Overview

The Building Department oversees all building permit and inspection activities. The department is responsible for:

• Inspecting buildings and structures for safety and compliance with all applicable laws and codes
• Issuing:
  • Building permits
  • Certificates of inspection
  • Certificates of occupancy
• Reviewing building plans for local zoning compliance and also code compliance

The Building Department includes the:

• Building Division
• Electrical Division
• Gas Division
• Plumbing Division

Inspectors

Individual inspectors inspect all construction and renovations to ensure the project meets all current applicable:

• Building codes
• Electrical codes
• Gas codes
• Plumbing codes

More Information

On this website, you will find the Building Department's office hours and inspector contact information, along with permit applications and fee schedules. Please do not hesitate to contact this office at 413-594-1440 if you need any further information. We are here to serve you and provide you with prompt, courteous and professional service.

Department Hours

The Building Department will open to the public at 7 a.m. Inspectors will hold office hours from 7 - 9 a.m. and in the afternoon from 1 - 2 p.m.