The Town of Buckfield provides a variety of municipal services to residents, property owners, businesses, and visitors. Use this page to quickly find information about registrations, licenses, permits, property taxes, elections, public records, assistance programs, and other commonly requested Town services.
Online Services
Many services can be completed online without visiting the Town Office.
- Find your Tax Bill
- Apply for a Burn Permit
- Renew a Dog License
- Register an ATV or Snowmobile
- Renew a Boat Registration
- Renew a Motor Vehicle Registration - Rapid Renewal
- Request Vital Records
- Submit a Freedom of Access Act Request
Permits & Applications
Various activities within the Town of Buckfield may require a municipal or state permit.
Common permits and applications may include:
- Building permits
- Plumbing permits
- Shoreland zoning permits
- Driveway or entrance permits
- Planning Board applications
- Land use applications
- Open burning permits
- Transfer Station permits
- Other licenses or permits required by Town ordinance or State law
Permit applications can be found on our Documents page or can be picked up at the Town Office.
Permit requirements vary depending on the project. Property owners are encouraged to contact the Code Enforcement Officer or Town Office before beginning construction, development, or other regulated activities.
Property & Tax Services
Property owners can access information and assistance regarding:
- Property tax bills
- Tax payments
- Tax commitment information
- Property assessment records
- Property cards
- Homestead Exemption applications
- Veterans Property Tax Exemptions
- Blind Exemptions
- Current Use programs
- Property valuation questions
- Tax maps
- Poverty Abatement applications
Questions regarding property valuation should be directed to the Town’s Assessor, while questions regarding tax payments should be directed to the Town Clerk/Tax Collector.
Elections & Voting
The Town Clerk administers municipal, state, and federal elections for Buckfield voters.
Election-related services include:
- Registering to vote
- Updating voter registration information
- Requesting an absentee ballot
- Returning absentee ballots
- Obtaining election information
- Candidate nomination information
- Municipal election information
- Town Meeting information
- Locating election results
Election notices, deadlines, polling hours, and other important information are posted on the Town website as elections approach.
Marriage Licenses
Residents of the State of Maine shall record a notice of their intentions to marry in the office of the clerk of the municipality in which at least one of them resides. If only one of the parties resides in Maine, the parties shall record a notice of their intentions to marry in the office of the clerk of the municipality in which the resident party resides. Once the intentions are filed and the license is issued, the parties are free to marry anywhere within the State of Maine. The license is valid for a period of 90 days from the date the intentions are filed. Out-of-State Residents must file their intentions to marry in any municipal office. Once the intentions are filed and the license is issued, the parties are free to marry anywhere within the State of Maine. The license is valid for a period of 90 days from the date the intentions are filed.
Requirements:
1. Intentions of Marriage
Couples must complete an Intentions of Marriage Application (VS2-A).
Both signatures must be acknowledged before an official authorized to take oaths, e.g. Notary Public, Municipal Clerk, etc.
The Marriage license is valid for 90 days from the date the intentions are filed.
No blood tests are required.
2. Filing Fee
The filing fee is $40 ($20 per applicant).
3. Previous Marriage(s)
If either party has been previously married, a certified copy of the death or divorce decree, whichever ended the previous marriage, must be presented to the clerk prior to the processing of the marriage license.
A certified copy of a divorce decree may be obtained from the clerk of courts in the county where the divorce was filed. The clerk of courts will certify the document using an embossed seal. A certified copy of a death certificate may be obtained from the clerk in the town of the place of death. The clerk will certify the document using an embossed seal. Photocopies are not accepted.
Once the marriage license is completed by the Officiant legally qualified to perform a marriage in Maine, and signed by two witnesses, the Officiant is required to file the license within 7 working days of the ceremony with the clerk where the license was issued.
Marriage Certificates are available once the license has been filed at the town office.
- $15 for one copy
- $6 for each additional copy
Records & Vital Records
The Town maintains a variety of municipal and vital records.
