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Permit Forms & Fees

Williston's Permitting Procedures

In Williston, some types of work require only an administrative permit, which can be applied for and approved by the Zoning Administrator. Most commercial development, new residential subdivisions, and most work proposed in Williston Village must be reviewed by the Development Review Board before the Administrator can issue a permit. If you are unsure of what type of permit your project requires, please call us at 802-878-6704. Please also be advised that certain uses of land and new developments will be subject to other applicable town ordinances and specifications that are not part of Williston's Unified Development Bylaw. Planning and Zoning staff can help you navigate these requirements. 

Williston Permitting Process Steps

Discretionary Permit Process- Detailed

Administrative permit applications are generally reviewed on a weekly basis by the staff on Monday mornings. Discretionary permits are generally scheduled to be heard by the Development Review Board (DRB) five to six weeks after their date of submission. This time-frame allows adequate time for staff, interdepartmental, and advisory board review as well as legally required public and abutter notices. 

Permit Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)



Application Forms, Checklists, Fees

Fee Schedule (FY2027) In effect beginning July 1, 2026


Zoning Compliance Certification Form (Often required by Attorneys & Lenders for real estate closings or refinancing) 

Sign Permit Application Form 

Request Form for Inspection & Certificate of Occupancy (If required by approved Administrative Permit. Formerly known as 'Certificate of Compliance' renamed as of October 25, 2022.)  

Administrative Permit Application Form 

Administrative Permit Checklists: 

 

Appeal an Administrative Decision 

Notice of Appeal Form & Checklist

Forms for Historic Review in Williston Village 

Certificate of Appropriateness Application 



Boundary Line Adjustments

Note: Some boundary line adjustments must be approved by the Development Review Board via the Discretionary Permit process. Please contact Planning Staff before filing a boundary line adjustment application. 

Boundary Line Adjustment Form and Checklist



Peddler's Permit 
Note: The Peddler's Ordinance and Permit is managed by the Planning & Zoning Staff, but is ultimately a separate ordinance and authority than the Williston Unified Development Bylaw. 

Peddler's Permit Application

Peddler's Ordinance 

 

Special Event 

Special Events are known as "Temporary Events" and processed through the Manager's office.



Form-Based Code Application Forms & Checklists

Form-Based Code for the Taft Corners Form-Based Code Overlay District, and its "Certificate of Conformity" permit process, became effective on October 25, 2022. If you are interested in applying for a permit or have any questions about pending applications in the TCFBC, please contact the Planning and Zoning Staff at 802-878-6704. Major projects, such as the construction of a new commercial or residential building, are subject to Project Review Committee review and 'Public Records & Documents 🡢 Agendas & Minutes 🡢 Form-Based Code Certificates of Conformity & Project Review Committee', Minor project, such as a change-of-use or small addition can be found in the Administrative Permit SharePoint folder linked here

 


 

Discretionary Permit Application Forms & Checklists

Pre-Application Form Pre-Application Checklist 
Discretionary Permit Application Discretionary Permit Checklist 

Final Plan Checklist 

 


Final Plan Model Signature Block 

 
 

 


 

State Permit Information

State Permit Specialist for Williston (District 4):

Jeff McMahon 802-477-2241| jeff.mcmahon@vermont.gov

Do You Need A State Permit? Ask a State Permit Specialist!

Vermont State Permit Handbook


 

 

Boundary Line Adjustment

A boundary line adjustment is a revision to revision to property lines between two or more adjacent parcels, and creates no new separate lots or parcels. 

 
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