Permits & Regulations

The Permit Submission & Issuance Process has been modified due to the COVID-19 Outbreak. The following information is effective immediately. Please read it carefully as many procedures & requirements have changed. The Public Works office at 125 Locust Street is not open to the public until further notice. {last updated June 11, 2020}

Application & Fee Process

As part of the city’s response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, there are new standards that need to be met before Public Works can issue any permits.

Policies & Procedures

Northampton’s Board of Health has implemented the following policies and procedures for all construction sites and construction workers in Northampton:

• COVID-19 Mandatory Policies and Procedures for all Construction Sites and Construction Workers (pdf)
• Employee Handout - COVID-19 Mandatory Policies and Procedures for all Construction Sites and Construction Workers (pdf)

Fees

All fee schedules shall include the cost of any protective equipment provided by the city to its inspectors and used during an inspection of the project.

Permit & Fee Submission

All permit applications must be submitted electronically to dpwinfo@northamptonma.gov.  All payments must be made by check through the mail or brought to a new lock box at 125 Locust Street.

Permit Review & Approval

Permit applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Please expect delays.

Contact Information

All inquiries regarding permits can be made to 413-587-1570 x4303 or dpwinfo@northamptonma.gov.