City Building Permits

Barre, VT - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Vermont Washington County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

City of Barre. All development in Barre requires a permit. Permit types include zoning, building, flood hazard, and electrical. Both local and state permits may be required.

Department
Office of Planning, Permitting and Assessing Services
Address
6 North Main Street, Suite 7, Barre, VT 05641
Phone
(802) 476-0244
Website
https://www.barrecity.org/planning-permitting-and-assessing-services/

Online Permit Portal

Open City of Barre Permit Application

Platform: City of Barre website • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Contact Robin Davis at (802) 476-0245 or Robin.Davis@barrecity.org to determine which permits are required and what documentation is needed.
  2. Download or obtain applicable forms: Zoning Permit Application, Building Permit Application, Flood Hazard Permit Application, Electrical Application Permit Form (all updated January 2026).
  3. Complete a Permit Cover Sheet (required for all zoning, flood, and building applications).
  4. Attach supplemental forms as applicable: Conditional Use, Site Plan, Home Occupation, Home Business, Accessory Apartment, Variance, Waiver, Agent for Owner, Sketch Sheet.
  5. Submit complete application with all required fees. Applications not deemed complete by the Permit Administrator will not be processed.
  6. Applicant must apply and be issued permits before the project can begin.

Typical processing time: Not specified; contact Permit Administrator.

Source: Office of Planning, Permitting and Assessing Services

General Requirements

All development in the City of Barre requires a permit. Most projects require one or more of: zoning permit, building permit, flood hazard permit, electrical permit.

Required Documents

  • Permit Cover Sheet
  • Applicable permit application forms
  • Plans, photos, drawings, and dimensions labeled
Permit validity
Not specified in available sources; contact Permit Administrator.
Building code
Vermont Fire and Building Safety Code; City of Barre Unified Development Ordinance
Owner-builder
Not specified; contact Permit Administrator.
Contractor requirements
Vermont state licensing required for electricians, plumbers.

Fees

Permit fee formula
Fee schedules embedded within each application type; instructions to calculate included in forms.
Payment note
$15 recording fee required for Land Records on all applications.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Office of Planning, Permitting and Assessing Services to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (802) 476-0245 (phone)
  • Robin.Davis@barrecity.org (email)
Inspection hours
City Hall hours; contact for current schedule.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Office of Planning, Permitting and Assessing Services before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Barre Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Barre, VT?
All development in the City of Barre requires a permit. Most projects require one or more of: zoning permit, building permit, flood hazard permit, electrical permit.
How much does a building permit cost in Barre, VT?
Fees are calculated as: Fee schedules embedded within each application type; instructions to calculate included in forms..
How do I apply for a building permit in Barre, VT?
1. Contact Robin Davis at (802) 476-0245 or Robin.Davis@barrecity.org to determine which permits are required and what documentation is needed. 2. Download or obtain applicable forms: Zoning Permit Application, Building Permit Application, Flood Hazard Permit Application, Electrical Application Permit Form (all updated January 2026). 3. Complete a Permit Cover Sheet (required for all zoning, flood, and building applications). 4. Attach supplemental forms as applicable: Conditional Use, Site Plan, Home Occupation, Home Business, Accessory Apartment, Variance, Waiver, Agent for Owner, Sketch Sheet. 5. Submit complete application with all required fees. Applications not deemed complete by the Permit Administrator will not be processed. 6. Applicant must apply and be issued permits before the project can begin.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Barre, VT?
Typical processing time is Not specified; contact Permit Administrator..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Barre, VT?
Inspections can be scheduled via: (802) 476-0245, Robin.Davis@barrecity.org.

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