Why do I have to get a building permit?

Orleans zoning by-laws regulate the allowed uses in each of the town's zones and require a permit to indicate that your project will be in compliance with the by-laws. Likewise, Massachusetts State Building Code requires a permit to indicate that your building project has been designed to comply with safety standards outlined in the state building code.

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1. What kind of building projects require a permit?
2. Why do I have to get a permit to do things on my property?
3. Why do I have to get a building permit?