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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Chatham
All construction, renovation, and alteration of structures; contact Selectboard to confirm
Note: Not published; ordinary maintenance generally not permit-required under NH RSA 155-A; contact Selectboard
Required documents
- Building permit application
- Site plan
- Building plans
- Contact Selectboard for current requirements
- Building code
- NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A) as baseline; local adoption status not documented publicly; given very small scale of town, the NH State Building Permit Program (NH Division of Fire Safety, 603-223-4289) may be the effective enforcement mechanism -- verify with Selectboard
- Contractor requirements
- State-licensed electricians, plumbers, and gas fitters required
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Application process
Typical processing: Not specified; contact Selectboard
- 01 Contact the Selectboard at (603) 694-2117 during office hours (Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:00-7:00 PM) to obtain permit forms and discuss requirements
- 02 Complete building permit application
- 03 Submit to Selectboard at 1071 Main Road
- 04 Selectboard reviews and approves or refers to appropriate officer
- 05 Permit issued upon approval
- 06 Schedule inspections through Selectboard / town contact
- 07 Final review
Typical processing time: Not specified; contact Selectboard
Source: Selectboard ↗
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Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- (603) 694-2117 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Frequently asked
Common questions about Chatham permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Chatham, NH? ▸
All construction, renovation, and alteration of structures; contact Selectboard to confirm
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Chatham, NH? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Chatham, NH, follow these steps: 1. Contact the Selectboard at (603) 694-2117 during office hours (Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:00-7:00 PM) to obtain permit forms and discuss requirements 2. Complete building permit application 3. Submit to Selectboard at 1071 Main Road 4. Selectboard reviews and approves or refers to appropriate officer 5. Permit issued upon approval 6. Schedule inspections through Selectboard / town contact 7. Final review
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Chatham, NH? ▸
Building permit processing times in Chatham, NH typically run Not specified; contact Selectboard. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Chatham, NH? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Chatham, NH via: (603) 694-2117.
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Selectboard before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.