Painting a home in Provincetown, MA

Do you need approval to paint a house in Provincetown?

Before you hire a painter in Provincetown, know that the bylaw we read lists paint color as a categorical exclusion.

Sources: Provincetown General Bylaws ch.15 Local Historic District (amendments through 2009)

• The local district boundary is identical to the National Register district (map of December 4, 2002). Source: Provincetown General Bylaws ch.15 Local Historic District (amendments through 2009), p. 15-3
• Categorical exclusion 15-9-1-2 is the color of paint; the guidelines list color of paint or finish as exempt. Source: Provincetown General Bylaws ch.15 Local Historic District (amendments through 2009), p. 6, 8
• Clapboards, cedar shingles, board and batten and flush board are the predominant siding; synthetic siding is reviewed case by case, and alternative window trim may be permitted. Source: Provincetown General Bylaws ch.15 Local Historic District (amendments through 2009), p. 10-12
• Buildings under 50 years old are exempt unless alterations affect more than 25% of a facade. Source: Provincetown General Bylaws ch.15 Local Historic District (amendments through 2009), p. 6
• Part of Provincetown is in the Cape Cod National Seashore; the federal rule has no color rule. Source: 36 CFR 27.3 Cape Cod National Seashore, Seashore District

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