Building Permit
Workmen's Compensation Affidavit and Information
| Send to: | Building Inspector |
| 351 Amherst Road | |
| Pelham, MA 01002 | |
| 253-7129 |
Building Permit Fees: The fee is based on $5 per $l,000 cost of construction, or value of project as determined below. There is a minimum permit fee of $50 unless otherwise noted.
Value of Project: In order to keep the fees equitable for all projects permit fees will be based on the cost of construction or using the following scale as a minimum.
| New Construction for dwelling units/additions | $150.00 per sq ft |
| Commercial Industrial New Construction | $200.00 sq ft |
| Commercial accessory buildings | $50.00 sq ft |
| Conversion of non-residential space to living space | $120.00 sq ft |
| Residential accessory buildings & non-living space (decks) | $30.00 sq ft |
| Conversion of non commercial to commercial space | $110.00 sq ft |
| Above ground pool | $50.00 |
| Inground pool | $75.00 |
| Wood stove/chimney | $50.00 |
| Replacement of Permit Card of Certificate of Occupancy | $10.00 |
| Stop Work Order | $50.00 |
| Sign | $50.00 |
| Fire or natural disaster repairs | $5/$1,000 cost |
| Demolition | $75.00 |
| Temporary structures (tents) | $10.00 |
Fees will be doubled when construction is started prior to issuance of a permit
Contracts must be licensed and have valid worker’s compensation insurance or exempt status
Permits are required to construct, reconstruct, alter, repair, remove or demolish a structure; reproofing, installing siding and replacement windows; or to install or alter any equipment regulated by the building code.
Ordinary repairs do not require a permit if the work does not affect structure, egress, fire protection, fire ratings, energy conservation, plumbing, heating, sanitary, gas, electrical or other utilities.