Town of New Hampton

Building permits are required in New Hampton. In any case where a building permit is NOT required, all structures must still meet setback distances based on zoning district.

Note: Not specifically enumerated in publicly available sources. Structures exempt from permit requirements must still meet all setback distances from property lines based on the applicable zoning district. Contact the Selectmen's Office at (603) 744-3559 for the current list of exempt work.

Building code

All work shall be in compliance with all applicable State of New Hampshire building and Life Safety codes. Design note: ground snow load at 1,000 feet elevation is 80 pounds per square foot.

Permit validity

Permits are valid for 18 months from issuance.

Contractor requirements

State-licensed electricians (RSA 319-C) and plumbers (RSA 329-A) required. Heating system permits require NH DOE Energy Code Approval.

1. 01
   Download the appropriate application form from https://www.newhamptonnh.gov/buildingpermits: Residential Building Permit Application; Commercial Building Permit Application (multi-family and non-residential projects); Building Permit for Heating Systems Installation.
2. 02
   Note: For heating system installations, Energy Code Approval through the NH Department of Energy may be required. Contact NH DOE at (603) 271-3670 or energy.nh.gov.
3. 03
   Note: Asbestos inspection required by NHDES regulations before any demolition work.
4. 04
   Prepare required documents including plot plan and construction documents per project type.
5. 05
   Submit completed application with applicable fee (cash or check payable to Town of New Hampton -- credit cards not accepted) to the Selectmen's Office by 4:00 PM on Tuesday.
6. 06
   The Permitting Assistant reviews the application and makes a recommendation to the Board of Selectmen.
7. 07
   The Board reviews at the Thursday evening meeting. Approval or denial: Residential: up to 30 days; Non-residential or multi-family (10+ units): up to 60 days.
8. 08
   Once approved, post permit on site. All work must comply with NH State Building Code and Life Safety codes.
9. 09
   Certificate of Occupancy (new structures and expansions) or occupancy permit for change of use and substantial improvements (exceeding 50% of appraised value) required before occupancy.
10. 10
    Inspections required for: septic systems, water supply, electrical systems, heating systems (Fire Department), smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and driveways.

Typical processing time: Residential up to 30 days; commercial/multi-family up to 60 days

Source: Selectmen's Office ↗

• (603) 744-3559 (phone)
• (603) 744-8025 (phone)
• (603) 744-2735 (phone)

Typical sequence: The above inspections are required for Certificate of Occupancy for new structures: septic system (NHDES), water supply (appropriate authority), electrical (Selectmen's Office), heating system (Fire Department), smoke/CO detectors (Fire Department), driveway (Public Works Director).