How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Clarksville, NH?

1. Contact the Board of Selectmen at 603-246-7751 before undertaking any construction project to confirm current local requirements. 2. No Planning Board and no traditional zoning ordinance are in place. Local permit requirements, if any, are administered by the Selectmen. 3. State Building Code (RSA 155-A) applies regardless of local ordinance status. 4. All state prerequisite permits apply: NH DES septic approval; NH energy code (EC-1); NH DOT driveway permit if accessing a state highway; town driveway permit if accessing a town road. 5. For floodplain development: NH FEMA/floodplain rules apply; contact Selectmen.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Clarksville, NH?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Board of Selectmen at 603-246-7751.

City Building Permits

Town of Clarksville, NH - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

New Hampshire Coos County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Clarksville, one of the smallest municipalities in New Hampshire. Clarksville is one of only two NH communities without a Planning Board under RSA 673:1 (the other being Hale's Location). Clarksville is also listed among municipalities without a traditional zoning ordinance.

Department: Board of Selectmen
Address: 408 NH Route 145, Clarksville, NH 03592
Phone: 603-246-7751

Application Process

Contact the Board of Selectmen at 603-246-7751 before undertaking any construction project to confirm current local requirements.
No Planning Board and no traditional zoning ordinance are in place. Local permit requirements, if any, are administered by the Selectmen.
State Building Code (RSA 155-A) applies regardless of local ordinance status.
All state prerequisite permits apply: NH DES septic approval; NH energy code (EC-1); NH DOT driveway permit if accessing a state highway; town driveway permit if accessing a town road.
For floodplain development: NH FEMA/floodplain rules apply; contact Selectmen.

Source: Board of Selectmen

General Requirements

Confirm with Selectmen -- no comprehensive zoning ordinance identified

Required Documents

Contact Board of Selectmen for current requirements

Building code: RSA 155-A / IBC 2021 / IRC 2021 / NEC 2020 with NH amendments
Owner-builder: Owner-builders may apply under state law.
Contractor requirements: No NH GC license; state-licensed sub-trades required.

Fees

Payment note: Not publicly posted -- contact Selectmen at 603-246-7751

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Board of Selectmen to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Board of Selectmen at 603-246-7751 (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: Local: No building inspector identified; Selectmen may handle or refer to State Fire Marshal. State Fire Marshal: May enforce upon written municipal request (RSA 155-A:7).

Additional Resources

Building code: RSA 155-A / IBC 2021 / IRC 2021 / NEC 2020 with NH amendments
NHMA Land Use Overview
NH Scholars Archive (town reports)
License lookup guide: New Hampshire Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: New Hampshire Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
New Hampshire hub: New Hampshire Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Board of Selectmen before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Clarksville Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Clarksville, NH?: Confirm with Selectmen -- no comprehensive zoning ordinance identified
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Clarksville, NH?: 1. Contact the Board of Selectmen at 603-246-7751 before undertaking any construction project to confirm current local requirements. 2. No Planning Board and no traditional zoning ordinance are in place. Local permit requirements, if any, are administered by the Selectmen. 3. State Building Code (RSA 155-A) applies regardless of local ordinance status. 4. All state prerequisite permits apply: NH DES septic approval; NH energy code (EC-1); NH DOT driveway permit if accessing a state highway; town driveway permit if accessing a town road. 5. For floodplain development: NH FEMA/floodplain rules apply; contact Selectmen.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Clarksville, NH?: Inspections can be scheduled via: Board of Selectmen at 603-246-7751.

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