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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Westmore
Under the Westmore Zoning Bylaw (October 21, 2020); contact Zoning Administrator for specifics.
Single-family owner-occupied dwellings exempt from DFS state construction permits
- Exempt Single-family owner-occupied dwellings exempt from DFS state construction permits
Note: Contact the Zoning Administrator at (802) 525-8872 for exempt work list.
Required documents
- Completed Zoning Application (7/22/2025)
- Names and addresses of adjoining property owners
- Site plan
- Description of work
- Building code
- 2025 Vermont Fire and Building Safety Code; Westmore Zoning Bylaw (October 21, 2020)
- Permit validity
- Contact Zoning Administrator.
- Owner-builder
- No state general contractor license required.
- Contractor requirements
- Vermont state electrical and plumbing licenses required.
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Application process
Typical processing: Contact Zoning Administrator Andrew Berley at (802) 525-8872.
- 01 Determine if a zoning application is required under the Westmore Zoning Bylaw (October 21, 2020). Contact Zoning Administrator Andrew Berley at (802) 525-8872 or the Town Clerk's office at (802) 525-3007.
- 02 Download the Zoning Application (updated 7/22/2025) from https://www.westmoreonline.org/planning-and-zoning.
- 03 Complete the application. Include names and addresses of adjoining property owners (required).
- 04 For projects near Lake Willoughby or other water bodies, determine if a Vegetative Buffer Disturbance Application is also needed.
- 05 For any new driveway or access point, also complete a Curb Cut Permit Application.
- 06 Submit all applications to the Town Clerk's office at 54 Hinton Hill Road, Orleans (Westmore), VT 05860 during office hours.
- 07 The Planning and Zoning Committee and/or Zoning Board of Adjustment review applications. Planning Commission meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 5:00 PM.
- 08 For public buildings, also apply for a DFS state construction permit.
- 09 For projects with wastewater/well, obtain DEC permit.
Typical processing time: Contact Zoning Administrator Andrew Berley at (802) 525-8872.
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Contact Zoning Administrator (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9:00 AM-4:00 PM; Wednesday and Friday closed
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Frequently asked
Common questions about Westmore permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Westmore, VT? ▸
Under the Westmore Zoning Bylaw (October 21, 2020); contact Zoning Administrator for specifics.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Westmore, VT? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Westmore, VT, follow these steps: 1. Determine if a zoning application is required under the Westmore Zoning Bylaw (October 21, 2020). Contact Zoning Administrator Andrew Berley at (802) 525-8872 or the Town Clerk's office at (802) 525-3007. 2. Download the Zoning Application (updated 7/22/2025) from https://www.westmoreonline.org/planning-and-zoning. 3. Complete the application. Include names and addresses of adjoining property owners (required). 4. For projects near Lake Willoughby or other water bodies, determine if a Vegetative Buffer Disturbance Application is also needed. 5. For any new driveway or access point, also complete a Curb Cut Permit Application. 6. Submit all applications to the Town Clerk's office at 54 Hinton Hill Road, Orleans (Westmore), VT 05860 during office hours. 7. The Planning and Zoning Committee and/or Zoning Board of Adjustment review applications. Planning Commission meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 5:00 PM. 8. For public buildings, also apply for a DFS state construction permit. 9. For projects with wastewater/well, obtain DEC permit.
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Westmore, VT? ▸
Building permit processing times in Westmore, VT typically run Contact Zoning Administrator Andrew Berley at (802) 525-8872.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Westmore, VT? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Westmore, VT. The following work is generally exempt: Single-family owner-occupied dwellings exempt from DFS state construction permits. Note: Contact the Zoning Administrator at (802) 525-8872 for exempt work list. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Westmore, VT? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Westmore, VT via: Contact Zoning Administrator.
last verified April 2026
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Westmore Planning and Zoning Committee before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.