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Building / Zoning Department

** EFFECTIVE JUNE 1, 2026 MECHANICAL PERMITS WILL REPLACE SHEET METAL PERMITS **

Mechanical permit applications can be found under the "Downloadable Forms" tab; Under "Individual Forms". The permit fee is a flat $75.00. 

Please call the Building Department with any questions, we are happy to help!

               We are pleased to announce that you can now apply for Plumbing, Gas, & Electical Permits online through our ViewPoint portal!!
           You can scan this QR code to apply on your phone:

  Or you can use this website address:
          https://westminsterma.viewpointcloud.com/   

                   For all Plumbing and Gas Inspections, please contact the Building Department Directly at 978-874-7407.

 

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         All paper permits can still be submitted through the building department. You can access the blank applications on our website through "Building Dept" - "Downloadable Forms"   or permits are available at the Building Dept.

Board of Building Regulations and Standards

Date Published:  October 11, 2024

Tenth Edition CMR 780

The tenth edition building code was filed with the Secretary of State on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 and became effective on October 11, 2024.

The 9th Edition of the Building Code will apply concurrently with the 10th Edition until June 30, 2025. Building permit applications for projects utilizing the 9th Edition need to be filed on or before June 30, 2025. Applications received on or after July 1, 2025, that are based on the 9th Edition will not be accepted and will not be granted a building permit. Breaking ground on a jobsite does not need to begin immediately when obtaining a permit.  However, if breaking ground does not commence within 180 days of a permit being issued, the permit may expire unless extended.  See 780 CMR 105.5 for more information. 

As a reminder, the new, tenth edition is based on modified versions of the following 2021 codes as published by the International Code Council (ICC).

  • The International Building Code (IBC);
  • International Residential Code (IRC);
  • International Existing Building Code (IEBC);
  • International Mechanical Code (IMC);
  • International Energy Conservation Code (IECC);
  • International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC); and
  • Portions of the International Fire Code (IFC).

BBRS 10th Edition Building Code:

https://www.mass.gov/doc/bbrs-10th-edition-building-code/download

 

 

Duties and Responsibilities

The Building & Zoning Enforcement Department continues to improve customer service, streamline permitting and enhance technology throughout all operations. This Department will now further focus activities on exemplary customer service oriented toward building construction and code inspection services in accordance with Massachusetts' State Building Code, Electrical Code, Plumbing/Gas Code and the Town of Westminster's Zoning By-Law.

Staff Contacts

Name Title Phone
Harry Parviainen Wire Inspector 774-764-1006
Katherine Lemay Administrative Assistant 978-874-7407
Erik Salmi Building Commissioner/ Zoning Enforcement Officer 978-874-7407
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