BuildingPermitCost Maine permit fees at a glance
So far this page covers one Maine city, Biddeford, priced from its official fee schedule. A $75,000 addition costs $1,185.00 in Biddeford, 44% above the median of $820.58 across all places on this site.
Biddeford prices permits with a rate per $1,000 of project value and values projects using your contract or bid price.
| Project | Biddeford | National median | Places |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25,000 remodel | $435.00 | $380.00 | 1 |
| $75,000 addition | $1,185.00 | $820.58 | 1 |
| $350,000 new home | $5,310.00 | $2,918.63 | 1 |
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Cities
| Jurisdiction | $25k remodel | $75k addition | $350k new home | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biddeford | $435.00 | $1,185.00 | $5,310.00 | Nov 4, 2026 |
Maine permit fee questions
How much is a building permit in Maine?
It depends on the city or county, because each sets its own fees. In Biddeford, ME, the only Maine place we cover so far, a $75,000 addition is $1,185.00 and a $350,000 new home $5,310.00, including plan review and required surcharges.
Totals use each jurisdiction's own formula for a 300 sq ft remodel, a 400 sq ft addition and a 2,400 sq ft wood-frame home. Trade permits and conditional fees are not included. Fees are estimates based on the official schedules; confirm with the permit office before applying.