MUBEC Section 105.2 as locally adopted

Exempt

Exempt Minor repairs and maintenance not affecting structural or life safety elements
Exempt Work exempt under MUBEC Section 105.2 as locally adopted

Note: Confirm current exempt list with Code Enforcement Department

Required documents

Completed application
building plans
site plan as applicable

Building code: MUBEC; Existing Building Code for renovations
Permit validity: Not separately published; contact office
Owner-builder: Not separately published; contact office
Contractor requirements: Maine-licensed plumbers and electricians required

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Not published; contact office

01

Download application from town website or pick up at Code Enforcement office
02

Prepare required documents: application, building plans, site plan
03

Submit application to Code Enforcement Department
04

Review for compliance with zoning and MUBEC
05

Pay fee (minimum $40)
06

Permit issued; post on job site

Typical processing time: Not published; contact office

Source: Code Enforcement Department, Town of Old Orchard Beach ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Old Orchard Beach building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$40

Plan check fee

Not separately published

Permit fee formula

Not fully detailed in public sources; contact office

Reinspection fee

$75 per return inspection following noncompliance with notice of violation or order to correct

In person at Code Enforcement Department; contact office for current payment methods

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

(207) (phone)

Inspection hours: Business hours; contact office for current schedule

Typical sequence: Foundation, framing, insulation, final/CO

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Old Orchard Beach permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Old Orchard Beach, ME? ▸

Construct, alter, or remove a structure; electrical, plumbing, or sign work; change of occupancy

02 How much does a building permit cost in Old Orchard Beach, ME? ▸

Building permit fees in Old Orchard Beach, ME are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $40. Fees are calculated as: Not fully detailed in public sources; contact office. Plan check fee: Not separately published.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Old Orchard Beach, ME? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Old Orchard Beach, ME, follow these steps: 1. Download application from town website or pick up at Code Enforcement office 2. Prepare required documents: application, building plans, site plan 3. Submit application to Code Enforcement Department 4. Review for compliance with zoning and MUBEC 5. Pay fee (minimum $40) 6. Permit issued; post on job site

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

Building permit processing times in Old Orchard Beach, 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 Old Orchard Beach, ME? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Old Orchard Beach, ME. The following work is generally exempt: Minor repairs and maintenance not affecting structural or life safety elements; Work exempt under MUBEC Section 105.2 as locally adopted. Note: Confirm current exempt list with Code Enforcement Department When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Old Orchard Beach, ME? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Old Orchard Beach, ME via: (207).

last verified April 2026 source Code Enforcement Department, Town of Old Orchard Beach ↗ entry id permits/maine/york/old-orchard-beach

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Code Enforcement Department, Town of Old Orchard Beach before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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