Electrical Permit & Fee Schedule
Individuals that perform electrical work in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts must be licensed.
All licensed person must register with the Town’s Building Department and provide a Certificate of Insurance prior to beginning any work. No permits will be given unless there is a currently valid license and Certificate of Insurance on file.
NOTE: Changes to Electrical Service requires contacting the Municipal Light Plant (MLP). No Electrical Permit will be issued until the MLP is notified.
Electrical Permit Fee Schedule
Residential Permit Fees
- New single or two-family residential: $150.00 base fee includes 3 inspections (plus $60 per each additional inspection)
- Water Heater: $60.00 (a plumbing permit may also be required.)
- All other work: $60.00 per inspection
Commercial, Industrial & Institutional
- New Commercial Building: $250.00 base fee includes 3 inspections (plus $30 for each meter, plus $60 for each additional inspection)
- Trailer Panel: $60.00
- Electrical Demolition: $60.00
- All other work $60.00 per inspection
Commercial Yearly Maintenance Permits
- Industrial, manufacturing and institutional buildings that employ electricians full-time for general premises maintenance must pay a flat rate of $400.00 per year. Electricians must file a monthly written report with the wiring inspector of work done the previous month. Please use the standard permit form.
Re-inspection for Residential, Commercial, Industrial and Institutional
- Any re-inspection work for wiring required due to defective work, improper materials, or other contractor related cause, will require a re-inspection fee of $60.00. Re-inspection will take place only after the fee has been paid.