Permits

Auburn is proud to introduce our new online customer permit portal, SmartGov!

For all permit applications, please visit SmartGov to sign up.

In SmartGov you can:

  • Apply for a Permit
  • Pay Permit Fees
  • Request a code compliance inspection
  • Report a code viololation
  • Search for parcel information
  • View Monthly permit reports and public notices
  • Apply for or Renew a Business License
  • Submit a Site Plan for Development Review

Have Questions? Check out this User Guide or email: permits@auburnmaine.gov

General Information:

  • Building with Construction Codes (Commercial & Residential)
    • All Building Code References
    • MUBEC Residential Energy Code Application (IECC 2021 Compliance Form)
    • New Construction Permit Application Checklist
    • Fire Codes: NFPA 101, Edition 2018 and NFPA 1, Edition 2018
  • Burning Permit (This online service is FREE) 
  • Demolition Permit and Supporting Documents (Signatures Required)
  • Fire Department Commercial Development Review Criteria
  • Fire Department Elevator Requirements
    • Elevator cars need to accept an 83” long by 24” wide stretcher in the supine position.
    • Reference: MRS Title 32, Chapter133, Subsection 15-228, Per Main Elevator & Tramway Safety 
  • Fire Department Turning Radius
  • Flood Hazard Development Permit Application & Permit Forms
  • Mass Gathering & Special Event Permit Application 
    •  Guidelines for Festivals, Event Sites and Food Vehicles
  • Planning Board Development Review Application
  • Planning Board Development Review Checklist***
  • Storm Water Drainage Connection Agreement

Questions about your project and what permits are necessary, can be directed to the departments listed below. Completed Permit Applications can be returned to the appropriate department at Auburn Hall, 60 Court Street:

  • City Clerk's Office - Business License, Special Event/Mass Gathering, and Garage Sale Permit Applications
  • Engineering - Drive Entrance, Fill, Private and/or Public Excavation, Storm Water Drainage Connection Agreement, and Utility Location Permit Applications
  • Permitting and Code Enforcement - Building, Electrical, Home Occupation, MUBEC Residential Energy Code, Plumbing, and Sign Permit Applications and Planning Board Development Review Applications
  • Zoning and Planning - Subdivision Plans, Site Plan Applications, Zoning Changes and Conformance Letters, Flood Hazard Development Plan, Phosphorus Control Plans, Farm Mangement Plans, Site Law