The Sudbury Building Department is responsible for issuing all building, electrical, plumbing and gas permits. The Building Inspector is also the Zoning Enforcement Officer for the town.
Building Permits are required for all construction that is not an ordinary repair as defined by the latest edition of the Massachusetts State Building Code. For more information regarding building permit requirements, go to www.mass.gov/bbrs/code.htm.
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| Checklists for Building Plan Review and Inspections | The following checklists are used by the building inspector during plan review and inspections for residential construction. The items listed on the checklist are code issues that must be in compliance with the Mass State Building Code 7th edition. | August 12, 2009 332.87 KB |
| Residential Green Building Guide: A Web Source Book for New England | Guide to Residential Green Building in New England. This green building guide provides information and resources to homeowners, contractors, or any New England resident interested in environmentally responsible residential renovation and construction. | August 12, 2009 0.03 KB |
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| Certificate of Occupancy Requirements | Information needed prior to Certification of Occupancy being issued | July 24, 2008 46.50 KB |
| Construction Control Affidavit | 8th edition Construction Control Affidavit | September 23, 2011 8.72 KB |
| Construction Control Affidavit- Final | Construction Control Affidavit required for construction on buildings over 35,000 cubic feet | May 23, 2011 26.00 KB |
| Excavation & Trench Safety Regulations | Information and Fact Sheet for new excavation and trench safety regulation. | July 31, 2008 42.84 KB |
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| Certificate of Inspection | Application for Annual Certificate of Inspection for daycare and/or preschool facilities, assembly halls, businesses requiring special licensing, and public swimming pools. | May 26, 2011 81.00 KB |
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| Permit Fees | Building Permit Fees for Building, Wiring, Plumbing and Gas Permits. NOTE: Effective 7/21/09, Building Permit Fees have been revised. (See attached fee schedule) |
October 27, 2011 49.00 KB |
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| Disposal Debris Form | This form is required for materials being sent to a licensed solid waste facility. | February 22, 2011 79.50 KB |
| Residential Energy Code Compliance - Stretch Code | Energy Compliance worksheet required with all residential building permit applications for 1 & 2 family house and townhouse construction, additions and renovations. | February 22, 2011 506.81 KB |
| Workers Comp Affidavit | For contractors working as sole proprietors and do not have Worker's Compensation Insurance or homeowners applying for building permits. | February 7, 2007 985.49 KB |
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| Building Permit Application | This building permit application is needed for any commercial or residential construction. | August 6, 2009 552.00 KB |
| Gas Permit | June 30, 2008 528.92 KB |
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| Plumbing Permit | June 30, 2008 522.66 KB |
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| Portable Sign Permit Application | Portable Sign (A-Frame) Permit are issued annually from July 1-June 30 in accordance with the Zoning Bylaw Section 3259A. | June 23, 2011 108.00 KB |
| Sheet Metal Permit Application | July 19, 2011 247.71 KB |
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| Tent Permit Requirements | Checklist for tent permits must be attached to building permit application for temporary tents. | March 14, 2011 143.85 KB |
| Trench Permit | March 20, 2009 107.50 KB |
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| Wiring Permit | October 11, 2011 161.50 KB |
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| Facilities Data | Operational expenses for each town building. | October 6, 2008 64.94 KB |
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| New Trench Regulation - What are the requirements for the excavation and trench safety regulation?
For details, click on Building Documents to download fact sheet or for more information see www.state.ma.us/bbrs and search for new trench regulations.
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| How do I apply for a special permit or a variance from the Board of Appeals?
See Board of Appeals website for all special permit applications.
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| Do I need a permit for a shed?
For sheds that are 10'x12'(120 sq. ft) or smaller, no permit is needed and the shed can be placed 5 ft from your side or rear property line.
For sheds greater than 12 ft in any direction, a Building Permit is required and placement of the shed must follow the building setbacks. |
| How do I apply for a Building Permit?
Building Permits are available in the Building Department located in the DPW Building at 275 Old Lancaster Road or you can click here to download a permit application and a checklist of items necessary when submitting application. If you have any questions, visit our web page at http://www.sudbury.ma.us/services/building. and click on frequently asked questions.
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| How do I schedule an inspection?
All inspections are conducted Monday through Friday and must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance. Call the building department Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 978-443-2209 ext. 1361 to schedule inspection.
Building Inspections: 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. ORDER OF INSPECTIONS: (1) Excavation
(2) Completed foundation, footings, drains and waterproofing prior to backfilling. (3) Pre-rough inspection is optional
(4) Electrical, plumbing, gas rough inspections. (5) Framing inspection (including firestopping) (6) Insulation inspection (7) Electrical, plumbing, gas, Fire Department, and other applicable final inspections. (8) Final building inspection (9) Certificate of Occupancy after all other department requirements are met and certified plot plan submitted. |
| What are the minimum area and frontage requirements in residential zones?
Residential A: 40,000 sq ft, 180 ft of frontage
Residential C: 60,000 sq ft, 210 ft of frontage Wayside Inn Historic Preservation Zone: 5 Acres, 210 ft of frontage |
| What are the residential setbacks?
Minimum building setbacks in all residential districts:
20 feet side yard 30 feet rear yard 40 feet front yard (corner lots have 2 front yard setbacks) |
| When does the Building Department Issue Permits?
Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Building Permit applications are accepted during office hours and are reviewed by the Building Inspector at a later time. In most cases, permits are issued within one week from the date of submittal.
The Building Inspector has public hours daily from 9:00-11:00 a.m. Public Hours are used for the purpose of meeting with contractors and homeowners to discuss proposed projects and to issue permits that have been previously reviewed. Electrical, Plumbing and Gas permits are issued daily from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
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| Choosing a Contractor | Information and questions homeowners should ask before they hire a contractor. |
| Massachusetts State Building Code 6th Edition | All new construction must be in compliance with the 6th Edition of the Mass State Building Code. |
| Swimming Pools | Swimming Pools Building Code Requirements |
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| Attorney General's Consumer Guide to Home Improvement | Information and guidelines for people who are considering hiring contractors for home improvement projects. |
| Excavation & Trench Safety Requirements | Fact Sheet on new regulation for excavation and trench safety. |
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| Zoning By Law Documents | |
