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Building Inspector

Electrical Inspector

Plumbing & Gas Fitting Inspector

Sealer of Weights & Measures

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Permit Listings

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Inspectional Services

Permits

Contact
The Office
3 Pond Rd.
Gloucester, MA 01930

Ph: 978-325-5210

Office Hours
Monday - Wednesday
8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Thursday
8:30 am - 6:30 pm

Friday
8:30 am - 12:30 pm

The Inspectional Services / Building Department also issues permits for:

Please note that all building permits are now being done online. See 'Online Permitting New' on the City's website home page. Inspectors are available Monday - Friday 8:30 to 9:30 am; Monday - Thursday 1 to 2 pm; and by appointment Thursday 5:00 to 6:00 pm.

Ninth Edition of the State Building Code

Code Enforcement
The primary function of the Inspectional Services / Building Department is to enforce state codes relative to:

Building
Change of use of habitable and non-habitable structures
Demolition
Remodeling
Renovation

Each code is unique and is derived from Massachusetts General Laws and/or City Ordinances. All are designed for public protection and to ensure the health and safety of citizens.