TOWN OF WEST STOCKBRIDGE

MASSACHUSETTS  01266

When is a Building Permit Necessary?

New Structure………………………………………………. Yes
New Addition……………………………………………….. Yes
New Roofing Shingles on Existing Structure………………. No
New Roof Sheathing on Existing Structure………………… Yes
New Roofing Material (i.e. shakes, slate, tile)……………… Yes
New Interior Partitions in Existing Structure………………. Yes
New Sheetrock in Existing Structure………………………. Yes
Painting an Existing Structure……………………………… No
New Steps to an Existing Structure………………………… Yes
New Deck on an Existing Structure………………………… Yes
New Windows on an Existing Structure……………………. Yes
Replacement Windows on an Existing Structure…………… No
New Foundation on an Existing Structure………………….. Yes
New Chimney or Fireplace on Existing Structure…………... Yes
Installation of Woodstove in Existing Structure……………. Yes
New Doorway (w/framing) in an Existing Structure……….. Yes
New Staircase in an Existing Structure……………………... Yes
New Siding on an Existing Structure………………………. No
Demolition…………………………………………………. Yes
New Kitchen Cabinets in an Existing Structure…………… No
New Countertops in an Existing Structure…………………. No
New Floors or Floor Covering in an Existing Structure…… No
New Plaster in an Existing Structure……………………….. Yes
New Outbuildings (barns, garages, sheds, etc.)……………. Yes
Installation of Insulation in Existing Structure…………….. No
Moving an Existing Structure……………………………… Yes
 

Building Permit Information

Directory of Municipal Officials:

Board of Health      Earl Moffatt, Chairman
232-7048      Ogden Gigli
(Town Hall, 2nd fl.)     Ellen Greer
Hours: by appt.

Conservation Commission     Ed Desaulniers, Chairman (232-4213)
232-0313       John Masiero, Jr.
(Town Hall, 2nd fl.)     Chris Williams
Hours: by appt.      James Vosburgh
       Ed Denham

Fire Inspector      Ron Race
232-0132
Hours: by appt.

Gas Inspector      Earl Moffatt
232-
Hours: by appt.

Board of Assessors
232-0303      John Astore, Chairman
(Town Hall, 2nd floor)     Irene Skorput
Hours: Tues. 9:30 AM-12:30; 7:00 – 9:00 PM  Amy Butterworth
            Thurs. 9:30 AM – 12:30

Highway Department     Curt Wilton, Superintendent
232-0305
(Highway Garage, behind Fire Station, Pittsfield Rd.)

Office of the Building Inspector    Jim Vosburgh, Building Inspector
232-0313 (building inspt)     Walt Potash, Asst. Building Inspt./
243-4447 (asst. bldg. inspt.)    Zoning Enforcement Officer
(Town Hall, 2nd floor)
Hours: Mons. 7:00 PM

Town Clerk (street/house numbers)    Tina Skorput Cooper
232-0300
(Town Hall, 2nd floor)
Hours: Mon. 4pm- 8 pm  Tues/Thurs  10am-3pm

Plumbing Inspector     Peter Negrini
232-4397
(by appt.)

Wiring Inspector      Karl G.Cooper, Jr.
232-0244
(by appt.)

Administrative Assistant (general information)  Mark Webber
232-0319
(Town Hall, 2nd floor)
Hours: Mon., Wed., Fri., 8:30-4:30
 
 

Town of West Stockbridge
Building Permit Procedure and Application
I. TO OBTAIN A BUILDING PERMIT, YOU MUST HAVE:

1.  Building Permit Application
Contact: Jim Vosburgh, Building Inspector  232-0313
  Walter Potash, Zoning Enforcement Officer 243-4447
    Tina Skorput Cooper, Town Clerk  232-0300
    Mark Webber, Admin. Asst.   232-0319
2.  Driveway Permit (for new driveways or substantial alteration of existing drives)
Contact: Curt Wilton, Highway Superintendent  232-0305

3.    Source of Water and Method of Sewage Disposal (for new construction and/or when bedrooms are added)
 Contact: Board of Health     232-7048

4. Building Plans and Specifications with Certified Plot Plan Showing Location of Structures (existing and proposed), Septic Tank (if applicable) and Well (if applicable).

5. Assessment Lot #, Book, and Page
Contact: Board of Assessors    232-0303

6. Determination of wetlands applicability.
Contact: Ed Desaulniers, Conservation Commission 232-4213

7. Street number (if applicable)
Contact: Tina Skorput Cooper, Town Clerk  232-0300

II. HOW DO I GET MY PERMIT PROCESSED?

1. Fill out all the information on Page 1 of the application.
2. Sign the application on Page 2.
3. Circulate the application for review/approval to the Inspectors and/or Boards listed on Page 2 of the application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to circulate and obtain signatures.
4. Signatures do not necessary have to be obtained in the order listed on the application, however, the Board of Selectmen will not sign an application until everyone listed above them has signed off and the Building Inspector will not sign until the Selectmen have signed.
5. If you are unsure which or if all reviews/approvals are required for your particular project, contact the Board of Selectmen at 232-0319 or the Building Inspector at 232-0313.

When all signatures/approvals have been obtained, applicants may meet with the Building Inspector each Monday evening beginning at 7:00 PM in his office on the 2nd floor of the Town Hall, 9 Main Street for final review, fee processing and approvals.
 
