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

Fees are calculated as: New permit fees effective January 1, 2025 (download from the Building Inspector page)..

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

1. Obtain the building permit application from the Town Hall or the Building Inspector page at http://townofmadbury.com/BuildingInspector.html. 2. Fill out the application completely (owner or authorized representative). 3. Include: one set of plans (two elevations, floor plans for all levels, relevant sections and specifications); State-approved Certificate for Private Septic System Construction; State-approved engineer drawings of septic system (if applicable). 4. If signed by a non-owner, include a letter from the owner authorizing the work. 5. Submit to the Building Inspector during office hours. 6. Pay the permit fee. 7. Inspector reviews and issues the permit. 8. Schedule inspections with the Building Inspector.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Madbury, NH?

Inspections can be scheduled via: (603) 742-5131. Contact during office hours.

City Building Permits

Town of Madbury, NH - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

New Hampshire Strafford County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Madbury issues all building permits within town limits. Very small town; Building Inspector has limited office hours.

Department: Building Inspector / Code Enforcement Officer
Address: 13 Town Hall Rd., Madbury, NH 03823
Phone: (603) 742-5131
Email: madburyzoning@gmail.com
Website: http://townofmadbury.com/BuildingInspector.html

Online Permit Portal

Open Town of Madbury

Platform: Paper-based • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Building Inspector Page

Application Process

Obtain the building permit application from the Town Hall or the Building Inspector page at http://townofmadbury.com/BuildingInspector.html.
Fill out the application completely (owner or authorized representative).
Include: one set of plans (two elevations, floor plans for all levels, relevant sections and specifications); State-approved Certificate for Private Septic System Construction; State-approved engineer drawings of septic system (if applicable).
If signed by a non-owner, include a letter from the owner authorizing the work.
Submit to the Building Inspector during office hours.
Pay the permit fee.
Inspector reviews and issues the permit.
Schedule inspections with the Building Inspector.

Source: Building Inspector / Code Enforcement Officer

General Requirements

All new construction, additions, alterations, and any work requiring septic system approval or modification.

Required Documents

Full plans (two elevations, floor plans, specifications)
State-approved septic certificate and engineer drawings where applicable
Owner authorization letter if agent is applying

Building code: Madbury Building Regulation (2009); IBC, IEBC, IECC, IMC, IPC, IRC (2021 editions); NEC (2020); NFPA 1 Fire Code; NFPA 101 Life Safety Code.
Owner-builder: Owner may apply directly.
Contractor requirements: All trade work (electrical, plumbing, gas, mechanical) requires valid NH state licenses.

Fees

Permit fee formula: New permit fees effective January 1, 2025 (download from the Building Inspector page).
Payment note: Contact Town Hall; thin data available online.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective January 1, 2025).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Building Inspector / Code Enforcement Officer to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

(603) 742-5131 (phone)

Scheduling deadline: Contact during office hours
Inspection hours: Tuesday evenings 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.; Thursday mornings 8:00 to 9:00 a.m.

Typical inspection sequence: Not published in detail; contact the building inspector.

Additional Resources

Building code: Madbury Building Regulation (2009); IBC, IEBC, IECC, IMC, IPC, IRC (2021 editions); NEC (2020); NFPA 1 Fire Code; NFPA 101 Life Safety Code.
Zoning information: View zoning info
Land Use Applications
Main Town Site
License lookup guide: New Hampshire Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: New Hampshire Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
New Hampshire hub: New Hampshire Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Building Inspector / Code Enforcement Officer before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Madbury Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Madbury, NH?: All new construction, additions, alterations, and any work requiring septic system approval or modification.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Madbury, NH?: Fees are calculated as: New permit fees effective January 1, 2025 (download from the Building Inspector page)..
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Madbury, NH?: 1. Obtain the building permit application from the Town Hall or the Building Inspector page at http://townofmadbury.com/BuildingInspector.html. 2. Fill out the application completely (owner or authorized representative). 3. Include: one set of plans (two elevations, floor plans for all levels, relevant sections and specifications); State-approved Certificate for Private Septic System Construction; State-approved engineer drawings of septic system (if applicable). 4. If signed by a non-owner, include a letter from the owner authorizing the work. 5. Submit to the Building Inspector during office hours. 6. Pay the permit fee. 7. Inspector reviews and issues the permit. 8. Schedule inspections with the Building Inspector.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Madbury, NH?: Inspections can be scheduled via: (603) 742-5131. Contact during office hours.

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