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Applications & Permit Guides

Please note: Permit applications must be completed in their entirety.

State law requires that permits be obtained before work begins.

Please call us at 413-772-1404, ext. 2106 or email us if you have questions on how to complete a section of the application.
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One- or Two-Family Dwelling Application and Guides11 documents

  • Application for a One- or Two-Family Dwelling
    document Header Application for a One- or Two-Family Dwelling
    Apply for a construction project related to one- or two-family dwelling.
  • Guide for an Addition Alteration or Renovation to a One- or Two-Family Dwelling 2020
    document Header Guide for an Addition Alteration or Renovation to a One- or Two-Family Dwelling 2020
  • Guide for Deck Construction
    document Header Guide for Deck Construction
  • Guide for One- or Two-Family Existing Dwelling Smoke Alarms 2020
    document Header Guide for One- or Two-Family Existing Dwelling Smoke Alarms 2020
  • Guide for One- or Two-Family New Construction Smoke Alarms 2020
    document Header Guide for One- or Two-Family New Construction Smoke Alarms 2020
  • Guide to Construct a One- or Two-Family Dwelling 2020
    document Header Guide to Construct a One- or Two-Family Dwelling 2020
  • Guide to Install a Swimming Pool 2020
    document Header Guide to Install a Swimming Pool 2020
  • Homeowners Exemption Application
    document Header Homeowners Exemption Application
  • Record of Completion One- or Two-Family NFPA 72
    document Header Record of Completion One- or Two-Family NFPA 72
  • Smoke Alarm Requirements for Sale or Transfer of One- or Two-Family Residence
    document Header Smoke Alarm Requirements for Sale or Transfer of One- or Two-Family Residence
  • Smoke Alarms Massachusetts General Law 148 26
    document Header Smoke Alarms Massachusetts General Law 148 26

Commercial Project Applications and Related Documents12 documents

  • Commercial Application Other Than a One or Two Family Dwelling
    document Header Commercial Application Other Than a One or Two Family Dwelling
  • Commercial Kitchen Hood Questionnaire
    document Header Commercial Kitchen Hood Questionnaire
  • Construction Contractor Services Certification
    document Header Construction Contractor Services Certification
  • Construction Control Document
    document Header Construction Control Document
  • Construction Control Document (initial)
    document Header Construction Control Document (initial)
  • Construction Control Progress Checklist
    document Header Construction Control Progress Checklist
  • Construction Control Required Inspections and Site Review
    document Header Construction Control Required Inspections and Site Review
  • Construction Control Waiver Form
    document Header Construction Control Waiver Form
  • Construction Documents Checklist
    document Header Construction Documents Checklist
  • Construction Guide and Checklist for Commercial Projects
    document Header Construction Guide and Checklist for Commercial Projects
  • Massachusetts Existing Building Code Checklist
    document Header Massachusetts Existing Building Code Checklist
  • Phased Approval Certificate of Occupancy
    document Header Phased Approval Certificate of Occupancy

Permit Application Additional Forms5 documents

  • Building Permit Fee Schedule
    document Header Building Permit Fee Schedule
  • Insulation Detail Sheet
    document Header Insulation Detail Sheet
  • Owner Authorization Form for Contractor
    document Header Owner Authorization Form for Contractor
  • Solid Waste Disposal Affidavit
    document Header Solid Waste Disposal Affidavit
  • Workers Comp Insurance Affidavit
    document Header Workers Comp Insurance Affidavit

Demolition Applications and Guide3 documents

  • Demolition Application
    document Header Demolition Application
  • Demolition Delay Review Application
    document Header Demolition Delay Review Application
  • Guide to Demolition Delay Ordinance
    document Header Guide to Demolition Delay Ordinance

Electrical, Plumbing & Gas Applications7 documents

  • Electrical Permit Application
    document Header Electrical Permit Application
  • Electrical Permit Application for Institutional Use Only
    document Header Electrical Permit Application for Institutional Use Only
  • Electrical Permit Requirements Guide
    document Header Electrical Permit Requirements Guide
  • Gas Permit Application
    document Header Gas Permit Application
  • Owner authorization Form - Licensed Plumber Gas Fitter 6-22-2020.pdf
    document Header Owner authorization Form - Licensed Plumber Gas Fitter 6-22-2020.pdf
  • Owner Authorization Form for Licensed Electrician
    document Header Owner Authorization Form for Licensed Electrician
  • Plumbing Permit Application
    document Header Plumbing Permit Application

Fire Protection System Application And Guide2 documents

  • Fire Protection Systems Permit Application
    document Header Fire Protection Systems Permit Application
  • Guide for New and Existing Fire Protection Systems
    document Header Guide for New and Existing Fire Protection Systems

Sheet Metal Application2 documents

  • Application for Sheet Metal Work
    document Header Application for Sheet Metal Work
  • Owner Authorization Form for Licensed Sheet Metal Contractor
    document Header Owner Authorization Form for Licensed Sheet Metal Contractor

Solid Fuel Burning Appliance Application1 document

  • Solid Fuel Burning Appliance Application
    document Header Solid Fuel Burning Appliance Application

Tent, Shed, Sign, or Fence Application and Guides4 documents

  • Application for Tent, Shed, Sign, or Fence
    document Header Application for Tent, Shed, Sign, or Fence
  • Guide for One Story, Detached Accessory Structures Having a Floor Area Larger Than 200 Square Feet, for 1 and 2 Family Dwellings
    document Header Guide for One Story, Detached Accessory Structures Having a Floor Area Larger Than 200 Square Feet, for 1 and 2 Family Dwellings
  • Guide to Erect a Tent
    document Header Guide to Erect a Tent
  • Guide to Erect or Construct a Fence
    document Header Guide to Erect or Construct a Fence

Zoning Permit Applications and Guide3 documents

  • Application for Zoning Permit
    document Header Application for Zoning Permit
  • Application for Zoning Permit for a Mobile Home or Camper
    document Header Application for Zoning Permit for a Mobile Home or Camper
  • Guide to Erect or Construct a Detached Accessory Structure with Floor Area Equal to or Less Than 200 Square Feet
    document Header Guide to Erect or Construct a Detached Accessory Structure with Floor Area Equal to or Less Than 200 Square Feet

Vacant & Foreclosing Property Registration and Ordinance2 documents

  • City Ordinance for Vacant and Foreclosing Properties
    document Header City Ordinance for Vacant and Foreclosing Properties
  • Vacant and Foreclosing Property Registration
    document Header Vacant and Foreclosing Property Registration