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Marlborough to require building, electrical and gas permits for new generator installations starting Jan. 1, 2026
Summary
Selectmen were told the town will require building, electrical and gas permits for residential and commercial generator installations beginning Jan. 1, 2026; the change was announced during routine business updates.
During routine business at the Dec. 5 meeting, Selectman Pitt reported that beginning Jan. 1, 2026, generator installations in Marlborough will require building, electrical and gas permits.
The update was presented as part of Selectman Pitt’s report on Land Use Board activity and upcoming zoning amendment work. The board did not debate or vote on the permitting change at this meeting; the announcement served to inform staff and the public of the new permitting requirements and effective date.
Town officials did not provide further details about application fees, inspection protocols or whether the rule applies retroactively to in-progress installations; those details were not specified in the meeting minutes.
Next steps: implementation details and any updated permit forms or application instructions will be handled by the Building and Electrical departments ahead of the Jan. 1 effective date.
