Town of Stark

No comprehensive local zoning ordinance identified. Floodplain Development Ordinance applies to development in FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas.

Note: Cannot confirm without local ordinance; default to NH state law exemptions for ordinary repairs

Building code

NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A, RSA 674:51) applies statewide regardless of local ordinance status

Owner-builder

Owner-builders may apply under state law.

Contractor requirements

No NH GC license; state-licensed sub-trades required.

1. 01
   Important Note: Stark's public website does not display a general townwide building permit application page. This strongly suggests Stark does not currently operate a standard local building permit program outside of specific regulated activities.
2. 02
   Floodplain Development: Stark adopted a Floodplain Development Ordinance on September 18, 2024. Any development in a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area requires a building permit reviewed by the Board of Selectmen under that ordinance.
3. 03
   State Permits Always Apply: Even without a local building permit, NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A) still applies. For municipalities without a local enforcement mechanism, the State Fire Marshal may enforce upon written municipal request (RSA 155-A:7).
4. 04
   Recommended Action: Contact the Board of Selectmen directly before any construction in Stark to confirm current requirements.

Source: Board of Selectmen / Planning Board ↗

• Board of Selectmen (phone)

Typical sequence: Floodplain: Selectmen review applications for floodplain development. General: No local building inspector evident in reviewed sources; contact Selectmen. State Fire Marshal: Available for enforcement in municipalities without local enforcement mechanism (upon municipal request per RSA 155-A:7).