Land Use and Permitting.
Done Right.
Kennebec Shore and Land Consulting helps Maine property owners navigate shoreland zoning, permit applications, and land use regulations — clearly and efficiently.
What we do
Straight answers on complex regulations.
Maine's land use rules are detailed and unforgiving. We know them inside and out — so you can move your project forward without surprises.
- Shoreland ZoningGuidance on Maine's Shoreland Zoning Act — setbacks, vegetation buffers, permitted uses, and variances.
- Permit ApplicationsWe prepare and submit permit applications to DEP, local planning boards, and other agencies on your behalf.
- Land Use ReviewPre-purchase and pre-development reviews to identify regulatory constraints before you commit.
- Regulatory GuidancePlain-language explanations of what the rules mean for your specific parcel and project.
About us
Local knowledge. Real results.
We've spent years working the land along the Kennebec — reviewing parcels, filing permits, and sitting across the table from planning boards. We know the regulations, the agencies, and the terrain. When you work with Kennebec Shore and Land Consulting, you get a consultant who has walked the ground and knows what it takes to get your project approved.
Chip Stephens
Owner & Principal, Kennebec Shore and Land Consulting LLC
With years of hands-on experience navigating Maine's shoreland zoning and land use regulations, Chip founded KSL to give property owners and contractors a knowledgeable, straightforward resource in Greater Kennebec County and Maine in general. He brings direct experience with permitting, local planning boards, DEP issues, and the terrain itself.
Client experiences
What property owners are saying.
Chip Stephens is a fantastic resource — many years of experience, very knowledgeable in all aspects of his business. He has time and time again helped me navigate through some of the most difficult red tape the state of Maine has thrown at me for very complicated projects. Fantastic to do business with: responsive, attentive, always made me feel comfortable in the direction we were going to proceed. He explains everything in a way I can understand — I'm not super technical, so that was a huge factor for me. In evaluating cost, I wish I had hired him sooner. Time is money, and he saved me a substantial amount of both.
A.H.
Readfield, ME
We were about to purchase a parcel and had serious questions about what could be built on it. The pre-purchase review saved us from a costly mistake. Worth every penny.
Robert T.
Land buyer, Kennebec County
The DEP permit process felt overwhelming until we brought Chip in. He knew exactly what the agency needed, prepared everything correctly the first time, and kept us informed throughout.
Susan L.
Property owner, Wayne
Ready to move your project forward?
Whether you're buying land, planning a build, or trying to understand what you can do with your property — we can help. Reach out for a straightforward conversation.