Code Enforcement and Planning Board approval is required to erect, alter, repair or change the use of any structure or land consistent with the above parameters, please feel free to contact the Code Enforcement Office for assistance in determining the required level of review. Click on the following links for…

We have a listing of fees involved with City Permits. The schedule is attached to this document. Please click here to download a copy of our fee schedule.

Depending on the project you are undertaking, you may need a permit. You can determine this by reading City Ordinances pertaining to your project. If you have any question, please call the Code Enforcement Office at 207-667-4910 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript…

We are excited you are considering the City of Ellsworth for your company to prosper in. Whether you are contemplating opening a new business or relocating your business within the city, large or small, a business license is required to operate within the City of Ellsworth. Depending on the type…

A permit is required to install a private wastewater disposal system, including but not limited to a new, replacement, expanded, experimental or seasonal conversion system. A permit is also required for individually installed components of such systems. *Subsurface Wastewater Disposal System Applications are usually provided to you by your site…

Planning Board approval is required to develop or divide one lot or structure into three (3) or more lots and or units in any five year period. A division may be accomplished by sale, lease, development, buildings, or otherwise. Unified Development Ordinance, Ellsworth Subdivision Ordinance, MDOT, MDEP, State Fire Marshal,…

A permit is required to open a city street, state road, and or sidewalk. Complete this permit for city streets and or sidewalks. Contact the Maine Department of Transportation (MDOT) for state road opening permits at 207-941-4500. If you need assistance in the determination of a city or state road,…

An application is required to obtain a street name. Submit to Ellsworth Assessing Office. Submit application to: City of Ellsworth Assessing Office, 1 City Hall Plaza, Ellsworth, ME 04605 or call 207-667-8674 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Required Inspections…

An application is required to obtain a street name. Submit to Ellsworth Assessing Office. Submit application to: City of Ellsworth Assessing Office, 1 City Hall Plaza, Ellsworth, ME 04605 or call 207-667-8674 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Required Inspections…

A permit is required to erect, alter and or replace signs visible to the public from a public way. The Maine Department of Transportation issues Official Business Directional Sign Permit(s) upon the City of Ellsworth authorizing the location of the sign request, per Sign Ordinance – Section 9 General Restrictions.…