Building Department

 

The Building Department is responsible for the review, inspection and permitting for new construction and/or alterations to any structures within the Town.  They also have the authority to issue fines on persons or properties violating the Town’s General By-Laws, Zoning By-Laws and Building Code Regulations.   We do ask you submit your complaints in writing.

 

If you are planning any construction projects, please plan a minimum of two (2) weeks for completion of your application; plan review and issuance of the building permit for most construction jobs.

 

For your information and proposed construction needs, we have available the Building Department’s Building / Development Process Handbook.  To receive a copy click on the icon.  H  A copy will be sent to you through the mail.

 

If you should have any questions or need assistance your Building Department is available every weekday between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM at 781-270-1615.  Also, you can reach us via our net address HTTP://www.burlington.org or Email our office:

 

            JCLANCY@burlmass.org                        Inspector of Buildings

            AUNGERSON@burlmass.org                 Senior Building Inspector

            JSORENSEN@burlmass.org                  Principal Clerk

 

 

 

 

They also have the authority to issue fines on persons or properties violating the Town’s General By-Laws, Zoning By-Laws and Building Code Regulations. We do ask you submit your complaints in writing.

 

Forms and Other Information

Here are links to pages with helpful information about the Building Department:

 

Applications and Handbooks

Electrical Application * Building Permit Application * Certificate of Inspection Application * Construction Control Affadavit * Sewer Allocation Request * Demolition Affadavit * Second Water Meter Information * Inspection Schedule * Pool Application * State Pool Construction Regulations * Pool Inspection Schedule * Gas Permit * Plumbing Permit * Sign Application * Sign Regulations * Cross Connections * Wood Stove Application * FAQs * Helpful Information * Fee Schedule * Homeowner Exemption Affadavit