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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Dorchester
New construction, structural alterations per NH State Building Code.
Ordinary maintenance and minor repairs
- Exempt Ordinary maintenance and minor repairs
Note: Not publicly documented.
Required documents
- Completed permit application
- Site plan
- Description of work
- Building code
- NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A).
- Contractor requirements
- NH state licensing required for electricians and plumbers.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Contact Select Board Administrative Assistant via town website for application materials.
- 02 Complete application with site drawings and description of work.
- 03 Submit to Select Board with applicable fee.
- 04 Permit reviewed and issued.
Source: Town of Dorchester - Select Board Administrative Assistant ↗
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about Dorchester permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Dorchester, NH? ▸
New construction, structural alterations per NH State Building Code.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Dorchester, NH? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Dorchester, NH, follow these steps: 1. Contact Select Board Administrative Assistant via town website for application materials. 2. Complete application with site drawings and description of work. 3. Submit to Select Board with applicable fee. 4. Permit reviewed and issued.
03 What work is exempt from building permits in Dorchester, NH? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Dorchester, NH. The following work is generally exempt: Ordinary maintenance and minor repairs. Note: Not publicly documented. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Dorchester, NH? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Dorchester, NH via: Contact town office via website.
last verified April 2026
source Town of Dorchester - Select Board Administrative Assistant ↗
entry id permits/new-hampshire/grafton/dorchester
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Dorchester - Select Board Administrative Assistant before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.