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<a href="#14. Do I need the property owners signature on the building application">Do I need the property owner's signature on the building
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<a href="#2. Who can be issued a building permit">Who can be issued a Building Permit?</a></font></b></p>
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<a href="#15. Is there a list of licensed asbestos removers">Is there a list of licensed asbestos removers?</a></b></font></p>
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<b><a href="#3. How long will it take to get a building permit">How long will it take to get a Building Permit?</a></b></font></p>
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<p style="margin-top: 1; margin-bottom: 1"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><b>
<a href="#16. In addition to a rodent inspection, what other inspections must be conducted prior to a Demolition Permit being issued">In addition to a rodent inspection, what other inspections
must be conducted prior to a Demolition Permit being
issued?</a></b></font></p>
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<a href="#4. How long are permits good for">How long are permits good for?</a></b></font></p>
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<a href="#17. Why does it take four weeks to complete the demolition permit">Why does it take four weeks to complete the Demolition
Permit?</a></b></font></p>
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<a href="#5. What do I need to file an application for a building permit">
What do I need to file an application for a building permit?</a></b></font></p>
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<a href="#18. Why does the Demolition form need to be hand-delivered to the Building Department">Why does the Demolition form need to be hand-delivered to
the Building Department?</a></b></font></p>
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<a href="#6. At what point will I receive my building permit">At what point will I receive my Building Permit?</a></font></b></p>
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<a href="#19. How long is the rodent inspection good for">How long is the rodent
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<a href="#7. When is a Wetland Permit required">When is a
Wetland Permit required?</a></font></b></p>
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<a href="#20. Why do I need to hire a licensed asbestos inspector">Why do I need to hire a
licensed asbestos inspector?</a></span></font></b></p>
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<a href="#8. What about the issuance of plumbing, gas or wiring permits">What about the issuance of plumbing, gas or wiring
permits?</a></font></b></p>
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<a href="#21. Is there a fine for not properly disposing of mercury devices">Is there a fine for not
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<a href="#9. Do I need separate approval from the Fire Department to complete my building permit">Do I need separate approval from the Fire Department to
complete my building permit?</a></font></b></p>
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<a href="#22. What is a Surety Bond and when do I need one">What is a
Surety Bond and when do I need one?</a></b></font></p>
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<a href="#10. When does the Fire department inspect the project">When does the Fire Department inspect the project?</a></b></font></p>
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<a href="#23. Is the Street Occupancy Permit needed to obtain a Building Permit">Is the Street Occupancy Permit needed to obtain a Building
Permit?</a></b></font></p>
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<a href="#11. During the reconstruction of my house, do I need to replace existing smoke detectors in rooms or areas of my house that are not under reconstruction">During a reconstruction of my house do I need to replace
existing smoke detectors in rooms or areas of my house
that are not under reconstruction?</a></font></b></p>
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<b><a href="#24. Who do I contact at utility companies to cut and cap utilities for a Demolition Permit">Who do I contact at utility companies to cut and cap
utilities for a Demolition Permit?</a></b></font></p>
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<a href="#12. How many days notice is needed to plan for inspections">How many days notice is needed to plan for inspections?</a></b></font></p>
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<a href="#25. If my builder is not familiar with Needham, what requirements are unique to Needham that I should highlight">If my builder is not familiar with Needham, what
requirements are unique to Needham that I should
highlight?</a></b></font></p>
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<a href="#13. Do I need a Plot Plan as part of my building application">Do I need a plot plan as part of my building application?</a></b></font></p>
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<b><a href="#26. Are there any restrictions on working hours">
Are there any restrictions on working hours?</a></b></font></p>
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<a name="1. When is a Building Permit required">Q: When is a Building Permit
required?</a> </font></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2">A: A
Building Permit is required whenever a project includes construction,
reconstruction, alteration, repair, removal or demolition of a structure.
Also, a permit is required for any change of use of a building or structure, and/or the installation or
alteration of any equipment that is regulated by the State Building Code.</font></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 1 5"><b><font face="Verdana" size="2">
<a name="2. Who can be issued a building permit">Q:
Who can be issued a building permit?</a></font></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2">A:
Building Permits are issued to construction supervisors licensed by the
State Department of Public Safety. An exception to this requirement is that a
building permit can be issued to homeowners doing work to the single or
two family dwelling where the homeowner resides. Homeowners who receive
building permits under this exception may be liable for contracting work on
their property and are not eligible for protection under the provisions of
the Home Improvement Contractor Law.</font></p>
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<b><a name="3. How long will it take to get a building permit">Q: How long will it take to get a building permit?</a></b></font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2">A:
<font color="#000000">Permits are usually issued within a couple of weeks.
