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Procedures to obtain a Building permit
Procedures to obtain a Zoning permit

Certificate of Occupancy:

Residential	-	$10.00
Commercial	-	$20.00
Industrial	-	$50.00

Housing Ordinance Inspection Fees:

First Inspection - Free per unit.
Return fee for first re-inspection violation - $15.00 per unit.
Return fee for any re-inspection violation fee thereafter - $20.00 per unit.

There will be an additional penalty fee of between $200.00 minimum and $1,000.00 maximum added to the cost of any permit which is taken out only after illegal construction activity is discovered.

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Blasting Permits	-	$20.00
Burning Permits	-	$10.00
Daycare License	-	no fee
Haz mat Permits	-	no fee
Liquor License	-	no fee

Call or stop by the Land Use Department to find out the application fee.

IF AN APPLICATION IS SUBMITED AFTER THE ACTIVITY HAS ALREADY STARTED, THE PERMIT FEE IS TRIPLED

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Excavation Application & Information to obtain a road excavation permit - click here. *Be sure to "call before you dig" to dig safely. 1-800-922-4455

Plymouth Ordinances pertaining to excavation: Click here, follow bookmark on the left to sections 14-26 to 14-31.

Fee - $25.00 for first 25 square feet, $1.00 per additional square foot thereafter.

NO COMMERCIAL VENDORS / COMMERCIAL CHECKS

NO USED AUTO PARTS, NO BOATS, NO PROPANE TANKS

To submit an online request for service to the Public Works Department, please click here and complete the form. The request goes directly to the Department of Public Works e-mail and, if necessary, is forwarded to the Highway Department for review.

FALL MOUNTAIN WATER PROJECT

Process to hook up water (CT Water):

Application needs to be made to Connecticut Water for water service. Residents may go to the Naugatuck Office – 250 Meadow St., Naugatuck, CT, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to complete the required paperwork. (1-800-428-3985 x3200) Call if directions are needed.

1. Fill out: application for water service form, notice to applicants and contractors for water service form, the service inspection form and the disclosure notice form.
2. Hire a licensed contractor to install your water service line from the curb valve to the inside of your home.
3. Hire a licensed plumber to complete plumbing modifications to the inside of the home to facilitate connection to the public water supply. If applicant is retaining the existing well, a physical separation or a backflow prevention device must be provided between the public water supply and the private well supply. Plumbing modifications are to be complete and are subject to inspection prior to CWC providing water service.

If the service length is less than 150 feet: a “meter horn” will need to be installed at entry point of service. Meter horn may be purchased from CWC. Current cost is $104.55 for a 5/8 x 3/4 meter horn.

If service length is greater than 150 feet: a meter pit will be required to be installed at the property line. Meter pit may be purchased from CWC. Current cost is $700.61 for a pre- plumbed 5/8 or 3/4 meter pit with cover.

Costs are provided for budgetary purposes only and are subject to change based on required flow conditions or CWC pricing.

All water services are subject to the terms and conditions as provided for in The Connecticut Water Company’s Rules and Regulations, a copy of which can be provided to applicant at time of application. All materials shall adhere to The Connecticut Water Company’s material standards.

BUILDING DEPT. Requirements: Mechanical Permits from the building department are required for all connections. It is recommended that permits are pulled by licensed contractors. The Building Official will be inspecting all excavations and connections to ensure that they meet required code. Building Department permit hours are 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.

The Housing Rehabilitation Program Application

Grant or loan based on Financial need

1. The Assessor's office must sign the Department Approval Form and list the map, block, and lot numbers.  This sign-off is required for all siding, roofing, remodeling, renovations, and for all new projects.

2. The Tax Collector's office must sign the Department Approval form.  Any and all taxes on that property must be paid.   This is required for all projects.

3. Application to Planning and Zoning must be made and a Zoning Permit obtained.  Zoning officer must sign the Department Approval form.   This sign-off is required for: change of footprint, change of use, change of classification (open deck to enclosed porch for example).  There may be others.   Get the proper street/house number from the Zoning/Town Planner.

4. Waste disposal system: you must obtain approval and the appropriate sign-off from the Sanitarian or the WPCA.  Information on building size, use, location, and any associated fees may be required.

