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Building Department
The Building Department reports to the Town Administrator who reports to the Board of Selectmen. The Building Department is responsible for reviewing applications and plans to construct, alter or demolish any building or structure in the Town of Dover for compliance with applicable Town of Dover Zoning Bylaws and Massachusetts State Gas, Plumbing, Electrical, Building Codes and Chapter 40A and General Laws.
Field Inspections
The Inspectors have to make field inspections at various stages of construction, as well as making inspections of all public buildings, churches and both private and public schools.
Professional Inquiries
The Building Department must also respond to inquiries from attorneys, land surveyors, banks and the general public regarding zoning and building code problems or direct their calls to the proper authorities if it is not a building or zoning code matter.
Owners Versus Contractors Filing
The Board of Building Regulations and Standards strongly cautions building owners against applying for their own building permit. Reputable contractors will apply for the permit, acting as the owner’s agent and with the owner’s written authority. Your contractor may need to be both a licensed Construction Supervisor and a registered Home Improvement Contractor.
If a contractor is reluctant to apply for the building permit on your behalf, it may be an indication that the contractor does not possess a license or a registration.
Exclusion from Reimbursement
Remember, for home improvement work covered by Chapter 142A of the General Laws you are excluded from reimbursement of up to $10,000 from the guaranty fund if you apply for your own building permit or if you do business with an unregistered contractor.
Dover Town Code Description of Responsibilities
View the full Town Code.
Building Inspector Office Hours
If you would like to meet with the Building Inspector or need plans reviewed, you will need an appointment. Appointments are scheduled Monday to Thursday 1:00pm to 2:30pm. Call 508-785-0032 x225 or email syoung@doverma.gov to schedule.
If you have a general question, are looking for plans or documents, or would like help filling out a permit, please call or stop in for Administrative help Monday to Thursday 9 to 4 and Fri 9 to 1.
Building Inspector & Deputy Building Inspector
There shall be a Building Inspector and a Deputy Building Inspector appointed annually by the Board of Selectmen. The duties and authority of the Building Inspector and the Deputy Building Inspector shall include, but shall not be limited to, those specified in Massachusetts General Laws (MGL) Chapter 143, Section 3.
Gas & Plumbing Inspector
There shall be a Gas and Plumbing Inspector appointed annually by the Building Inspector. The Gas and Plumbing Inspector’s duties and authority shall include, but shall not be limited to, those specified in MGL Chapter 142, Section 11.
Wiring Inspector & Deputy Wiring Inspectors
There shall be a Wiring Inspector and one or more Deputy Wiring Inspectors appointed annually by the Board of Selectmen. The duties and authority of the Wiring Inspectors and the Deputy Wiring Inspectors shall include, but shall not be limited to, those specified in MGL Chapter 166, Sections 32, 32A.
*PERMITS ARE NOT ACCEPTED ELECTRONICALLY, THEY MUST BE MAILED OR DROPPED OFF COMPLETED with VALID LICENSE, CURRENT WORKERS COMP CERTIFICATE AND PAYMENT*
Permit Applications & Fees
- Additions Remodel Alterations Building Permit
- Plumbing and Gas Fees 3-1-2023
- Application to Amend Existing Permit
- Commercial Non 1 and 2 Family Dwelling Permit
- Debris Disposal Affidavit
- Demolition Permit
- Electrical Permit Fees (PDF)
- Fire Protection Permit
- New House Permit and Instructions Packet
- Permit to do Electrical Work (PDF)
- Permit to Do Gasfitting (PDF)
- Permit to Do Plumbing (PDF)
- Roofing, Siding, Windows and Minor Repairs
- Swimming Pool Permit
- Wood Burning Stove Permit
- Mechanical Permit
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Walter Avallone
Inspector of Buildings/Zoning Enforcement OfficerPhone: 508-785-0032, ext. 225
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Susan Young
Administrative AssistantPhone: 508-785-0032 x225
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Building Inspector Office Hours (By appointment only)
Monday through Thursday
1 to 2:30pmInspection Hours
Monday-Tues-Wed
8 to 10am and 3 to 4pmThursday 8 to 10am
Administration Office Hours
Monday through Thursday
9am to 4pmFriday
9am to 1pmIf you have questions, need plans reviewed or would like to meet with the Building Inspector, you will need an appointment. Appointment hours are 1 to 2:30pm Monday to Thursday. Call 508-785-0032 x225 to schedule your appointment.
If you have a general question, are looking for plans or documents, or need help with filling out a permit, you can call or stop in for administrative help.
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