Codes
The Code Enforcement Officers are responsible for interpreting and enforcing the local, state, and federal regulations that apply to building construction and development as well as inspecting the wide range of new development and redevelopment that occurs in Scarborough. Code Enforcement processes and approves the required permits for construction, electrical, plumbing, heating, and various other site amenities. In addition to their code and inspection duties, Code Enforcement also acts as staff liaisons to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Important Announcements
New Building and Energy code on April 7, 2025!
The State of Maine has amended the Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code adoption. On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, the Commissioner of the Department of Public Safety signed the amendments into rule. Municipalities must enforce the newly adopted 2021 I-codes and corresponding standards as of April 7, 2025.
The proposed rules (also called the Maine amendments) can be found on the State Fire Marshal's Office, Division of Building Codes website by selecting this link .
https://www.maine.gov/dps/fmo/
Public Documents Library Access
The Town of Scarborough has completed the Public Documents Library. After two years of dedicated partnership with CGIS, the Town now offers seamless access to a variety of public documents previously available only through review of paper documents at the office of Planning and Codes Enforcement Department. This initiative marks a significant advancement in accessibility for the residents and businesses of the Town of Scarborough.
Through the integrated Advanced Parcel Viewer, residents can now effortlessly navigate through a comprehensive collection of public documents with just a click of a mouse. The Advanced Parcel Viewer, already providing access to information such as the Assessors Online Database, Zoning Ordinance, and spatial information, now introduces an additional feature - "Related Documents."
Upon identifying any parcel on the Advanced Viewer, users will notice a new section titled "Links" which now includes the "Related Documents" link. With a simple click, a new browser tab opens, directing users to the Public Documents Library. Here, they will find a curated list of all available documents pertinent to the identified parcel.
Although the Library currently offers limited search functionality, restricted to parcel number or file name, it is poised to expand its capabilities over time. As the Town continues to grow and evolve, so too will the accessibility of additional documents available through the Library.
This initiative underscores the Town of Scarborough's commitment to fostering transparency, efficiency, and accessibility in governmental records, ultimately empowering its residents with the tools and information needed for informed decision-making and detailed research.
Hours of Operation
The Town of Scarborough has reopened municipal buildings and outdoor public spaces following the guidance of the State of Maine. The Planning & Codes department is currently open to the public during the following hours:
Monday - Thursday: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Building Permit Applications
Building Permit applications can be delivered for review in the following ways:
Email: submittals@scarboroughmaine.org
Delivery/Drop-off: Planning Department, Scarborough Town Hall, 259 US Route 1
Mailed: PO Box 360 Scarborough ME 04070-0360