Inspectional Services

a.k.a The Building Department

 

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       ***Updated Stretch Energy Code goes into effect January 1, 2023 with no concurrency period. Permits  filed on January 1 or later must comply with the updated regulations.***

Stretch Energy Code info <HERE>

       Please note that applications for residential and commercial building, sheet metal, fence, plumbing, gas, electrical, and trench permits may be filed online. Using the Permit Pro online permitting system is highly encouraged as it will result in faster processing of your application as well as easier tracking of it's progress. The Permit Pro online permitting system also allows  the public to easily view all permits applied for since it's use started in 2021.

start hereClick here for online permitting.            

The Department of Inspectional Services reviews applications and  issues all permits for the construction trades in accordance with the State Building Codes. The Building Inspector/ Zoning Enforcement Officer is also responsible for reviewing all applications for compliance with the Town of Lancaster Zoning Bylaw as well as investigating complaints with regards to zoning.

Please see our Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs) for more info on when permits are required, licenses, and permitting requirements.

Paper applications for all permits are available at the Prescott Building in front of the Inspectional Services Office, as well under Permits and Applications on this web page.

To schedule an inspection please contact the inspector directly using the contact list below.

Staff Contacts

Name Title Phone
Dennis Monteiro Alternate Electrical Inspector (978)808-1574
Kenneth Poulin, Jr. Plumbing/Gas Inspector (978) 337-9823
Ronald Valinski Sealer of Weights & Measures (978) 365-3326 Ext. 1011
Mike Silva Building Commissioner/Zoning Enforcement Officer (978) 365-3326 Ext. 1095