City Building Permits

Town of Shapleigh, ME - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Maine York County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

CEO Michael Demers administers zoning, building, plumbing; shoreland zoning applies to Mousam Lake, Square Pond, and other water bodies

Department
Code Enforcement Office, Town of Shapleigh
Address
22 Back Road, Shapleigh, ME 04076
Phone
(207) 636-2839 or (207) 636-2843 ext. 3
Website
https://www.shapleigh.net/ceo/index.php

Online Permit Portal

Open PDF forms (in-person submission); online property information at shapleigh.net/ceo/property.php

Platform: PDF forms (in-person submission); online property information at shapleigh.net/ceo/property.php • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Download Building Permit Applications from shapleigh.net/ceo/applications.php
  2. Prepare required plans and documents
  3. Submit during CEO office hours (Tue/Wed/Fri 9 AM-4 PM; Thu 4 PM-7 PM; 1st and 3rd Saturday 9 AM-noon)
  4. CEO Michael Demers reviews
  5. Pay fee
  6. Permit issued; post on job site

Typical processing time: Not published; contact office

Source: Code Enforcement Office, Town of Shapleigh

General Requirements

Any construction, addition, alteration per local ordinance; shoreland work

Required Documents

  • Application
  • site plan
  • building plans
  • shoreland zone application if applicable
Permit validity
Not separately published; contact office
Building code
MUBEC (verify for population; Shapleigh is under 4,000)
Owner-builder
Not separately published; contact office
Contractor requirements
Maine-licensed plumbers and electricians required

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 22 Back Road during office hours

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 Michael Demers at ceo@shapleigh.net

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (207) (phone)
Inspection hours
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM; Thursday 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM; 1st and 3rd Saturday 9:00 AM to 12:00 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 Code Enforcement Office, Town of Shapleigh before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Shapleigh Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Shapleigh, ME?
Any construction, addition, alteration per local ordinance; shoreland work
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Shapleigh, 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 Shapleigh, ME?
1. Download Building Permit Applications from shapleigh.net/ceo/applications.php 2. Prepare required plans and documents 3. Submit during CEO office hours (Tue/Wed/Fri 9 AM-4 PM; Thu 4 PM-7 PM; 1st and 3rd Saturday 9 AM-noon) 4. CEO Michael Demers reviews 5. Pay fee 6. Permit issued; post on job site
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Shapleigh, ME?
Typical processing time is Not published; contact office.
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Shapleigh, 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 Michael Demers at ceo@shapleigh.net
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Shapleigh, ME?
Inspections can be scheduled via: (207).

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