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Building Permits in Lawrence, Massachusetts

Part of Essex County.

We have not yet verified rules published by Lawrence itself. Below are the Massachusetts rules that apply, and where to ask.

Where to apply

Permits in Lawrence are issued by the city's building or planning department. If the city does not run its own permit office, Essex County handles applications.

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