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Application for Permits
Bridgewater uses an online permitting system for all applications submitted to and reviewed by the Building Department.
First-time applicants must register before applying for a permit. If this is your first time applying, please review the online application instructions before submitting.
Permitting Information
- The Town of Bridgewater uses an electronic permitting system.
- Contractors and homeowners must apply online.
- To prevent delays in processing, please make sure applications are complete before submission.
- Applicants may pay for permits online. A small convenience fee applies.
- Paper applications are accepted; however, an additional $50 administrative fee will apply.
- Archived physical files may require up to 48 hours for retrieval. Please call the office before visiting.
- Archived electronic permit information is also available through the online system.
Important: All permits must be paid in full.
All permits are mailed to the address listed in Section 4 of the application unless otherwise requested.
A permit card must be in hand before any work may begin. Failure to comply may result in a triple permit fee penalty.
To arrange pickup of a permit card, please contact the Building Department at 508-697-0904.
Zoning Determination
To request a zoning determination, applicants must complete the Zoning Determination Request Form and return it to the Building Department.
Zoning Determination Request Form