However,
it can take less time in some cases. The time it takes is
often dependent on the completeness and accuracy of the application.</font></font></p>
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<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><b>
<a name="4. How long are permits good for">Q: How long are permits good for?</a></b></font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2">A:
<font color="#000000">Any building permit issued shall be deemed
abandoned and invalid unless the work authorized by it shall
have commenced within six months after issuance.</font></font></p>
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<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><b>
<a name="5. What do I need to file an application for a building permit">Q: What do I need
to file an application for a building permit?</a></b></font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2">A: There are many components to
the building permit application. Please see the
<a href="EasyPermitsGuidedProcess.htm">Guided Process</a> page to determine what you
need.</font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"> </p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><b><font face="Verdana" size="2">
<a name="6. At what point will I receive my building permit">Q: At
what point will I receive my building permit?</a></font></b></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2">A: All
demolition permits, affidavits, plans, etc. must be complete
before a building permit will be issued.</font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 1 5"><b><font face="Verdana" size="2">
<a name="7. When is a Wetland Permit required">Q: When is a Wetland Permit
required?</a></font></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2">A: An
Order of Conditions or negative Determination of Applicability is required
if your work area is within 100' of wetlands or within the 200-foot
Riverfront Area.</font></p>
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<a name="8. What about the issuance of plumbing, gas or wiring permits">Q:
What about the issuance of plumbing, gas or wiring permits?</a></font></b></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><span style="font-family: Verdana"><font size="2">A:
These permits are only issued to Massachusetts licensed plumbers, gasfitters
and electricians.</font></span></p>
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<p style="margin: 1 5"><b><font face="Verdana" size="2">
<a name="9. Do I need separate approval from the Fire Department to complete my building permit">Q: Do I need separate
approval from the Fire Department to complete my building
permit?</a> </font></b></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2">A: Yes, the Fire Department
will issue a separate permit and an inspector will visit the
site to mark the location of the smoke detectors for
installation. The inspector will perform a final inspection
after the detectors have been installed. Please call one week in
advance to make these appointments.</font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 1 5"> </p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><b>
<a name="10. When does the Fire department inspect the project">Q: When does the Fire
department inspect the project?</a></b></font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2">A: The Fire Department
performs a
rough inspection before the finish work begins in order to mark and approve the location of smoke
detectors, and final inspection to insure that everything is
working properly.</font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 1 5"> </p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><b><font face="Verdana" size="2">
<a name="11. During the reconstruction of my house, do I need to replace existing smoke detectors in rooms or areas of my house that are not under reconstruction">Q:
During the reconstruction of my house, do I need to replace
existing smoke detectors in rooms or areas of my house that are
not under reconstruction?</a></font></b></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2">A: Once a
home is under major or substantial reconstruction, if adding a
sleeping area (bedroom), or a room with a closet, all smoke detectors, including
those in rooms that are remaining untouched, must be hardwired.</font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 1 5"> </p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><b>
<a name="12. How many days notice is needed to plan for inspections">Q: How many days notice is needed to plan for inspections?</a></b></font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2">A:
Generally <font color="#000000">1 - 2</font> days notice is needed.</font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 1 5"> </p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><b>
<a name="13. Do I need a Plot Plan as part of my building application">Q: Do I need a
Plot Plan as
part of my building application?</a></b></font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2">A:
<font color="#000000">Yes. A Plot Plan is required if the proposed construction
involves a new structure, an addition to an existing structure, reconstruction, or if the department has no
record of a plot plan for the property and the proposed work is
structural and not an ordinary repair.</font></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 1 5"> </p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><b>
<a name="14. Do I need the property owners signature on the building application">Q: Do I need the property owner's signature on the building
application?</a></b></font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2">A:
<font color="#000000">Yes. The Massachusetts State
Building Code requires the property owner�s signature on a
building application.</font></font></p>
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<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><b>
<a name="15. Is there a list of licensed asbestos removers">Q: Is
there a list of licensed asbestos removers?</a></b></font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2">
<span class="596204518-10062004">A: Yes. A list is available
at the Health Department Office or can be viewed at the
<a target="_blank" href="http://www.mass.gov/dos/forms/la-rpt_list_aa.pdf">
Massachusetts Division of Occupational Safety</a> web site.</span></font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><b><br>
<a name="16. In addition to a rodent inspection, what other inspections must be conducted prior to a Demolition Permit being issued">Q: In addition to a rodent inspection, what other inspections
must be conducted prior to a Demolition Permit being issued?</a></b></font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2">
<span class="596204518-10062004">A: A rodent inspection AND an
asbestos inspection must be conducted prior to a demolition.
