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As of July 1, 2025, building permit fees will increase. The new fee rates for any value of work up to $3000 will have a permit fee of $50. If the value is over $3000, round up to the nearest thousand and the fee is calculated at $15 per thousand (Do not add in the $50 for the first $3000). Example: If the value of work is $3200, round up to $4000, 4 X $15= $60.
Building fee schedule as of July 1, 2025
Previous Fee schedule through June 30, 2025. Any value of work up to $4000 has a permit fee of $50. If the value is over $4000, round up to nearest thousand and the fee is calculated at $11 per thousand (Do not add in the $50 for the first $4000). Example: If the value of work is $4200, round up to $5000,
5 X $11 = $55.
Building fee schedule through June 30, 2025
Applying for Permits
You may apply for permits:
- In person
- Online
- Or by Mail
See below for options.
- Use the Online Permit Center to set up an account and apply for permits (links provided further down on this page).
- Print the forms from the list of Permit Forms located in the green column to the left.
- Mail in the completed forms, any supporting documents and payment to the Building Department at the address listed on the forms.
- Apply in person.
- If you need to have a plot plan emailed to you, call the Planning/Zoning Dept. at (860) 665-8575.
Online Permit Center - The online permit center allows homeowners and licensed contractors to apply for and receive building permits over the Internet. You can also track the status of your permit application. For assistance with the Online Permit Center - call 617-577-9000 ext. 2 or email Support
Create Online Permit Center Account
Apply for a Permit (requires Online Permit Center Account)
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Douglas Jourdan
Building Official
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Building Department
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Phone: 860-665-8580Fax: 860-665-8577
Hours
Monday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am to 6:00pm
Wednesday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am to 12:00pm
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Physical Address
200 Garfield Street
Newington, CT 06111