Lynn, Massachusetts Building Codes

Building Codes References

• Massachusetts has adopted a statewide building code. For additional information about the state building code, visit the Board of Building Regulations and Standards (BBRS).
Code TypeCode ModelAmendment Contact
Building/Dwelling CodeMass. State Building Code, 7th EditionState House Bookstore,
(617) 727-2834
Structural CodeMass. State Building Code, 7th EditionState House Bookstore,
(617) 727-2834
Plumbing CodeMass. State Plumbing CodeState House Bookstore,
(617) 727-2834
Mechanical CodeMass. State Mechanical CodeState House Bookstore,
(617) 727-2834
Electrical CodeMass. Electrical CodeState House Bookstore,
(617) 727-2834
Accessibility CodeArchitectural Access Regulations, CMR 521State House Bookstore,
(617) 727-2834
Energy CodeASHRAE 90.1 [Mass. State Building Code, Article 13 (780 CMR)]State House Bookstore,
(617) 727-2834

Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)

Authorities Having Jurisdiction are those government officials who are the final authority on questions in a particular area (or jurisdiction).
Jurisdictional AreaContact
StructuralMichael Donovan
Inspectional Services Chief
Phone: (781) 598-4000
PlumbingMichael Donovan
Inspectional Services Chief
Phone: (781) 598-4000
MechanicalMichael Donovan
Inspectional Services Chief
Phone: (781) 598-4000
ElectricalMichael Donovan
Inspectional Services Chief
Phone: (781) 598-4000
Fire MarshalFire Department
Phone: (781) 593-1234
City AttorneyMichael Barry
City Solicitor
Phone: (781) 598-4000
Public WorksJay Fink
Commissioner
Phone: (781) 477-7099
Parks/RecreationJay J. Fink, P.E.
Commissioner
Phone: (781) 477-7096
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