Boston, MA

Inspectional Services Department

How permitting works in Massachusetts

Every city in Massachusetts is required by state law to have a building department and a certified building inspector. The city's role is to be the absolute authority for all permits, as there is no county-level alternative for developers to use.

351 Cities/Towns enforce; no County role.

Contact Information

Address: 1010 Massachusetts Avenue, 5th Floor, Boston, MA 02118, United States
Phone: (617) 635-5300
Email: send an email
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Website: https://www.boston.gov/homepage-bostongov
Permit Portal: https://www.boston.gov/departments/inspectional-services

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