About the Library

How do I suggest a book or other item for the library to purchase?
How do I get a library card?
How do I book a meeting room or study room?
How do I access the Internet at the Library?
How do I contact the Library?
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Assessor

What does the Assessing Department do?
How is my assessment determined?
What is Proposition 2 ½?
What if I disagree with the assessment of my property?
Is the abatement application period the same as the third quarter tax payment period?
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Board of Health

What is the lastest information related to the Outbreak of 2019 Novel Coronavirus ( 2019-nCov) ?
What is the latest information and recommendations related to Zika Virus?
When Can I get a flu shot?
How do I get a Certificate of Compliance for my septic system?
Do you have a copy of the Title 5 Inspection Report for my property?
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Building/Inspections Department

What will I need in order to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy?
Do I need a permit to erect a fence?
Do you have a copy of the plot plan / site plan for my property?
What are the building requirements for a particular zone?
What is the height restriction for a building and how is it measured?
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Citizen Resources

How do I sign up for Emergency Alerts?

Conservation Commission

What are your next few Conservation hearing dates and when do I have to have the filing submitted?
How do I know if I have to come before the Conservation Commission?
What will happen at the Conservation Commission meeting?
My project was approved at the Conservation Commission's public hearing last night, when can I start work?

Department of Public Works

Does the Town repair streetlights?
How do I get a copy of the Town's Assessors map?
Who do I call to request that my street to be plowed, sanded, bermed or repaired?
Who do I call about a damaged or dead tree?
How do I get a street opening permit?

Department of Veteran Services

Where do I bring an old Flag?
If I am enrolled with VA, what Health Benefits will I receive?
If I am enrolled in the VA health care system, what cost will there be for me?
Is this an insurance policy or an HMO?
Are there any restrictions on getting care in private facilities at VA expense?
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Fire Department

Fire Department FAQs

Planning Board

How do I add an Accessory Dwelling to my house?
There seem to be surveyor's flags and people coming and going near my property. How do I find out what's happening?
How can I influence plans for development near my property?
What do I do about flooding on my property?
Where do I get a copy of the plan showing my property?

Public Information

How do I obtain an FID Card or License to Carry a Firearm?
Domestic Violence FAQ's

Recreation Department

Where is the Recreation Department located?
What type of payment methods does the Recreation Department accept?
Can I still register for a program after registration day?

Scituate Housing Authority (SHA)

Lawson Green Development FAQs

Scituate Senior Center

► What kind of resources are available for my elderly parents?
► What type of activities do you have to offer at the Senior Center?
► My parents live in Scituate (I live out of state), they no longer drive. Do you offer any transportation for them and how much will it cost?
►I'm turning 65 and going on Medicare next month. What are my options for health insurance and when can I enroll?
► How do I apply for Fuel Assistance?

Sewer Division

What is Required When Selling a Property on Sewer?
What does it cost to tie into Town sewer?
How do I verify if my property is tied into Town Sewer or obtain a diagram of my sewer connection?
Will the Sewer Division fix my Sewer Backup Problem?
I am razing a property that is currently on Town sewer in order to build a new structure. Does the Sewer Division cap off the sewer line?
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Transfer Station

How do I get a Transfer Station (Dump) sticker?
Can I use my own trash bags or do I need to use the Towns "blue bags"?
What are the Transfer Station (Dump) hours?
Does the Town have a recycle program?

Treasurer / Collector

When are taxes due and what period of time does each quarter cover?
How much does a municipal lien certificate (MLC) cost?
I am the new owner of a property in Scituate, and want to know why my name is not on the bill or I sold my property in Scituate, and I am still receiving a tax bill?
Can the fees, and interest be waived on my tax bill since I never received a bill?
When will I receive my vehicle excise or boat tax bill?
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Water Division

How do I get rust stains out of my clothes?
How often are water bills issued?
Why is my water brown? Can I drink it?
Is there Fluoride in the Scituate Water?

Zoning Board of Appeals

What do I need to submit in order to have a public hearing with the Zoning Board of Appeals?
How often does the Zoning Board meet?