 

III. AFTER BUILDING PERMIT IS ISSUED, YOU MUST:

1. Call for an inspection of foundation footings prior to constructing walls and backfilling and at various stages during construction as per Building Inspector.
Contact: Walter Potash    243-4447

2. Obtain a permit from the Plumbing Inspector.
Contact: Peter Negrini    232-4397

3. Obtain a permit from the Wiring Inspector.
Contact: Karl Cooper    232-0244

4. Inspection of building by Plumbing and Wiring Inspectors after plumbing and wiring has been roughed in and before studding is covered.

5. Final check on work by Wiring Inspector and Plumbing Inspector when building is substantially completed.  Building Inspector must also inspect building and sign a Certificate of Occupancy before building can be occupied.
 
 
 

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COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS

TOWN OF WEST STOCKBRIDGE
OFFICE OF THE BUILDING INSPECTOR

Application for Building Permit or Allowable Use Change
In accordance with the provisions of the Massachusetts Building Code, the Zoning by-laws, the Sub-division Control Law, and the Regulations of the Board of Health and Conservation Commission, I hereby apply for a Building or Use Permit for the below named premises, or site located at the following address:

Street and Number ________________________________________________________________
Assessment Lot Number ____________________ Book __________________ Page ___________
Name of Owner ___________________________ Architect _______________________________
Contractor ______________________________ License No. ______________________________
Address ________________________________ Telephone _______________________________

Type of Improvement    General Information
 ______ New Building    ______ Present Use
 ______ Addition     ______ Type of Heat
 ______ Alteration    ______ Installing any Solar Heat (other than
                   passive)?
 ______ Remodeling or Replacement  ______ Type of Sewage Disposal
 ______ Removal     ______ Type of Water Supply
 ______ Moving; Relocating   ______ Air Conditioning
 ______ Chimney; Fireplace   ______ Other (specify)
 ______ Wood Stove    ______ Estimated Cost
 ______ Other (specify)    ______ Fee

Proposed Use:
Residential     Non-residential
______ One-family    ______ Industrial
______ Multi-family    ______ Commercial
______ Transient Hotel, Motel   ______ Educational
______ Garage     ______ Other
______ Other (specify)    ______ Number of off-street parking spaces

Type of Construction    Dimensions – Plans
______ Masonry (bearing wall)     ______ Number of Stories
______ Wood Frame    ______ Sq. Ft. (1st floor)
______ Structural Steel    ______ Sq. Ft. (2nd floor)
______ Reinforced Concrete   ______ Total Sq. Ft.
______ Other (specify)    ______ Plans and Specifications (if applicable)

Submit a Plot Plan for all types of new construction (outside of existing footprints) showing the location of the structure, giving dimensions, lot size, distances of frontage setback from the road right of way, distances to side and rear property lines, and driveway location.  Locate all existing buildings and give accurate distances between buildings and distances from property lines.
Submit five (5) copies of application, five (5) copies of plot plan and one (1) copy of construction plans and specifications, if applicable.  Submit a check for the fee (Payable to the Town of West Stockbridge) of twenty-five dollars ($25.) plus twenty cents ($.20) per sq. ft. of structure area (incl. all porches and decks). {A discounted  fee of $25. plus $.05 per square foot applies to those who can demonstrate that the permit is for low and moderate income housing or that the applicant is a non-profit developing affordable rental housing}.  Send/deliver check with completed application to the Building Inspector, Town of West Stockbridge, 9 Main Street, West Stockbridge, MA 01266.

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Plot Plan and Construction Drawings:

 All applications must be accompanied by a plot plan and construction drawings.  All plot plans must show the proposed use, exact location of structure(s) on lot, distance of structure(s) from all lot lines, lot size, frontage, location of septic field and well (if any), streams, ponds, and other wetland areas.  Accessory buildings must be clearly marked and identified as to dimensions, location and building material.

State and Local Laws and By-laws:

 The Town of West Stockbridge strictly enforces the provisions of the Massachusetts State Building Codes, the Zoning By-laws, and other laws and regulations relative to the protection of public health and safety.  The applicant is responsible for adherence to all of the above and failure to adhere to these measures may result in the revocation of the building permit.

Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act:

 Any proposed alteration of land within 100 feet of most wetland or flood prone areas requires the submission of a Request for Determination of Applicability to the Conservation Commission.  The Commission, at a public meeting, will determine whether or not the proposed activity will impact the wetland.  If the Commission determines that the activity will not impact a wetland, the applicant may proceed under the terms of the building permit.  If the Commission determines that the proposed activity will impact a wetland, the applicant shall be required to file a Notice of Intent and receive and Order of Conditions from the Commission.  Any submissions to the Conservation Commission must be filed prior to the commencement of work.

By signing this application, the applicant acknowledges that he or she has read and fully understands it.

Signature of Applicant ________________________  Date _____________

Town of West Stockbridge reviews/approvals:

Highway Superintendent ____________________   Date approved ___________

Conservation Commission ____________________   Date reviewed ___________

Zoning Enforcement Officer (zoning compliance) _________________Date reviewed ___________

Town Clerk (street number, if applicable) ___________________ Date reviewed ___________

Board of Health _______________________   Date reviewed ___________

Chief of Police (safety) _____________________   Date reviewed ___________

Fire Chief (safety) __________________    Date reviewed ___________

Board of Selectmen ___________________    Date reviewed ___________

Signature of Building Inspector  ______________________ Date Approved _____________
 

Certified plot plan must be attached to this application.
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