Building Code Information
The Code Enforcement Officer is responsible for administering of various Town codes, primarily dealing with building and land development The following permits/services are handled through the Code Office.
Code Enforcement Officer - Craig Galarneau
(See the Information Directory for contact information and hours)
Growth Permits
A growth permit is required for all new dwelling units before a building permit can be issued. Applications may be downloaded from our Documents page or picked up at the CEO’s office.
Building Permits
A building permit is required for construction, demolition, remodeling, or structural alterations of a building. See the attached Permit Fee Schedule for pricing. Permit Fee Schedule
Plumbing Permits
Plumbing permits are required for all new and relocated internal plumbing. Direct replacement of fixtures without needing to relocate or alter piping does not require a permit. Permit fees are $15/fixture, with a $60 minimum permit fee. Some projects also require a hookup fee, as applicable. Plumbing permits are required for installation of septic systems or parts thereof, and for altering leach fields. Septic permit fees are per the State Plumbing Code and are predicated on the reviews needed to approve the application. Call for details.
Electrical Permits
N/A at this time.
Sign Permits
Sign permits are required for the placement of permanent regulated signs. Sign size and placement restrictions are detailed in the Sign Ordinance. The permit fee is $50/installation.
Flood Hazard Area Development Permits
Development in the flood plain requires Planning Board approval and a Flood Permit prior to the issuance of applicable construction permits and the project must meet State specifications.
Fill Permits
Filling or “making land” requires a Fill Permit if the activity involves the deposition of over 30 cubic yards of material. These projects typically also require Planning Board Review.
Zoning Administrator
The Code Officer handles all zoning issues and is the public’s liaison to the Planning Board and Board of Appeals. Some projects require Planning Board approval prior to the issuance of construction permits The Code Officer is the contact person for these approvals.
Codes In Effect in Limington
The Town’s building code is the 2018 edition of the International Building Code and International Residential Code with local amendments. Copies of the amendments are available at the Code Office. The following codes are in effect Statewide. Other codes (such as mechanical energy, etc.) are in effect statewide and locally by reference. Call for details.
Below are listed codes in effect in Limington and how to get copies:
- International Building Code and 2018 edition
- International Residential Code 2018 edition
- Universal Plumbing Code
Plumbers Examining Board
State House Station 35
Augusta, ME 04333-0035
Phone: (207) 624-8603
National Electrical Code
(NFPA 70) - 2020 EDITION LOCALLY
National Fire Protection Association
1 Batterymarch Park
PO Box 9101
Quincy, MA 02269-9101
Phone: (800) 344-3555
Web: http://www.nfpa.org/
NFPA 101 / Life Safety Code
(The 1985 edition is in effect locally, the 2009 edition is used Statewide.)
Phone: (800) 344-3555
Limington Land Use Zoning Ordinance
Town Clerk’s Office
Town of Limington
PO Box 240
Limington ME 04049
Phone: (207) 637-2171
State Energy Conservation Requirements
Phone: (207) 287-8457
Maine Department of Environmental Protection
Canco Road
South Portland ME 04106
Web: https://www.maine.gov/dep/
Licenses & Inspections
Licenses
With some specific exceptions involving a homeowner doing his/her own work at his/her own home, plumbing, electrical, and heating, can only be done by properly licensed parties.
Inspections
All permitted work must be inspected. Inspections must be arranged at least 24 hours in advance for an appointment.
Other Resources
Vernal Pools
If you are concerned about Wetlands and Vernal Pools on your property, you can follow this link for more information.