Frequently Asked Questions
Below you will find information that might help you understand how to find things or learn about information you might need to know about your city or town.
Example FAQs (for Training)
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Example FAQs (for Training)
You need a building permit for all construction that involves the construction, repair, movement to another site, removal, or demolition of any building or structure. All electrical, plumbing and mechanical work needs a separate permit for each trade. The price of the permit is calculated using the cost of the construction. View our Permits, Applications and Procedures.
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Example FAQs (for Training)
Work on a project may not legally begin before a permit is obtained and on the work site.
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Example FAQs (for Training)
Water heater applications are processed at the counter.
Assessing
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No, tax bills are mailed to the property owner only. It is the property owner's responsibility to forward the bill to their mortgage holders.
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Assessing
Per State Law, taxes are assessed to the owner of record as of April 1. If you have sold your property since April 1, it is your responsibility to forward the bill to the current property owner.
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Pro-ration of taxes between buyers and sellers does not involve the Town. Monies can be collected for taxes at the time of closing and appear on the closing statement but may not be paid to the Town. It is a good idea to check with the Town about property tax status soon after the purchase of property.