What Boards might be involved in my application for a building permit?
You may need the approval of:
- The Board of Appeals if a zoning question is involved pertaining to setbacks, lot coverage, use, pools and tennis courts, etc.
- The Planning Board if a problem is involved concerning wetlands, subdivisions, lots at a distance from a street, non-residential use in a residential zone, etc.
- The Board of Architectural Review (BAR) if the appearance of the building is changed by alterations and/or additions.
- The Committee for Historic Preservation if demolition or substantial demolition of a structure is involved.

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1. When do the Boards meet?
2. What do I need to do to obtain a pre-date letter or certificate of use and occupancy for an existing structure or building?
3. How long does it take to get the plans reviewed by the Building Department after BAR approval?
4. When do I need a building permit?
5. Do I need a building permit for a fence?
6. Do I need a permit for installing or replacing a sidewalk, walkway or patio?
7. Do I need a building permit to replace my roof?
8. Do I need a permit for bathroom or kitchen alterations or renovations?
9. Do I need a permit for paving or repaving a driveway?
10. Do I need a permit to install a pool or tennis court?
11. Do I need a permit to install a television satellite dish?
12. What Boards might be involved in my application for a building permit?
13. Does approval of the Board of Architectural Review (BAR) mean I have a building permit?
14. When does the Building Department review the plans for conformance to Code?
15. Where can I find the building Department fees?