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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Ellsworth
New construction and structural alterations per NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A) and any local ordinances.
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 NH Municipal Association directory to find current Ellsworth town contact: nhmunicipal.org/municipal-directory.
- 02 Request building permit application from the Select Board.
- 03 Submit completed application with site plan and description of work.
- 04 Select Board reviews and issues or denies permit.
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Contact Select Board (in-person)
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about Ellsworth permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Ellsworth, NH? ▸
New construction and structural alterations per NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A) and any local ordinances.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Ellsworth, NH? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Ellsworth, NH, follow these steps: 1. Contact NH Municipal Association directory to find current Ellsworth town contact: nhmunicipal.org/municipal-directory. 2. Request building permit application from the Select Board. 3. Submit completed application with site plan and description of work. 4. Select Board reviews and issues or denies permit.
03 What work is exempt from building permits in Ellsworth, NH? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Ellsworth, 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 Ellsworth, NH? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Ellsworth, NH via: Contact Select Board.
last verified April 2026
source Town of Ellsworth - Select Board ↗
entry id permits/new-hampshire/grafton/ellsworth
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Ellsworth - Select Board before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.