Frequently Asked Questions

Animal Control

How do I contact the Animal Control Officer?

What is the licensing period and the fee for a dog license? (Newbury Bylaw Section 56, Animals):

Assessors Department

Where can I get a list of recent house sales?

When do taxpayers receive their bills?

I have recently built a home. Will the construction cost be used for my assessment?

Will my assessment go up if I repair my property?

Why are the measurements of my residence different from those made by the real estate agent?

Conservation Commission

When does the Conservation Commission meet?

How do I know if I need to get permits for my project? What kind of application do I need to file?

What do I do if I see a violation?

How can I buy a hunting or fishing license?

What do I do if beavers are flooding my property?

Council on Aging

What services are available to seniors?

Where is the Council on Aging office located?

When is the Newbury Council on Aging open?

Who do I speak with when I call?

What is the Council on Aging?

Finance Department

What is the role of the Finance Department in Newbury?

What hours is the Finance Department open?

Health Department

Where can I bring my yard refuse, such as leaves and brush?

Inspectional Services/Building Commissioner

When is a Building Permit Required?

What are the Towns Sign Regulations?

What are the rules governing in-law apartments in Newbury?

Police Department

What is a CodeRed Alert?

Public Works / Highway Department

When is a street opening permit required, and what is the procedure?

Who do I contact when there is a dead animal in the road?

How do I report a pothole?

Does the town provide sand or salt to residents?

The catch basin (storm drain) near my house is clogged. What should I do?

Select Board

I am interested in serving on a Board or Committee in the Town. How do I go about applying?

Town Clerk

Why do I need to License my Dog?