Building Department
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Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Phone: 203-468-3216
How to Reach Us
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The Building Department for the Town of East Haven enforces State of Connecticut Building Codes. The Building Official stringently adheres to those codes to ensure the safety of all those who live in the Town of East Haven. The Building Official's goal is to make certain that construction within the Town meets the highest possible standards. The Building Department maintains files for all buildings within the Town, issues permits, inspects all phases of construction, and offers information to assist the residents and contractors. Through the Building Official's efforts, a safe environment is maintained townwide.
Applicants can now print forms from their home or office. It is recommended that you bring the completed forms/applications to the East Haven Building Department in the lower level of Town Hall or mail in applications to Building Department, 250 Main Street, East Haven, CT. Do not mail in payments at this time. Applications must be submitted for review and approval prior to payment. Make sure to call before you dig prior to starting your project.
Responsibilities
The Building Department is responsible for:
- Enforcing the Connecticut State Building Code as mandated by Connecticut General Statutes Section 29-253.
- Working closely with various Town offices to see that all departmental regulations are satisfied.
- Issue Certificates of Use and Occupancy.
- Issue of permits for:
- new construction
- renovations (commercial and residential)
- electrical
- plumbing
- heating
- roofing and siding
- swimming pools
- demolition
All construction is monitored by the Building Official. Compliance with these regulations ensures public safety, health, and welfare insofar as they are affected by building construction, renovation, or demolition.
Staff Contacts
Name | Title | Phone |
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Roberta DeLuca | Administrative Assistant | 203-468-3217 rdeluca@townofeasthavenct.org |