Building & Zoning Enforcement


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