Hooksett, NH — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Hooksett Code Enforcement / Community Development Department

Street address

35 Main Street, Hooksett, NH 03106

Phone

(603) 485-8471

Not listed on public page

Coverage

Town of Hooksett issues building, electrical, plumbing, gas, septic, and related permits for all construction within town limits.

Online portal

PermitEyes

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Hooksett

All new construction, additions, alterations, renovations, electrical, plumbing, gas, demolition, change of occupancy.

Scope of work

Permit?

Ordinary maintenance and repairs that do not change structural components or building systems.

Exempt

Contact Code Enforcement at (603) 485-8471 to confirm whether specific work requires a permit.

Exempt

Exempt Ordinary maintenance and repairs that do not change structural components or building systems.
Exempt Contact Code Enforcement at (603) 485-8471 to confirm whether specific work requires a permit.

Required documents

Completed building permit application
Energy Codes Form (IECC 2018)
Electrical Load Calculation
plot plan
construction plans
Foundation/Rebar Requirements form
Special Inspection Statement
Certificate of Occupancy sign-off sheet.

Building code: IECC 2018 for energy; NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A). Contact department for full list of adopted codes.

Source: Hooksett Code Enforcement / Community Development Department ↗

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Download residential or commercial building permit application from the Code Enforcement page, or obtain in person.
02

Complete all sections; attach required supplementary forms (Energy Codes Form IECC 2018, Electrical Load Calculation, Foundation/Rebar Requirements if applicable, Special Inspection Statement).
03

Submit application and fee payment in person at Community Development, 35 Main Street, during business hours.
04

For electrical, plumbing, gas, and septic permits, submit through PermitEyes portal.
05

Application reviewed for code and zoning compliance.
06

Permit issued upon approval.
07

Schedule required inspections.
08

Certificate of Occupancy issued after final inspection.

Source: Hooksett Code Enforcement / Community Development Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Hooksett building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

Not publicly summarized; see fee schedule PDF.

Plan check fee

See fee schedule PDF.

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

Inspection hours: Mon-Tue, Thu: 8 AM-4:30 PM; Wed: 8 AM-6:30 PM; Fri: 8 AM-12 PM.

Typical sequence: Foundation, framing, insulation, rough systems, final.

Source: Hooksett Code Enforcement / Community Development Department ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Hooksett permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Hooksett, NH? ▸

All new construction, additions, alterations, renovations, electrical, plumbing, gas, demolition, change of occupancy.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Hooksett, NH? ▸

Building permit fees in Hooksett, NH are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Not publicly summarized; see fee schedule PDF.. Plan check fee: See fee schedule PDF..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Hooksett, NH? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Hooksett, NH, follow these steps: 1. Download residential or commercial building permit application from the Code Enforcement page, or obtain in person. 2. Complete all sections; attach required supplementary forms (Energy Codes Form IECC 2018, Electrical Load Calculation, Foundation/Rebar Requirements if applicable, Special Inspection Statement). 3. Submit application and fee payment in person at Community Development, 35 Main Street, during business hours. 4. For electrical, plumbing, gas, and septic permits, submit through PermitEyes portal. 5. Application reviewed for code and zoning compliance. 6. Permit issued upon approval. 7. Schedule required inspections. 8. Certificate of Occupancy issued after final inspection.

04 What work is exempt from building permits in Hooksett, NH? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Hooksett, NH. The following work is generally exempt: Ordinary maintenance and repairs that do not change structural components or building systems.; Contact Code Enforcement at (603) 485-8471 to confirm whether specific work requires a permit.. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

last verified April 2026 source Hooksett Code Enforcement / Community Development Department ↗ entry id permits/new-hampshire/merrimack/hooksett

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Hooksett Code Enforcement / Community Development Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

Town of Hooksett

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