Bourne, MA

Building and Inspection

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

Office Hours
Building Commissioner: Friday: 8:30am to 4:00pm. Building Inspectors Full Time Inspector: 8:30am-4:30pm Monday - Friday, Part Time Inspector: 8:30am-4:30pm Tuesday & Thursday. Plumbing/Gas/Mechanical Inspector: Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 8:30am to 9:30am. Electrical Inspector: Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 8:30am to 9:30am.

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