Town of Hopkinton, NH - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Town of Hopkinton issues building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing permits for all construction within town limits.

Department

Hopkinton Planning / Building Department

Address

Town Hall, 330 Main Street, Hopkinton, NH 03229

Phone

(603) 746-8243

Email

Not publicly listed , contact by phone.

Website

https://www.hopkinton-nh.gov/planningbuilding

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Review FAQs at https://www.hopkinton-nh.gov/planning-building/faq to determine if a permit is required.
2. Download application forms from the Planning/Building page or pick up at Town Hall.
3. Complete application and attach required documents.
4. Submit in person at Town Hall, 330 Main Street, during office hours.
5. Application reviewed; fees assessed.
6. Permit issued upon approval.
7. Call (603) 746-8243 on Tuesday or Thursday to schedule required inspections.
8. Final inspection; Certificate of Occupancy issued.

Source: Hopkinton Planning / Building Department

General Requirements

Interior renovations, additions of any size (residential, commercial, industrial), enlarging existing structures, creating new rooms or spaces within a structure, structural changes or repairs, dormers, demolitions, new or replacement structures.

Required Documents

• Completed application
• construction plans
• site plan
• contact department for full list.

Building code

NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A). Contact department for specific adopted code versions.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

Not stated.

Plan check fee

Not stated.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

• Ordinary repairs classified as normal maintenance (e.g., painting, wallpapering, floor repairs, interior trim, cabinet repairs, roof or window replacements without structural changes).
• Contact Planning/Building at (603) 746-8243 to verify exemptions.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours

Mon-Thu 8:00 AM-5:00 PM; Fri 8:00 AM-12:00 PM.

Typical inspection sequence: Contact department for inspection stages required for specific project types.

Additional Resources

• Building code: NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A). Contact department for specific adopted code versions.
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• FAQ - When do I need a permit
• FAQ - Do I need a permit for repairs
• License lookup guide: New Hampshire Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: New Hampshire Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• New Hampshire hub: New Hampshire Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Hopkinton Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Hopkinton, NH?

Interior renovations, additions of any size (residential, commercial, industrial), enlarging existing structures, creating new rooms or spaces within a structure, structural changes or repairs, dormers, demolitions, new or replacement structures.

How much does a building permit cost in Town of Hopkinton, NH?

The minimum permit fee is Not stated.. Plan check fee: Not stated..

How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Hopkinton, NH?

1. Review FAQs at https://www.hopkinton-nh.gov/planning-building/faq to determine if a permit is required. 2. Download application forms from the Planning/Building page or pick up at Town Hall. 3. Complete application and attach required documents. 4. Submit in person at Town Hall, 330 Main Street, during office hours. 5. Application reviewed; fees assessed. 6. Permit issued upon approval. 7. Call (603) 746-8243 on Tuesday or Thursday to schedule required inspections. 8. Final inspection; Certificate of Occupancy issued.

What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Hopkinton, NH?

The following work is generally exempt: Ordinary repairs classified as normal maintenance (e.g., painting, wallpapering, floor repairs, interior trim, cabinet repairs, roof or window replacements without structural changes).; Contact Planning/Building at (603) 746-8243 to verify exemptions..