This page contains various permit applications, forms and checklists. Most larger developments or redevelopments will require a Level 2 Unified Permit. Please
check with DEC staff about the appropriate permit form and application for your project (978-772-8831).
Public office hours are generally 8:30AM–4:30PM, Monday-Friday.
Note: As of January 1, 2024, all construction permits and select miscellaneous permits are now available to submit on-line at:
https://devensec.portal.opengov.com/.
If you do not have an OpenGov account, you can create one at the same link for free. If you need any assistance in navigating this system,
feel free to call us at
- Unified Permits
– Level 1 Unified Permit Application
– Level 2 Unified Permit Application
– Level 2 Unified Permit Checklist
– Industrial Performance Standards Checklist for Level 2 Unified Permits
– Complete Level 2 Permitting Package
– Submission Schedule
- Construction Permits
– Building Permit Application
– Electrical Permit Application
– Plumbing Permit Application
– Gas Permit Application
– Sheet Metal Permit Application
– Demolition Permit Application
– Solid Waste Recycling and Management Plan for Demolition Projects
– Fee Schedule: Electric, Plumbing and Gas
– DEC Renewable Energy Project Reduced Fee Schedule
– Generator Guidelines - Miscellaneous Permits and Forms
– Certificate of Occupancy Request Form
– Event Permit Application
– 1-Day Alcoholic Beverages License Application
– Tent Permit Application
– Raffle Permit Application
– Complaint Form
– Devens Filming Guidelines and Application
– Historic District Project Notification Form
– New Tenant Occupancy Request Form
Please note, separate permits may be required from the Devens Fire Department prior to commencement of your project. Click here to view the list of permits issued by the Devens Fire Department. Any questions related to these permits may be directed to the Devens Fire Department at
978.772.4600.