5. Town Roads:  Obtain an excavation/driveway permit from Public Works for all new or improved driveways and for any curb cuts or right-of-way excavation.  This includes but is not limited to grading, installation of water, sewers, gas, sprinklers, or other underground utilities or other permanent installations located within the Town right of way.  Public Works signature is also required on the Building permit sign-off sheet.  Excavation / driveway contractors must be licensed, bonded, and insured with evidence of such on file in the Public Works office prior to commencing works or fees are doubled.  State roads:  Contact DOT District 4 at 283-4973 for State Permits.

6. Submit two sets of plans per application to construct or alter a one or two family home or accessory building.  There shall be three sets for any other type of building (the third set is for the Fire Marshal's review).  NO multi-family or commercial permits will be issued until the Fire Marshal's approval has been given and the sheet is signed off.  Please allow a minimum of 5 working days and a maximum of 30 days for review of all plans.

7. Plans must contain the following:
   
   • SITE PLAN:  It must show the location of all existing buildings, all proposed construction, well location, or city water connection, septic or sewer line location, wetlands (if any), driveway location, property lines and dimensions, setbacks, and lot area.  Site plans must be signed and sealed by the surveyor.
     
   • BUILDING PLANS:   They must contain a foundation plan, floor plans, section through the building, exterior elevations, and details of any unusual construction.  All dimensions, structural information, window sizes, energy code compliant information, stairway information, smoke detector locations, etc. must be on the plans.  Please refer to the attached checklist for drawings.

The following information is offered as a checklist of items which should be included on the drawings submitted to the Building Department with the application for a building permit.  The checklist suggest locations where information should be shown.  In fact, as long as all the information is included, the layout of the drawings is up to the preparer.  This list is to be used as a guideline only, and additional information may be required depending on individual applications.  In accordance with state statue, plans for certain building types must be prepared by a registered architect of licensed professional engineer.

Rental Units

Owners of rental property in Plymouth, Terryville, and Pequabuck are required to have all rental units inspected and a Certificate of Compliance issued at each change of tenancy.  The code provision applies to both single family and multi-family homes.

Section 8-50 of the town of Plymouth Housing Ordinance requires "periodic inspections of all multi-family dwellings, dwelling units, rooming units and premises."  The purpose of this inspection is to ensure that properties meet the basic requirements of the Housing Code.  Violations commonly discovered in the inspection of rental units include, missing or malfunctioning smoke detectors, which are required in basements, common hallways, dwelling unit halls and bedrooms.  Other common violations include broken electrical plugs or incorrectly wired outlets, ground faults not installed within 6' of a sink or laundry, leaking plumbing or broken fixtures, unsafe or poorly maintained heating equipment, missing or damaged screens and storm windows and doors.

Per ordinance, it is the responsibility of the property owner to register all tenants with the Building Department.  This is required with each change in tenants.  There is no charge for the initial inspection for tenant changes or for your periodic inspection, however this is a charge of $15.00 (per unit) for the first re-inspection and $20.00 (per unit) for every re-inspection thereafter.  Copies of the Housing Ordinance are available for review in the Building Department between 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Please contact the Building Department at (860) 585-4007 to schedule your inspection.  Inspections will be scheduled Monday through Friday between 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  If there is a problem with these inspection times we are willing to work with you in scheduling an inspection that is convenient.  It will be your responsibility to notify your tenant(s) of this inspection.  If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact the Building Department.

Procedures to Obtain a Zoning Permit

1. If septic system is required see the Sanitarian for necessary perc tests and permits.

2. Contact Inland/Wetlands Enforcement Officer to determine whether parcel lies in wetlands.  If so, it may require a permit from that Commission.

3. Check Flood Hazard Map.

4. Contact Public Works Department for any permits or comments from that department.

5. Construction in a RA-2L Zone requires Special Permit.  Commercial and general manufacturing uses require site plan approval by the Planning and Zoning Commission.

6. Submit an application with all required signatures, along with TWO certified A-2 plot plans.

7. After obtaining the Zoning Permit, contact the Building Inspector for a Building Permit.

8. Before applying for a Certificate of Use and Compliance, review the check list issued with the Zoning Permit to be sure that all items required have been addressed/competed.

9. In the event a Z.B.A. Variance has been applied for and issued, the variance must be filed with the Town Clerk, and a copy of the same must be submitted with the application for the Zoning Permit.  A Z.B.A. Variance does not exempt one from obtaining the required zoning and building permits.

   SOIL AND EROSION CONTROL METHODS WILL BE REQUIRED WHEN THERE IS CONCERN OF RUNOFF OR WASHOUTS ONTO ADJOINING PROPERTIES OR TOWN ROADS.