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Permit Requirements in Arlington, MA (2026)

1 verified permit requirements rules for Arlington, Massachusetts, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Shed & Outbuilding Permits

Arlington requires a building permit for accessory structures larger than 200 square feet under the 2018 IRC. Sheds must observe 3-foot side and 5-foot rear setbacks from property lines and may not exceed 15 feet in ridge height. Permits are filed through Arlington Online Permitting (OpenGov portal) and reviewed by Inspectional Services.

Arlington, MA Shed Permit Rules

Some Restrictions

Looking for Middlesex County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Arlington city rules.

Permit Requirements in Middlesex County