This page contains links to all Devens Enterprise Commission permit applications.
Not sure what permit you need or how to navigate the system? Reach out to DEC staff at
Public office hours are generally 8:30AM–4:30PM, Monday-Friday.
- Level 1 Permits
The following permit* applications are on-line at: https://devensec.portal.opengov.com/.
– Building Permit Application
– Electrical Permit Application
– Plumbing Permit Application
– Gas Permit Application
– Sheet Metal Permit Application
– Demolition Permit Application
– Certificate of Occupancy Request Form
– Event Permit Application
– 1-Day Alcoholic Beverages License Application
– Tent Permit Application
– New Tenant Occupancy Request Form
– Level 1 Unified Permit Application
*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 at978.772.4600.
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 at978.772.8831.
For reference only, old paper applications forms are available at:
DEC Old Permit Application Forms - Level 1 Permit Application Fees
Application fees will be calculated on-line through Open Gov.
View a listing of fees here: Fee Schedule: Electric, Plumbing and Gas. - Level 2 Unified Permits
New development, redevelopment and building/parking lot expansion projects require a
Level 2 Unified Permit Application - Other Permits
The following permits are still in paper format and can be downloaded below and filed with the DEC office in person or via e-mail: dawnbabcock@devensec.com.
Please note all of the following applications must be submitted in both paper and pdf format:
– Raffle Permit Application (also refer to Devens Charitable Games Policy)
– Devens Filming Guidelines and Application
– Historic District Project Notification Form
- Construction Related Guidelines/Documents
Applicants should review the applicable documents below that relate to your project:
– Solid Waste Recycling and Management Plan for Demolition Projects
– Generator and Food Truck/Fryolator Guidelines
– Embodied Carbon Reduction Guidelines
– Devens Soil Management Policy
– Devens As-Built Policy
– Policy for Licensing and Storage of Flammables
– Recycling Guidance for Devens Businesses and Residents
Not sure which documents apply to your project?Contact us at 978.772.8831. - Miscellaneous Form
– Complaint Form