Department of Building Inspectional Services 37 Main Street Charlton, MA 01507 Phone: (508) 248-2241 Fax: (508) 248-2373 Email Office Hours: Mon, Wed, Thu 7:30a.m.-3:30p.m. Tuesday 7:30a.m.-7:00p.m. Friday 7:30a.m.-12:00p.m. Areas of Responsibility: To enforce the Massachusetts Building Codes, 780 C.M.R. Assist homeowners and contractors in obtaining the proper permits for particular projects. Oversee from start to finish all permitted projects including, conducting necessary inspections and the issuance of completion and/or occupancy certificate. Works closely with the Zoning Enforcement Office. Customer Service Survey - Inspectional Services Department Please tell us how our Inspectional Services Department is doing. Fill out the attached form and return it to the Town Administrator, 37 Main St., Charlton MA 01507, email to robin.craver@townofcharlton.net or fax it to 508-248-2374. Considering a home improvement project? A Building Permit is required for: Sheds of all sizes Decks of all sizes Pools both aboveground and Inground Roofing of any kind Siding of any kind Windows both new and replacement Additions and repairs Posting Notice - Code Change: The 7th edition of the Single and Two-Family Building Code is now in full effect! As of January 1, 2008 all permits will be issue under the 7th edition for Single and Two-Family projects. You may purchase a copy from The State House Book Store or the ICC. Download Notice. Forms: Accessory Permit 1 & 2 Family Used for: Sheds Pools Roofing, Siding, Replacement Windows Fences, Retaining walls Interior remodeling and Improvements Solid Fuel Burning Appliances (aka pellet, wood and coal stove) Additions, Remodeling, New dwellings Used for: Additions Major remodeling Garages Sunrooms Screen rooms Decks and Porches New homes up to 2 Family Directions for Application for a Building Permit: Accessory Structures, Repairs New Dwelling, Additions, Remodeling Application for a Building Permit Other Than a One or Two Family Dwelling Application to Demolish an Existing Structure Application for a Sign Permit Window and Door Schedule Work Sheet Window Schedule Worksheet Information: Fee Chart FAQ and Answers Information and Permitting Procedures - General overview of the permitting process. Schedule of Inspections for Homes, Garages, Additions, Remodeling and Decks Private Swimming Pools Swimming Pool Schedule of Inspections Special Permits and Variances: When Are They Needed? Guidance for Residential Deck Construction Notes From the Commish: Basements, Bedrooms and Other Problems Contractors Working on Your Home Job of the Office Off the Grid One and Two Family 7th Edition Is Here Pools, Decks and Other Summer Fun Pools, Decks and Other Summer Fun Continued Retaining Walls Signs Solid Flue-Fired Appliances AKA Wood and Pellet Stoves Winter Heating Tips You, Your Home and Contractors Zoning - A Primer Permitting Guidebook Building Commission Personnel Curtis Meskus, Building Commissioner Nancy Shields, Department Assistant Related Links Plumbing/Gas Inspector Wire Inspector The Board of Building Regulation and Standards The Massachusetts State Building Code Home Improvement Contractor Registration (HIC) Construction Supervisor License CSL) Home owner's exemption 108.3.5 When do you need a CSL, HIC or Building Permit Debris Disposal Requirements: MGL Chapter 40, Section 45 MGL Chapter 111, Section 150A Worker's Compensation Insurance: MGL 152 Section 25c