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

1. Download the Building Notification (Permit) form from the permits/licenses page. 2. Complete the form: owner info, tax map/lot, structure type, dimensions, number of bedrooms/bathrooms, heating type, septic status, and driveway permit status. 3. Note that this is a notification form, not a full approval process. Pittsburg's Building Notification states that the owner is responsible for meeting all applicable state requirements -- septic, wells, setbacks, shoreline rules, subdivision rules, wiring, plumbing, and fire code. 4. If a new driveway connects to a town road: obtain a town driveway permit. If connecting to a state road: obtain an NH DOT permit. 5. Submit the completed notification form to the Town Office at no cost. 6. All state building code requirements (RSA 155-A / IRC 2021 with NH amendments) apply regardless of the notification character of the local process.

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

Inspections can be scheduled via: Town Office.

City Building Permits

Town of Pittsburg, NH - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

New Hampshire Coos County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Pittsburg, the northernmost municipality in New Hampshire. Pittsburg has no local zoning ordinance and no Planning Board. Its building process is a notification system, not a full approval process.

Department: Town Office / Board of Selectmen
Website: https://pittsburg-nh.gov/

Online Permit Portal

Open Permits & Licenses

Platform: Paper-based • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Building Notification Form

Application Process

Download the Building Notification (Permit) form from the permits/licenses page.
Complete the form: owner info, tax map/lot, structure type, dimensions, number of bedrooms/bathrooms, heating type, septic status, and driveway permit status.
Note that this is a notification form, not a full approval process. Pittsburg's Building Notification states that the owner is responsible for meeting all applicable state requirements -- septic, wells, setbacks, shoreline rules, subdivision rules, wiring, plumbing, and fire code.
If a new driveway connects to a town road: obtain a town driveway permit. If connecting to a state road: obtain an NH DOT permit.
Submit the completed notification form to the Town Office at no cost.
All state building code requirements (RSA 155-A / IRC 2021 with NH amendments) apply regardless of the notification character of the local process.

Source: Town Office / Board of Selectmen

General Requirements

Any new construction, addition, or upgrade.

Required Documents

Building Notification form
Owner info, tax map/lot, structure type, dimensions
Bedroom/bathroom count
Heating type
Septic status
Driveway permit status

Building code: NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A) applies in full
Owner-builder: Owner-builders may apply.
Contractor requirements: No NH GC license; state-licensed sub-trades required.

Fees

Penalty (no permit): $50 penalty for non-notification
Payment note: Building Notification: No fee

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

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

Inspections

How to Schedule

Town Office (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: Local Inspections: None -- no local building inspector or code enforcement officer. State Fire Marshal: May enforce NH State Building Code upon written request from the municipality (RSA 155-A:7). NH DES: Conducts septic and wastewater inspections under state law.

Additional Resources

Building code: NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A) applies in full
Selectmen Office
NH DES Subsurface Systems
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 Town Office / Board of Selectmen before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Pittsburg Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Pittsburg, NH?: Any new construction, addition, or upgrade.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Pittsburg, NH?: 1. Download the Building Notification (Permit) form from the permits/licenses page. 2. Complete the form: owner info, tax map/lot, structure type, dimensions, number of bedrooms/bathrooms, heating type, septic status, and driveway permit status. 3. Note that this is a notification form, not a full approval process. Pittsburg's Building Notification states that the owner is responsible for meeting all applicable state requirements -- septic, wells, setbacks, shoreline rules, subdivision rules, wiring, plumbing, and fire code. 4. If a new driveway connects to a town road: obtain a town driveway permit. If connecting to a state road: obtain an NH DOT permit. 5. Submit the completed notification form to the Town Office at no cost. 6. All state building code requirements (RSA 155-A / IRC 2021 with NH amendments) apply regardless of the notification character of the local process.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Pittsburg, NH?: Inspections can be scheduled via: Town Office.

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