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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Nottingham
All new construction including porches, swimming pools (above and
Sheds under 145 square feet (permit required but no fee charged)
- Exempt Sheds under 145 square feet (permit required but no fee charged)
Required documents
- Construction plans to scale
- site plan with setbacks from property lines
- Building code
- NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A)
- Owner-builder
- Not specified publicly
- Contractor requirements
- State-licensed trades required; inspections required for
Source: Building/Code/Health Inspector ↗
§ 03
Fee schedule
Nottingham building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
No charge for sheds under 145 sq ft
02
Plan check fee
Not specified separately
03
Permit fee formula
Not specified publicly; see fee schedule on department page
All fees must be paid before permit review begins
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Town website; downloadable forms (online)
Typical sequence: Contact department; required inspections list available at
Source: Building/Code/Health Inspector ↗
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about Nottingham permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Nottingham, NH? ▸
All new construction including porches, swimming pools (above and
02 How much does a building permit cost in Nottingham, NH? ▸
Building permit fees in Nottingham, NH are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is No charge for sheds under 145 sq ft. Fees are calculated as: Not specified publicly; see fee schedule on department page. Plan check fee: Not specified separately.
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Nottingham, NH? ▸
Building permit processing times in Nottingham, NH typically run 24-48 hours for complete applications; 30-day maximum. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Nottingham, NH? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Nottingham, NH. The following work is generally exempt: Sheds under 145 square feet (permit required but no fee charged). When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Nottingham, NH? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Nottingham, NH via: Town website; downloadable forms.
last verified April 2026
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building/Code/Health Inspector before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.