Code of Ordinances & Charter

For your convenience a link is available to search the city's codified ordinances.

Development Ordinances


Because building code is necessarily complicated, many questions arise in the interpretation of its technical language and the legal procedure involved in its enforcement. The City of Bedford, in its desire to be helpful, has prepared this website. It is general in character, and its readers are urged to consult the department whenever in doubt as to any requirements or procedure.

The standards of safe construction that are set forth are primarily founded upon health and safety concerns, but will at the same time protect the owner's investment.