02-041-27 Me. Code R. § 2-3
A school may not alter the physical dimensions of the school facility or in any way modify the space within the school as initially approved for licensure prior to receiving approval from the Director. A request, describing in detail the proposed alteration or modification together with a scaled floor plan that clearly details the proposed changes and a proposed start date for construction to begin and an estimated date of completion, shall be submitted at least twenty (20) days prior to the beginning of anticipated work. Upon project completion, an inspection shall be conducted to affirm that the changes maintain compliance with laws and rules. If electrical or plumbing alterations are required, a copy of the plumbing or electrical certificate of approval shall be presented. This does not apply to minor cosmetic or non-structural modifications. A structural remodel includes, but is not limited to, plumbing and electrical changes, and external or internal structural construction.
02-041 C.M.R. ch. 27, § 2-3