Do I need a Building Permit ?
YES!
When your project involves:
an addition or change to the exterior or interior of your home
any type of electrical, heating or plumbing work needs permits
For exterior work, you need a permit to:
replace windows
re-roof your house or garage
replace siding on your house or garage
install a new swimming pool (above or in-ground)
add a screened porch
build a new storage shed, garage, deck or house
For interior work you need a permit to:
install a hot tub or whirlpool
alter a bathroom or kitchen
install a furnace or a hot water heater
install a central air conditioner
add a new electric outlet
change the number of dwelling units
move or remove walls
What i f you don't get a permit?
Permits are required by City ordinances and State statutes. If you don't get one when you should, the City can fine you for the violation for every day the work is not in compliance. This can be expensive for you.
The permit and accompanying inspections are to assure you that the work is "up to code and safe. Projects not done according to code can affect your home's insurability and potential sale. Prospective buyers can check the City's building records.
NO!
You
don't need a permit to:
erect a storage shed
120 square feet or less
paint the exterior or interior
of your building
install or resurface an existing driveway (call
for dimension information)
pour a concrete patio slab or walkway
put up a fence (must meet height
and vision clearance standards)
install gutters and downspouts
install storm windows and screens
If you have decided that your project needs a Permit....
Visit the Code Enforcement Department at are City Hall.
Remember---if you're not sure, ask the Permit Counter staff at 787-603I
For more information:
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Department of Code Enforcement |
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Main Number |
787-6030 |
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FAX |
787-6023 |
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Board of Appeals |
787-6032 |
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Building Inspection Unit |
787-6031 |
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Building Permits |
787-6031 |
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Fence Information |
787-7905 |
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Plumbing |
787-6047 |
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Setbacks |
787-7905 |
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Signs |
787-7905 |
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Wiring |
787-6040 |
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Zoning |
787-7905 |
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Housing Division Housing |
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Complaints |
787-6730 |
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Yard/treebelt overgrowth |
787-6730 |
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Trash complaints |
787-6730 |
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Unregistered/abandoned vehicles |
787-6730 |
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Weights & Measures |
787-6078 |
Code Enforcement Department Building Division
City Hall
36 Court Street
4th floor - Room 405
Springfield, Massachusetts 01103
Presented by the Mayor's Office, Code Enforcement Department and Neighborhood Councils
Prepared by the Springfield Planning Department
