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COVID-19 Massachusetts Supplemental Guidelines for Construction Sites
The following Boards and Committees are overseen by the Building Department and may provide additional information required for your specific project:
- Old King's Highway Regional District Committee
- Zoning Board of Appeals
- Architectural Review Committee
- Architectural Access Board
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Larry Baker
Plumbing/Gas InspectorPhone: 508-240-3700, ext. 2348Office Hours
Wednesday and Friday
1 pm to 2 pm
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Dave Messier
Electrical InspectorPhone: 508-240-3700, ext. 2343Office Hours
Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday
8:30 am to 10 am
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Scott VanRyswood
Plumbing/Gas InspectorPhone: 508-240-3700, ext. 2348Office Hours
Wednesday and Friday
1 pm to 2 pm
- What kind of building projects require a permit?
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Many projects, even very small ones, require a building permit. All projects are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Call the building department with questions about your specific project.
- Why do I have to get a permit to do things on my property?
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The state building code and local zoning code and by-laws require permits to ensure that the code is being followed in each area. If you have a project that is not allowed under the existing by-laws or code, you can take your case to the Zoning Board of Appeals, which can grant relief in special circumstances.
- Why do I have to get a building permit?
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Orleans zoning by-laws regulate the allowed uses in each of the town's zones and require a permit to indicate that your project will be in compliance with the by-laws. Likewise, Massachusetts State Building Code requires a permit to indicate that your building project has been designed to comply with safety standards outlined in the state building code.