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Town of Peterborough

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

Avg processing
4 to 5 weeks turnaround time.
Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Office of Planning and Building

Street address
1 Grove Street (basement of Town House), Peterborough, NH 03458
Phone
(603) 924-8000
Email
therlihy@peterboroughnh.gov
Coverage
Town of Peterborough; handles building permits, sign permits, subdivision and site plan review, variances, and special exceptions.
Online portal
Peterborough Office of Planning and Building
No dedicated online portal; contact department for current submission process
Additional resources
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Peterborough

Building permits, sign permits; demolition, subdivision, site plan review, conditional use permits, variances. Contact department for complete list.

Note: Not specified on public pages. Contact Tim Herlihy at therlihy@peterboroughnh.gov or (603) 924-8000 ext. 118.

Required documents
  • Per project type; contact pmullen@peterboroughnh.gov for submittal requirements
Building code
NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A); 2021 suite effective December 31, 2024 per statewide HB 1681. Contact department to confirm current locally adopted edition.
Permit validity
Not specified on public pages; contact department.
Owner-builder
Not specified; contact Tim Herlihy at therlihy@peterboroughnh.gov or (603) 924-8000 ext. 118.
Contractor requirements
NH state licenses required for electrical, plumbing, and gas work.
§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: 4 to 5 weeks turnaround time.

  1. 01
    Contact Phillip Mullen at (603) 924-8000 ext. 104 or pmullen@peterboroughnh.gov for scheduling and submission.
  2. 02
    Prepare application and required plans.
  3. 03
    Submit application to Office of Planning and Building.
  4. 04
    Applications reviewed in order received; not reviewed until complete.
  5. 05
    Processing time: 4 to 5 weeks.
  6. 06
    Pay fees upon approval (see Chapter 202 Fee Schedule).
  7. 07
    Post permit on job site.
  8. 08
    Schedule inspections at least 24 hours in advance by calling (603) 924-8000.
  9. 09
    Inspection hours Mon-Thu 9 am - 5:30 pm.
  10. 10
    Final inspection and certificate.

Typical processing time: 4 to 5 weeks turnaround time.

Source: Office of Planning and Building ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Peterborough building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Not specified; contact department
02
Plan check fee
Included; see fee schedule
03
Permit fee formula
See Chapter 202 Fee Schedule; contact (603) 924-8000
04
Reinspection fee
Not specified; contact department

Contact department at (603) 924-8000 for payment methods

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • (603) 924-8000 ext. 104 (Phillip Mullen, minimum 24-hour notice) (phone)
Scheduling deadline
Minimum 24-hour notice required.
Inspection hours
Monday-Thursday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm (open office hours 7-9 am; appointments recommended)

Typical sequence: Per project; contact Code Enforcement Officer Tim Herlihy.

Source: Office of Planning and Building ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Peterborough permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Peterborough, NH? ▸
Building permits, sign permits; demolition, subdivision, site plan review, conditional use permits, variances. Contact department for complete list.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Peterborough, NH? ▸
Building permit fees in Peterborough, NH are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Not specified; contact department. Fees are calculated as: See Chapter 202 Fee Schedule; contact (603) 924-8000. Plan check fee: Included; see fee schedule.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Peterborough, NH? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Peterborough, NH, follow these steps: 1. Contact Phillip Mullen at (603) 924-8000 ext. 104 or pmullen@peterboroughnh.gov for scheduling and submission. 2. Prepare application and required plans. 3. Submit application to Office of Planning and Building. 4. Applications reviewed in order received; not reviewed until complete. 5. Processing time: 4 to 5 weeks. 6. Pay fees upon approval (see Chapter 202 Fee Schedule). 7. Post permit on job site. 8. Schedule inspections at least 24 hours in advance by calling (603) 924-8000. 9. Inspection hours Mon-Thu 9 am - 5:30 pm. 10. Final inspection and certificate.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Peterborough, NH? ▸
Building permit processing times in Peterborough, NH typically run 4 to 5 weeks turnaround time.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Peterborough, NH? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Peterborough, NH via: (603) 924-8000 ext. 104 (Phillip Mullen, minimum 24-hour notice). Minimum 24-hour notice required..
last verified April 2026 source Office of Planning and Building ↗ entry id permits/new-hampshire/hillsborough/peterborough
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Office of Planning and Building before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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