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City building permits

Town of Alstead

How to apply for a building permit in Town of Alstead, New Hampshire. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Avg processing
Not publicly stated
Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Land Clerk / Select Board

Street address
15 Mechanic Street, Alstead, NH 03602
Coverage
Town of Alstead in northern Cheshire County on the Cold River. Building permits are handled by the Land Clerk, Sharon Iozzo. The Select Board is responsible for enforcing zoning and granting or denying building permit applications; professionals are employed by the Board to handle these functions. Fax: 603-835-2178.
Online portal
Resources and Forms
Town of Alstead website
Additional resources
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Alstead

Per local zoning ordinance; contact Land Clerk at 603-835-2986 for determination

Note: Not published; contact Land Clerk for determination.

Required documents
  • Building Permit Application Form (available on website)
  • Site plan
  • Construction documents as applicable
Building code
NH State Building Code; local zoning ordinance enforced by Select Board
Permit validity
Not confirmed; contact office
Owner-builder
Not specified publicly
Contractor requirements
NH-licensed electricians and plumbers required
§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Not publicly stated

  1. 01
    Contact Land Clerk Sharon Iozzo at 603-835-2986 or siozzo@alsteadnh.gov to confirm requirements
  2. 02
    Download or pick up Building Permit Application Form from Town Office
  3. 03
    Prepare required documents: application, site plan, construction documents
  4. 04
    Submit completed application with fee to Town Office
  5. 05
    Application reviewed by Land Clerk; forwarded to Select Board for decision
  6. 06
    Select Board grants or denies permit
  7. 07
    Permit issued; post on job site
  8. 08
    Schedule inspections; contact Land Clerk
  9. 09
    Final inspection; Certificate of Occupancy or Compliance issued

Typical processing time: Not publicly stated

Source: Land Clerk / Select Board ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Alstead building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Plan check fee
Not specified
02
Permit fee formula
Not confirmed; contact Sharon Iozzo at 603-835-2986

Contact Land Clerk for current fee schedule

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • 603-835-2986 (phone)
  • siozzo@alsteadnh.gov (email)
Inspection hours
Wednesday and Thursday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM; Monday, Tuesday, Friday by appointment only

Typical sequence: Contact Land Clerk; final inspection required before occupancy

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Alstead permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Alstead, NH?
Per local zoning ordinance; contact Land Clerk at 603-835-2986 for determination
02 How much does a building permit cost in Alstead, NH?
Building permit fees in Alstead, NH are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Not confirmed; contact Sharon Iozzo at 603-835-2986. Plan check fee: Not specified.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Alstead, NH?
To apply for a building permit in Alstead, NH, follow these steps: 1. Contact Land Clerk Sharon Iozzo at 603-835-2986 or siozzo@alsteadnh.gov to confirm requirements 2. Download or pick up Building Permit Application Form from Town Office 3. Prepare required documents: application, site plan, construction documents 4. Submit completed application with fee to Town Office 5. Application reviewed by Land Clerk; forwarded to Select Board for decision 6. Select Board grants or denies permit 7. Permit issued; post on job site 8. Schedule inspections; contact Land Clerk 9. Final inspection; Certificate of Occupancy or Compliance issued
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Alstead, NH?
Building permit processing times in Alstead, NH typically run Not publicly stated. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Alstead, NH?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Alstead, NH via: 603-835-2986, siozzo@alsteadnh.gov.
last verified April 2026 source Land Clerk / Select Board ↗ entry id permits/new-hampshire/cheshire/alstead

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Land Clerk / Select Board before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.