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The Building Department houses the Building Commissioner/Zoning Enforcement Officer, Electrical Inspector, Plumbing and Gas Inspector.
- Building Commissioner:
- Available by appointment for consultations Monday through Wednesday 8:30 to 10:00 am. Please call to schedule an appointment 508-349-7004 Ext. 131 or 137.
- Inspections generally occur Monday through Wednesday 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
- Electrical Inspector: Is in the office at approximately 9:00 am on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Inspections take place after the office hour.
- Plumbing/Gas Inspector: Is in the office at approximately 12:00 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Inspections take place after the office hour.
- Local Building Inspector: On a as needed basis Tuesday and Thursday afternoons only.
Documents
- Electrical Inspection Request Form.pdf
- Plumbing / Gas Inspection Form (PDF)
- Braced Wall Presentation - Created by Russell Braun, Building Commissioner (PDF)
- Cape Light Compact Incentives for Renovations and Additions (PDF)
- Complaint Form - General (PDF)
- Complaint Form - Zoning (PDF)
- Curb Cut Application (PDF)
- June 2021 Update Letter for Professionals (PDF)
- Residential Pool Application Requirements (PDF)
- What are the shed requirements?
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Building permits are required for sheds and they must abide by the setback regulations. Any shed 200 sq ft and under can be on blocks. Sheds larger than 200 sq ft must be on a foundation, such as a concrete slab or sonotubes.
- What are the requirements to build a deck?
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A building permit must be submitted for a deck. 4 ft deep footings are required. When a deck is 30 inches off the ground, railings are required.
- How can I apply for a permit on-line?
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Please click HERE.
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Rich Stevens
Building CommissionerPhone: 508-214-0927
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Scott VanRyswood
Plumbing / Gas InspectorPhone: 508-214-0932
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John Browne
Electrical InspectorPhone: 508-214-0932
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Lynne Budnick
Office AssistantPhone: 508 214-0920
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Building Department
Physical Address
24 Town Hall Road
Truro, MA 02666
Phone: 508-349-7004 Ext. 131Fax: 508-349-5505
Plumbing and Electric Inspectors
Phone: 508-214-0932
Email plumbing and electric inspectorsHours
Monday (Remote Office Hours Only)
8 am to 4 pmTuesday to Friday (In-Person Office Hours)
8 am to 4 pmClosed on Town and Federal holidays.