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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Landgrove
Any construction, expansion, use change, or land development per town bylaws (available at http://landgrove.vermont.gov).
Normal maintenance and repair without footprint or use changes.
Agricultural structures on Use Value Program land (with notification).
Confirm specific local exemptions with Zoning Administrator.
- Exempt Normal maintenance and repair without footprint or use changes.
- Exempt Agricultural structures on Use Value Program land (with notification).
- Exempt Confirm specific local exemptions with Zoning Administrator.
- Building code
- 2025 Vermont Fire and Building Safety Code (DFS-enforced).
- Permit validity
- Vermont standard.
- Contractor requirements
- Vermont state licenses for electricians and plumbers.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Not formally published.
- 01 Contact Will Goodwin at za@landgrove.vermont.gov or at Town Hall (Thurs 7-10 a.m.) to confirm permit requirements.
- 02 Download the Universal Zoning Permit Application from http://landgrove.vermont.gov/zoning--planning.html.
- 03 Prepare site plan and required supporting documents.
- 04 Submit application in person on Thursday morning or by mail to 88 Landgrove Road.
- 05 Await review. For projects requiring Planning Commission or Zoning Board review, schedule follows board meeting calendar.
- 06 Vermont's 15-day appeal period applies upon approval.
- 07 For public/commercial buildings, also file DFS state construction permit.
Typical processing time: Not formally published.
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Inspection hours
- Town Hall: Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. -- 1:00 p.m. Zoning Administrator: Thursdays, 7:00 a.m. -- 10:00 a.m. (confirm in advance).
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about Landgrove permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Landgrove, VT? ▸
Any construction, expansion, use change, or land development per town bylaws (available at http://landgrove.vermont.gov).
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Landgrove, VT? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Landgrove, VT, follow these steps: 1. Contact Will Goodwin at za@landgrove.vermont.gov or at Town Hall (Thurs 7-10 a.m.) to confirm permit requirements. 2. Download the Universal Zoning Permit Application from http://landgrove.vermont.gov/zoning--planning.html. 3. Prepare site plan and required supporting documents. 4. Submit application in person on Thursday morning or by mail to 88 Landgrove Road. 5. Await review. For projects requiring Planning Commission or Zoning Board review, schedule follows board meeting calendar. 6. Vermont's 15-day appeal period applies upon approval. 7. For public/commercial buildings, also file DFS state construction permit.
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Landgrove, VT? ▸
Building permit processing times in Landgrove, VT typically run Not formally published.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Landgrove, VT? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Landgrove, VT. The following work is generally exempt: Normal maintenance and repair without footprint or use changes.; Agricultural structures on Use Value Program land (with notification).; Confirm specific local exemptions with Zoning Administrator.. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
last verified April 2026
source Town of Landgrove -- Zoning Administrator ↗
entry id permits/vermont/bennington/landgrove
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Landgrove -- Zoning Administrator before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.