Lowell, MA

Development Services

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: 375 Merrimack Street, 2nd Floor, Room 55, Lowell, MA 01852
Phone: (978) 674-4144
Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Tuesday: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Friday: 8 a.m. - Noon
Website: https://www.lowellma.gov/
Permit Portal: https://www.lowellma.gov/608/Building-Permits

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