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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Errol
No local building permit required.
All construction from local permit requirement (no local program in place)
- Exempt All construction from local permit requirement (no local program in place)
Note: State-regulated items (septic, energy code, electrical, plumbing) are not 'exempt' -- they require state-level compliance.
Required documents
- Floodplain permit (if in FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area)
- NH DES septic approval
- All state-level permits and approvals
- Building code
- NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A) applies; no local enforcement mechanism
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builders may apply; follow state codes.
- Contractor requirements
- No NH GC license; state-licensed sub-trades required.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 No local building permit is required in Errol. Errol's 2024 Hazard Mitigation Plan explicitly states 'Building Permits Required: No,' 'Zoning Ordinances: No,' and 'Site Plan Review Regulations: No.' A November 18, 2024 Selectmen's meeting minute confirms 'Currently Errol has No Zoning.'
- 02 State Building Code still applies. Even without a local program, RSA 155-A and RSA 674:51 impose statewide code requirements on new construction. The State Fire Marshal may enforce upon written request from the municipality (RSA 155-A:7).
- 03 Septic systems must follow state regulations. NH DES approval is required for all septic systems.
- 04 Floodplain development is regulated. Errol has a Floodplain Development Ordinance that requires a permit for development in FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas. The Planning Board initiates and the Select Board enforces.
- 05 Builder responsibility: Builders and property owners are encouraged by the town to follow NH state-adopted codes for new construction even in the absence of local enforcement.
Source: Board of Selectmen ↗
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Select Board (phone)
Typical sequence: Local: No local building inspector or code enforcement officer. Floodplain: Select Board reviews development in Special Flood Hazard Areas. State Fire Marshal: May enforce RSA 155-A upon written request from the municipality.
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about Errol permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Errol, NH? ▸
No local building permit required.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Errol, NH? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Errol, NH, follow these steps: 1. No local building permit is required in Errol. Errol's 2024 Hazard Mitigation Plan explicitly states 'Building Permits Required: No,' 'Zoning Ordinances: No,' and 'Site Plan Review Regulations: No.' A November 18, 2024 Selectmen's meeting minute confirms 'Currently Errol has No Zoning.' 2. State Building Code still applies. Even without a local program, RSA 155-A and RSA 674:51 impose statewide code requirements on new construction. The State Fire Marshal may enforce upon written request from the municipality (RSA 155-A:7). 3. Septic systems must follow state regulations. NH DES approval is required for all septic systems. 4. Floodplain development is regulated. Errol has a Floodplain Development Ordinance that requires a permit for development in FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas. The Planning Board initiates and the Select Board enforces. 5. Builder responsibility: Builders and property owners are encouraged by the town to follow NH state-adopted codes for new construction even in the absence of local enforcement.
03 What work is exempt from building permits in Errol, NH? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Errol, NH. The following work is generally exempt: All construction from local permit requirement (no local program in place). Note: State-regulated items (septic, energy code, electrical, plumbing) are not 'exempt' -- they require state-level compliance. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Errol, NH? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Errol, NH via: Select Board.
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Board of Selectmen before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.