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The Town of Randolph Building Department shall place the public's welfare above all other interests and in doing so, we recognize that the chief function of this governmental department is to serve the best interests of all of the people of the Town.
Recognizing the public's trust bestowed upon individuals engaged in the administration and enforcement of building and regulatory codes, the Randolph Building Department commits itself to a standard of professional behavior that exemplifies the highest standard of competency and the appropriate use of authority to protect the public.
In our case, public trust is especially important. Our effectiveness can be measured only in the number of construction accidents, building collapses, and fire deaths that did not happen. The disastrous effects of unsafe buildings, hazards, and natural disasters, such as fires, floods, earthquakes, and hurricanes can be minimized through effective enforcement of 780 CMR, The State Building Code. The importance of what we do is not easily grasped.
We are a public safety department that enforces: 780 CMR, The State Building Code; MGL, Chapter 143, Sections 3 through 61; MGL, Chapter 142A; 521 CMR, The Architectural Access Regulations; MGL, Chapter 40A, The Zoning Act; Town of Randolph Zoning By-laws and the General Bylaws of the Town (specific sections). Simply put, we examine plans, issue permits, and perform inspections to comply with the laws of the Town as well as the Commonwealth.
Apply for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) online at the link below:
Documents
Accessory Dwelling Units
- Can I rent out my ADU?
- What is an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)?
- How large can the ADU be?
- How many bedrooms can I have in the ADU?
- Who can live in the ADU?
- I would like to have an ADU on my property. Where can I apply?
- What are the laws regarding ADU’s
- I already have an accessory unit on my property; is it valid?
- I didn’t find a Special Permit or building permits for my unit. What happens next?
- What happens during an inspection?
- Will I need a land survey (plot plan)?
- Will I have to install sprinklers or other fire suppression systems?
- Will I need separate utilities and meters for the ADU?
- Can I use my existing water/sewer utility connections for the new ADU unit?
- What fees will I pay to build my ADU?
- Do I need a new address for my ADU?
- Will my property taxes increase?
- Can I have a trash bin and recycling bin for my ADU?
- Are there grants or loans in Randolph to help me to build an ADU?
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Ronald Lum
Building Commissioner
Office Hours:
Morning Hours: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Afternoon Hours: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Julia Hollingsworth
Principal Clerk Inspectional Services
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Hours of Operation
Building Department Office:
Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Inspectors' Hours:
Building Inspector:
Tues, Wed, Fri - 8:30a – 4:30p
Electrical Inspector:
Mon, Wed, Thurs
Call before 9:00a for inspections
Electrical Solar Inspector:
Tues, Thurs
Call before 9:00a for inspections
Plumbing Inspector:
Mon, Wed, Thurs
Call before 9:00a for inspectionsTown Hall Address
41 South Main Street (Second Floor)
Randolph, MA 02368Office Contact Numbers
Phone: 781-961-0921
Fax: 781-961-0980