Frequently Asked Questions

Braintree Electric Light Department (BELD) is a municipal electric utility providing low-cost and reliable electric service to the Town of Braintree. You can contact BELD at 781-348-BELD (2353) and learn more at their website. The Water & Sewer department can be reached at 781-843-8097 or you can visit their web page.

You can contact the Braintree Public Schools at 781-380-0130. To learn more about Braintree Public Schools, visit their website at https://www.braintreeschools.org/.

Curbside collection day depends on what street you live on. Refer to the Town of Braintree Street Listing (PDF) to find out what day your trash will be collected. If you missed pickup - call Sunrise Scavenger directly at 617-361-8000. 

Reminders:

• Please have carts curbside by 7 a.m. placed 2 feet apart, with handles facing house.
• Cart lids must be closed so trucks can operate safely.
• Carts should be 2 to 3 feet apart (also same distance from furniture) and in a place with at least 12 feet overhead clearance.
• Only the Town issued carts can be used. No extra bags, boxes or barrels will be picked up.

The 2018 dog licensing period will run from April 1 until June 30. All renewal requests either in person, by mail or online, must be submitted by this time to avoid a late fee. The licenses will be valid from April 1, 2018, through March 31, 2019. Beginning April 1, 2018, you can also register your dog online for the current licensing period. Use Braintree's Online Dog Licensing System to license or register your dog.

Beyond new construction or interior alterations or additions, a building permit is required for such projects including but not limited to roofing, siding, new or replacement windows and doors, decks, porches, pools, dormers, sheds, garages, walls, and changes in grade. A good rule to follow is that if you are unsure to contact the Building Division at 781-794-8070. View a digital 

Residential Building Permit Application (PDF).

Thayer Public Library is the local library and located at 798 Washington Street, Braintree, MA 02184. 

Library Hours:

For more information on the library and its hours you can visit their website at http://www.thayerpubliclibrary.org/.

Most licenses and certificates can be issued by the Town Clerk's Office. You can contact the Town Clerk's Office at 781-794-8240.

You can find all information on voting at our Voter Information page.

You can find out what items are recyclable at our Recycling Information page.