Building Department FAQs
Electrical Work - Can I do my own? PDF Print E-mail

Electrical Work - Can I do my own electrical work?

Yes - in the State of Massachusetts a homeowner can wire their own residential building provided they have a permit to do so. We recommend also discussing this with you homeowner's insurance company to see if they have any issues with this under your current policy.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 14 May 2008 14:19
 
Plumbing Work - Can I do my own? PDF Print E-mail

Plumbing Work - Can I do my own plumbing work?

No - As required under Section 4.3.3 of the Massachusetts State Plumbing Code, permits to perform plumbing work shall be issued to licensed plumbers only. Permits to perform plumbing issued to persons licensed by the Board of Examiners of lumbers as Journeyman plumbers only, are issued on condition that such licensed Journeyman plumbers must comply with the definition of a "Journeyman", a person who himself does any work in plumbing subject to inspection under any law, ordinance, by-law, rule or regulation. A violation of this statute shall be subject to penalties as prescribed under Section 6 of Chapter 142 of the General Laws.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 14 May 2008 14:19
 
Building Permits - How do I obtain a building permit? PDF Print E-mail

Building Permits - How do I obtain a building permit?

Please download and fill out as much of the building permit application as possible (download it here). As most projects require permitting from other departments, please come in to the building department to discuss your project and we will be happy to tell you what other departments you will need to speak with.
Last Updated on Friday, 25 July 2008 15:44
 
Sheds - Do I need a building permit for a shed? PDF Print E-mail

Sheds - Do I need a building permit for a shed?

Yes - all sheds in the Town of Edgartown require a building permit. Click here to download a building permit application.
Last Updated on Friday, 25 July 2008 15:45