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Town of Vershire

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

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Town of Vershire Town Office / Zoning Administrator

Street address
6894 VT Route 113, Vershire, VT
Phone
802-685-2227
Coverage
Vershire administers its own Development Ordinance regulating placement, dimensions, and use of buildings and signs. Permits required for new driveways, subdivisions, all new buildings, and additions including porches, decks, dormers, and outbuildings. State DFS applies for commercial/public buildings.
Online portal
Vershire Documents
Town website
Website
Department website
Additional resources
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Vershire

Permits required for new driveways, subdivisions, all new buildings (including additions such as porches, decks, dormers, and all outbuildings). The Vershire Development Ordinance regulates building placement, dimensions, lot sizes, and use.

Agricultural structures (with notification)
Ordinary maintenance
  • Exempt Agricultural structures (with notification)
  • Exempt Ordinary maintenance

Note: Consult the Vershire Development Ordinance and the Zoning Administrator for the current exemption list.

Required documents
  • Completed permit application
  • Site plan or sketch
  • Fee payment
Building code
Vershire Development Ordinance (adopted March 2008; check for amendments); 2025 Vermont Fire and Building Safety Code (DFS); 2024 Vermont RBES
Permit validity
Vermont statute: two-year commencement, three-year substantial completion. Confirm with Town Office.
Owner-builder
Vermont allows owner-builders.
Contractor requirements
No state general contractor license; electricians and plumbers must be Vermont state-licensed.

Source: Town of Vershire Town Office / Zoning Administrator ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: 30 days from receipt of a complete application (Vermont statute requirement)

  1. 01
    Determine whether a permit is required under the Vershire Development Ordinance. Contact the Town Office at 802-685-2227.
  2. 02
    Download permit application forms from https://vershirevt.org/documents/ or pick up at the Town Office.
  3. 03
    Complete the application; include a site plan or sketch showing property boundaries, the location of the proposed work, and relevant setbacks.
  4. 04
    Submit the completed application to the Town Office with applicable fees.
  5. 05
    The Zoning Administrator reviews the application; final boundary determinations must be obtained from the Zoning Administrator.
  6. 06
    Upon approval, permit is issued. Post on property before commencing work.
  7. 07
    For commercial/public buildings, also apply for DFS state construction permit.

Typical processing time: 30 days from receipt of a complete application (Vermont statute requirement)

Source: Town of Vershire Town Office / Zoning Administrator ↗

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • 802-685-2227 (phone)
Inspection hours
Contact Town Office for current hours

Typical sequence: DFS inspections for commercial/public buildings: contact DFS at 802-479-7561

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about Vershire permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Vershire, VT? ▸
Permits required for new driveways, subdivisions, all new buildings (including additions such as porches, decks, dormers, and all outbuildings). The Vershire Development Ordinance regulates building placement, dimensions, lot sizes, and use.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Vershire, VT? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Vershire, VT, follow these steps: 1. Determine whether a permit is required under the Vershire Development Ordinance. Contact the Town Office at 802-685-2227. 2. Download permit application forms from https://vershirevt.org/documents/ or pick up at the Town Office. 3. Complete the application; include a site plan or sketch showing property boundaries, the location of the proposed work, and relevant setbacks. 4. Submit the completed application to the Town Office with applicable fees. 5. The Zoning Administrator reviews the application; final boundary determinations must be obtained from the Zoning Administrator. 6. Upon approval, permit is issued. Post on property before commencing work. 7. For commercial/public buildings, also apply for DFS state construction permit.
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Vershire, VT? ▸
Building permit processing times in Vershire, VT typically run 30 days from receipt of a complete application (Vermont statute requirement). Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Vershire, VT? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Vershire, VT. The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural structures (with notification); Ordinary maintenance. Note: Consult the Vershire Development Ordinance and the Zoning Administrator for the current exemption list. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Vershire, VT? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Vershire, VT via: 802-685-2227.
last verified April 2026 source Town of Vershire Town Office / Zoning Administrator ↗ entry id permits/vermont/orange/vershire
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Vershire Town Office / Zoning Administrator before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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