The primary objective of the Building Inspector/Zoning Enforcement Office is to protect the public safety and welfare of our residents and guests. The office oversees all aspects of construction by ensuring that all construction, re-construction, alterations, repairs, moving, or demolition of buildings and/or structures conform to all the State and Town rules, regulations, codes, and ordinances. The office reviews applications, issues permits, answers zoning inquiries, and performs inspections.
Building Inspector
Paul Greene
413-446-0964 Cell
building@richmondma.org
Zoning Officer
Paul Greene
413-446-0964 Cell
zoning@richmondma.org
Electrical Wiring Inspector
Nick Fredsall
wireinspector@richmondma.org
Alternate Electrical Wiring Inspector
Henry Blanchard
Plumbing/Gas Inspector
Bob Gennari
413-644-8988
Office Hours
1st, 2nd, 4th Wednesday
9:30AM - 11:00AM
RESIDENTIAL PERMITS | FEES |
Application | $20.00 |
Demolition (any structure) | $50.00 |
Wood Stoves/Chimney Work | $50.00 |
Tents (temporary structure) | $50.00 |
Docks/Ramps | $50.00 |
Solar/Wind | $50.00 |
Sheet Metal | $50.00 |
Roofing Material Change or Sheathing | $75.00 |
Certificate of Occupancy | $50.00 |
Certificate of Occupancy (temporary) | $30.00 |
Tennis Courts | $100.00 |
Swimming Pools | $100.00 |
Special Permits, Variances, Appeals | $200.00 |
COMMERCIAL PERMITS | FEES |
Certificate of Occupancy (for business transfers) | $100.00 |
Commercial Building Annual Inspection | $100.00 |
Inspections Required for Code Violations (per site visit) | $50.00 - paid on site |
Special Permits, Variances, Appeals | $200.00 |
ELECTRICAL - WIRING INSPECTOR | FEES |
New House (includes three inspections) | $100.00 |
All Others (per inspection) | $45.00 |
PLUMBING, GAS, OIL BURNER, FUEL TANK, PROPANE TANK | FEES |
Includes two traps or fixture | $45.00 |
Additional traps or fixtures | $7.00 each |
All additional inspections (if required) | $45.00 |
Go to DOCUMENT CENTER for Building & Zoning Regulations, Forms and Applications