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Purpose: Only vessels (12 ft. or less LOA) berthed at either the Town Marina or Pope’s Landing require this permit. Tender space is primarily reserved for securing moored vessel tenders.
Payment Methods:
Online (Credit Card): We encourage all applicants to use our online program to submit and pay for waterways permits. Online payments are made by credit card using Stripe.
Mail or in Person (Check, Money Order or Postal Note): If you prefer to pay by mail or in person, please complete the online application, print the summary page and send payment to: Danvers Harbormaster's Office, 8 Harbor St. Danvers, MA 01923. For mail or in person payments we will only accept money orders, postal notes or checks. Do not mail cash. Be sure to mail or deliver a copy of the permit summary page with your payment.
Permit Stickers: Upon receipt of payment, a permit sticker will be mailed to you within 5-10 business days. Permit stickers must be affixed inside transom of your tender prior to launching.
Boat Excise Tax: Permits will not be issued to boat owners who have not fully paid applicable boat excise taxes.
Fees: $85.00/season
Late Fees: All payments and signed returns not received by the due date for renewal of permits will be assessed a 15% late fee.
Town of Danvers- Harbormaster's Office
Christopher T. Sanborn, Harbormaster
8 Harbor St.
Danvers, MA 01923
harbormaster@danversma.gov