City Building Permits

Town of Granville, VT - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Vermont Addison County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the Town of Granville. Note: Granville does NOT have general zoning bylaws.

Department
Planning Commission / Town Clerk's Office
Address
1027 VT Route 100, Granville, VT 05747
Phone
(802) 767-4403

Online Permit Portal

Platform:Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Determine whether the project is in the flood hazard area using FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps (new maps anticipated effective January 1, 2027 for Addison County).
  2. If in the floodplain, download and complete the Flood Hazard Area Permit Application.
  3. Include Vermont ANR Project Review Sheet with flood hazard applications.
  4. Projects requiring conditional use review under the flood hazard regulations go to the Planning Commission before a permit is issued.
  5. For all other construction (no floodplain involvement): no general local building permit is required. Vermont DFS state construction permits are required for commercial, rental, and public buildings.
  6. Contact Town Clerk to confirm any additional local requirements.

Typical processing time: Varies; contact Town Clerk.

Source: Planning Commission / Town Clerk's Office

General Requirements

No general zoning permit required for most construction. Flood Hazard Area Permit required for development within the mapped floodplain. Vermont DFS state construction permit required for commercial, rental, multi-unit, and public buildings. Act 250 may apply for larger projects.

Required Documents

  • For flood hazard permit: Application form, project description, site plan, Vermont ANR Project Review Sheet. Conditional use projects require additional documentation.
Permit validity
Per applicable regulations; contact Town Clerk.
Building code
No locally adopted general building code. Vermont DFS 2025 Fire and Building Safety Code applies to commercial/rental buildings via state permit.
Owner-builder
No local owner-builder permit system. Vermont DFS owner-occupied exemption applies for single-family homes.
Contractor requirements
Vermont state licenses required for electricians, plumbers, and mechanical contractors.

Fees

Permit fee formula
No general local building permit fee. Flood hazard area permit fees: contact Town Clerk at (802) 767-4403. Vermont DFS state permit: $8.00 per $1,000 of construction valuation, minimum $50.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Planning Commission / Town Clerk's Office to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • granvilletown@gmavt.net (email)
  • (802) 767-4403 (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: For flood hazard projects: coordinated through the Planning Commission and Town Clerk. For commercial/rental buildings: Vermont DFS inspections (Rutland office, 802-786-5867).

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Planning Commission / Town Clerk's Office before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Granville Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Granville, VT?
No general zoning permit required for most construction. Flood Hazard Area Permit required for development within the mapped floodplain. Vermont DFS state construction permit required for commercial, rental, multi-unit, and public buildings. Act 250 may apply for larger projects.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Granville, VT?
Fees are calculated as: No general local building permit fee. Flood hazard area permit fees: contact Town Clerk at (802) 767-4403. Vermont DFS state permit: $8.00 per $1,000 of construction valuation, minimum $50..
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Granville, VT?
1. Determine whether the project is in the flood hazard area using FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps (new maps anticipated effective January 1, 2027 for Addison County). 2. If in the floodplain, download and complete the Flood Hazard Area Permit Application. 3. Include Vermont ANR Project Review Sheet with flood hazard applications. 4. Projects requiring conditional use review under the flood hazard regulations go to the Planning Commission before a permit is issued. 5. For all other construction (no floodplain involvement): no general local building permit is required. Vermont DFS state construction permits are required for commercial, rental, and public buildings. 6. Contact Town Clerk to confirm any additional local requirements.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Granville, VT?
Typical processing time is Varies; contact Town Clerk..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Granville, VT?
Inspections can be scheduled via: granvilletown@gmavt.net, (802) 767-4403.

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