Accessory Structure Notice and Self-verification

Are you building a garage, barn, shed, or other accessory structure with an existing dwelling (house or camp) or commercial building? These structures often do not require a permit, but still must meet certain land use standards. Before beginning construction, property owners must complete this self-verification form indicating that the structure will comply with the relevant rules.

***Important Notice*** Accessory Dwelling Units

LUPC Statement Regarding Recent News Coverage of LD 1829 and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)*
LD 1829 does not apply within the LUPC’s service area. The law established new housing density requirements under Title 30-A, which governs municipalities. Land use in the LUPC jurisdiction is governed separately under Title 12, and therefore, the standards in LD 1829 do not extend to the towns, plantations, and townships overseen by the Commission. If you are considering an ADU, contact your regional permitting representative to learn more about the standards and permitting requirements.

*ADU considerations will be part of the LUPC’s process to update its Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP), the LUPC’s guiding policy document. Updating the LUPC’s CLUP is a multi-year process involving input from a wide range of stakeholders across the state. The update process is currently in the planning stage. Rule revisions allowing ADUs where appropriate may originate from the CLUP update. Please subscribe to receive LUPC email notifications to stay informed of the CLUP process and other important matters.

Learn more about accessory structures

For more information, call the Land Use Planning Commission at (207) 287-2631.

How to complete your notice form:

To complete the Accessory Structure Notice and Self Verification Form, you will need access to the tax plan/lot numbers for your property. This can be obtained on the Maine Revenue Services webpage, town or plantation town office. The process has been successfully completed only when you have entered all of the required information and submitted the form.

Where Can You Get Help To Complete This Self-verification Form?

Call the LUPC office that serves your area and ask to speak to one of our regional representatives. Also, browse through our rules and regulations, recent publications, and other valuable information on our website.