Mercury thermostats must also be properly disposed of at the RTS
or the Health Department</span></font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><b><br>
<a name="17. Why does it take four weeks to complete the demolition permit">Q: Why does it take four weeks to complete the demolition
permit?</a></b></font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2">
<span class="596204518-10062004">A: This is the estimated
timeframe that it may take to schedule and have the asbestos
removed from the site and be air tested following the removal.</span></font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><b><br>
<a name="18. Why does the Demolition form need to be hand-delivered to the Building Department">Q: Why does the Demolition form need to be hand-delivered to the
Building Department?</a></b></font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2">A: Not only
does the Notification of Demolition form need to be
hand-delivered, but so do the regular building application
forms. Commonwealth of Massachusetts regulations require
that building officials verify picture identification for every
building permit application.</font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 1 5"> </p>
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<p style="margin: 1 5">
<b><font face="Verdana" size="2">
<span class="596204518-10062004">
<a name="19. How long is the rodent inspection good for">Q: How long is the rodent
inspection good for?</a></span></font></b></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5">
<font face="Verdana" size="2">
<span class="596204518-10062004">A: The rodent certification
expires three months from the date of the inspection or at the
end of the ten day baiting period if it was necessary.</span></font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"> </div>
<div>
<p style="margin: 1 5">
<b><font face="Verdana" size="2">
<span class="596204518-10062004">
<a name="20. Why do I need to hire a licensed asbestos inspector">Q: Why do I need to hire a
licensed asbestos inspector?</a></span></font></b></div>
<div>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><span class="596204518-10062004">A: To
determine if asbestos is present on the property, and to
make sure it is removed according to state regulations.</span></font></div>
<div>
<p style="margin: 1 5">
<font face="Verdana" size="2"> </font></div>
<div>
<p style="margin: 1 5">
<b><font face="Verdana" size="2">
<span class="596204518-10062004">
<a name="21. Is there a fine for not properly disposing of mercury devices">Q: Is there a fine for not
properly disposing of mercury devices?</a></span></font></b></div>
<div>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><span class="596204518-10062004">A: There
is a $100 fine. It is the responsibility of the individual
removing or replacing mercury devices to properly dispose of
this mercury through an approved DEP collection and disposal
program. The Needham RTS is one such program.</span></font></div>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 1 5"> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><b>
<a name="22. What is a Surety Bond and when do I need one">Q: What is a
Surety Bond and when do I need one?</a><br>
</b>A: A Surety Bond is needed in order to get a Street
Occupancy Permit
and can take up to one week to obtain before the Street
Occupancy Permit will be issued. A Surety Bond is a bond that will pay for
the work to be done should the contractor refuse to do it.</font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 1 5"> </p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><b>
<a name="23. Is the Street Occupancy Permit needed to obtain a Building Permit">Q: Is
the Street Occupancy Permit needed to obtain a Building
Permit?</a></b></font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5">
<font face="Verdana" size="2">A: </font>
<font face="Verdana" size="2" color="#000000">Yes. If work
is proposed in the street or sidewalk; if there are plans to
occupy or obstruct the street or side walk; if heavy trucks will
need to cross the sidewalk.</font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 1 5"> </p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2">
<b>
<a name="24. Who do I contact at utility companies to cut and cap utilities for a Demolition Permit">Q: Who do I contact at utility companies to cut and cap
utilities for a Demolition Permit?</a></b></font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5">
<font face="Verdana" size="2">A: </font></p>
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<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2"><b>
<a name="25. If my builder is not familiar with Needham, what requirements are unique to Needham that I should highlight">Q: If my builder is not familiar with Needham, what requirements
are unique to Needham that I should highlight?</a></b></font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2">A: Zoning is unique to every community in
the commonwealth. Your contractor and/or architect should
review the <a href="../xPlanning/PlanningZoningByLaw.htm">Zoning By-Law</a> in order to
ensure that your proposed project
will comply with local zoning.<br>
<br>
<b><a name="26. Are there any restrictions on working hours">Q: Are there any restrictions on working hours?</a></b></font></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5"><font face="Verdana" size="2">A: Refer to the noise regulation found in the
<a target="_blank" href="../xTownMisc/Documents/NeedhamGeneralByLaws02.pdf#page=32">
Town of Needham General By-Law section 3.8.1</a>.</font></p>
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<b><font face="Verdana" size="2">
<a name="27. Are there things that I should be aware of that can help during the building permit application process">Q: Are there things that I
should be aware of that can help during the building permit
application process?</a></font></b></p>
<p style="margin: 1 5">
<font face="Verdana" size="2">A: Some simple things to be
watchful of to ensure o smooth Building Permit application process are :</font></p>
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<font face="Verdana" size="2">Checking that the
builder/contractor contact information is up-to-date and
accurate on all application paperwork</font></p>
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<font face="Verdana" size="2">Reviewing the Plot Plan(s) with your
builder/contractor to ensure that critical items such as
dimension lines and property address are on the
Plot Plan(s)</font></p>
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<font face="Verdana" size="2">Making sure that all signature lines
for either you or your builder/contractor have been signed.</font></p>
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