Vital Records
Certified copies of certain records may be available for:
- Births
- Marriages
- Deaths
State law limits access to some vital records. Identification and documentation establishing eligibility may be required.
Public Records
Many municipal records are available for public inspection under Maine’s Freedom of Access Act.
Residents may submit a request for records to the Town’s FOAA Officer. Depending on the size and complexity of the request, copying, research, or staff-time fees may apply as permitted by Maine law.
Other commonly requested records include:
- Select Board agendas and minutes
- Town Meeting records
- Ordinances
- Municipal policies
- Tax records
- Assessing records
- Election records
General Assistance & Resident Support
The Town of Buckfield administers the State of Maine General Assistance program for eligible individuals and families experiencing financial hardship.
General Assistance may provide temporary assistance with certain basic necessities when program eligibility requirements are met.
The Town also maintains information about local, regional, and statewide organizations that provide assistance with:
- Food
- Housing
- Heating and fuel
- Health care
- Mental health services
- Domestic violence resources
- Veterans services
- Senior services
- Transportation
- Other social services
Residents seeking assistance may contact the Town Office to schedule an appointment with the General Assistance Administrator.
Roads & Public Works
The Town maintains approximately 40 miles of local roads and provides road maintenance services throughout the year.
Public Works services include:
- Winter road maintenance
- Snow and ice control
- Road grading
- Ditching
- Culvert maintenance
- Road reconstruction
- Roadside maintenance
- Sign maintenance
- Other municipal infrastructure work
Residents wishing to report a road condition, drainage problem, damaged sign, culvert issue, or other public works concern may contact the Town Office.
For emergencies involving an immediate threat to public safety, call 911.
Transfer Station & Solid Waste
Buckfield and Sumner residents are served by the Buckfield-Sumner Solid Waste Facility.
Residents can find information regarding:
- Transfer Station hours
- Household trash
- Recycling
- Bulky waste
- Metal disposal
- Universal waste
- Electronic waste
- Brush and other accepted materials
- Items that are not accepted
- Commercial waste hauler requirements
- Facility closures or service interruptions
Residents should review current disposal requirements before bringing unusual or large items to the facility.
Emergency Services
The Town of Buckfield works with local and regional public safety agencies to provide emergency response and preparedness services for residents and visitors.
Emergency services include:
- Fire protection and emergency response
- Rescue and emergency medical services
- Law enforcement
- Emergency Management
- Severe weather and disaster preparedness
- Emergency notifications and public safety information
For any police, fire, or medical emergency, call 911.
Residents can also visit the appropriate department page for contact information, non-emergency services, preparedness resources, and additional public safety information.
Animal Control
Animal Control services are available to address concerns involving domestic animals and certain animal-related complaints.
Residents may request a response from Animal Control regarding:
- Lost or found dogs
- Stray animals
- Animal complaints
- Dog licensing requirements
- Nuisance or dangerous dogs
- Animal welfare concerns
To contact Animal Control, please call Oxford County dispatch at (207) 743-9554, option 0.
For an animal-related emergency involving an immediate danger to people, call 911.
Cemetery Services
The Town of Buckfield maintains municipal cemetery records and provides information regarding cemetery operations.
Services may include:
Questions regarding cemetery records, burials, or municipal cemetery requirements may be directed to the Town Office.
Notary Services
Notary Public services are available at the Buckfield Town Office during regular business hours when an authorized Notary Public is available.
Please do not sign your document before arriving. Documents requiring notarization should be signed in the presence of the Notary.
A valid government-issued photo identification may be required.
Because notarial acts vary depending on the document, residents may wish to contact the Town Office before visiting to confirm that a Notary will be available.
Need Help Finding a Service?
Municipal government can involve many different departments, forms, and requirements. If you are unsure who to contact or what service you need, the Town Office can help.
Buckfield Town Office
34 Turner Street
Buckfield, Maine 04220
Phone: (207) 336-2521
Contact the Town Office and staff will help connect you with the appropriate department, official, form, or service.