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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Shapleigh
Any construction, addition, alteration per local ordinance; shoreland work
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 CEO Michael Demers at ceo@shapleigh.net
Required documents
- Application
- site plan
- building plans
- shoreland zone application if applicable
- Building code
- MUBEC (verify for population; Shapleigh is under 4,000)
- 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 Building Permit Applications from shapleigh.net/ceo/applications.php
- 02 Prepare required plans and documents
- 03 Submit during CEO office hours (Tue/Wed/Fri 9 AM-4 PM; Thu 4 PM-7 PM; 1st and 3rd Saturday 9 AM-noon)
- 04 CEO Michael Demers reviews
- 05 Pay fee
- 06 Permit issued; post on job site
Typical processing time: Not published; contact office
§ 04
Fee schedule
Shapleigh 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 22 Back Road during office hours
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
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 sequence: Foundation, framing, insulation, final
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Shapleigh permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Shapleigh, ME? ▸
Any construction, addition, alteration per local ordinance; shoreland work
02 How much does a building permit cost in Shapleigh, ME? ▸
Building permit fees in Shapleigh, 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 Shapleigh, ME? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Shapleigh, ME, follow these steps: 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
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Shapleigh, ME? ▸
Building permit processing times in Shapleigh, 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 Shapleigh, ME? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in 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 When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Shapleigh, ME? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Shapleigh, ME via: (207).
last verified April 2026
source Code Enforcement Office, Town of Shapleigh ↗
entry id permits/maine/york/shapleigh
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Code Enforcement Office, Town of Shapleigh before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.