Office of Planning & Building
Office of Planning & Building
19 Moore Street
Belmont, MA 02478
commdev@belmont-ma.gov
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The Building Division oversees and inspects all building construction within the Town. Any building work beyond the scope of ordinary repair requires a building permit. These construction activities are regulated by the Massachusetts State Building Code. The Code is enforced and interpreted in Belmont by the Inspector of Buildings. Any questions or requests for clarification can be made by calling 617-993-2664 or by going to the office directly.
The Electrical Division inspector's office hours are from Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–8:30 a.m.; he conducts inspections from 8:30 p.m.–11:30 a.m. If you would like to speak with him or schedule an inspection, please call 617-993-2661 during his office hours.
The Plumbing and Gas Division inspector's office hours are Monday-Thursday from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.; he conducts inspections from 1:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m. If you would like to speak with him or schedule an inspection, please call 617-993-2662 during his office hours.
The Planning Division provides professional "in-house" planning services to the Town offering guidance on land use issues to the Board of Selectmen and the Town Administrator. The division staffs the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals, and other temporary land use study committees established by the Town. The division represents the Town at regional and state meetings involving land use matters. The division also works closely with other town departments seeking grants for historic preservation, affordable housing, open space, and transportation.
The Engineering Division provides information on sanitary sewers and storm drains and is the keeper of records of house plans and street layouts. The division is responsible for the development, design, and construction oversight of all major roadway construction under the Pavement Management Program. The Division is also responsible for the development, design, and construction oversight of all major sanitary sewer and storm drain rehabilitation projects. The division also provides technical assistance with other special projects.
To email a staff contact please click their name below
Staff Contacts
| Name | Title | Phone |
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| Christopher Ryan | Director and Town Planner | (617) 993-2650 |
| Ara Yogurtian | Inspector of Buildings | (617) 993-2650 |