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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Grafton
Per the Grafton Building Notification Ordinance. New construction and structural changes require notification/permit.
Ordinary maintenance and repairs
- Exempt Ordinary maintenance and repairs
Note: See Building Notification Ordinance at townofgraftonnh.com/ordinances.
Required documents
- Completed notification/permit form
- Site plan
- Description of work
- Building code
- NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A); Grafton Building Notification Ordinance also applies.
- Contractor requirements
- NH state licensing required for electricians and plumbers.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Review the Grafton Building Notification Ordinance at townofgraftonnh.com/ordinances.
- 02 Obtain building notification/permit form from Forms and Documents page.
- 03 Submit completed form to Selectmen office at 7 Library Road.
- 04 Board of Selectmen (or designee) reviews submission.
- 05 Notification/permit issued.
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- (603) 523-7700 (phone)
- selectmen@townofgraftonnh.com (email)
- Inspection hours
- Contact town office for current schedule.
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about Grafton permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Grafton, NH? ▸
Per the Grafton Building Notification Ordinance. New construction and structural changes require notification/permit.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Grafton, NH? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Grafton, NH, follow these steps: 1. Review the Grafton Building Notification Ordinance at townofgraftonnh.com/ordinances. 2. Obtain building notification/permit form from Forms and Documents page. 3. Submit completed form to Selectmen office at 7 Library Road. 4. Board of Selectmen (or designee) reviews submission. 5. Notification/permit issued.
03 What work is exempt from building permits in Grafton, NH? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Grafton, NH. The following work is generally exempt: Ordinary maintenance and repairs. Note: See Building Notification Ordinance at townofgraftonnh.com/ordinances. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Grafton, NH? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Grafton, NH via: (603) 523-7700, selectmen@townofgraftonnh.com.
last verified April 2026
source Town of Grafton - Board of Selectmen ↗
entry id permits/new-hampshire/grafton/grafton-town
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Grafton - Board of Selectmen before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.