City Building Permits

Town of Middleton, NH - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

New Hampshire Strafford County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Middleton issues building permits within town limits. Very small rural town; permit administration is through the town office and Building Inspector. Thin public-facing online information.

Department
Building Inspector / Selectmen's Office
Address
182 Kings Highway, Middleton, NH 03887
Phone
(603) 473-5210
Website
https://middletonnh.gov/

Online Permit Portal

Open Town of Middleton

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

Application Process

  1. Download the building permit application from https://middletonnh.gov/uploads/bldg-permit-app.pdf.
  2. Complete the application; include project description and applicable plans.
  3. Note: NH-approved septic design is required before any new home construction permit can be issued.
  4. Verify setback compliance: 20 ft from sidelines, 50 ft from frontline; septic must be 100 ft from wetlands and 75 ft from any surrounding well.
  5. Submit to Town Hall and pay the permit fee.
  6. Building Inspector reviews; separate permits are required for demo, building, electrical, plumbing, and gas/HVAC.
  7. Permit issued; post conspicuously on job site.
  8. Schedule required inspections.

Source: Building Inspector / Selectmen's Office

General Requirements

New construction, additions, alterations, demolition; separate permits required for electrical, plumbing, and gas/HVAC; permit must be obtained prior to work and posted on site.

Required Documents

  • Completed application
  • Project description
  • Site plan
  • Plans showing setbacks
  • NH-approved septic design for new construction
Building code
NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A).
Owner-builder
Owner may apply; must still comply with all codes.
Contractor requirements
Trade work requires NH state licenses.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$25.00
Plan check fee
Included in review
Permit fee formula
$25.00 base plus $8.00 per $1,000 of calculated construction value; valuation at $70/sq ft (residential livable), $35/sq ft (non-livable); porches/decks/sheds at $20/sq ft. Electrical, plumbing, and gas/HVAC permits: $25.00 each plus $25.00 per inspection. Pool permit: $25.00 plus $25.00 per inspection (electrical separate). Demolition: $50.00 flat.
Reinspection fee
$25.00
Penalty (no permit)
Stop work order: $25.00
Payment note
Contact Town Hall.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Building Inspector / Selectmen's Office to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (603) 473-5210 (phone)
Inspection hours
Town office hours; contact to confirm

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

Additional Resources

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Middleton Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Middleton, NH?
New construction, additions, alterations, demolition; separate permits required for electrical, plumbing, and gas/HVAC; permit must be obtained prior to work and posted on site.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Middleton, NH?
The minimum permit fee is $25.00. Fees are calculated as: $25.00 base plus $8.00 per $1,000 of calculated construction value; valuation at $70/sq ft (residential livable), $35/sq ft (non-livable); porches/decks/sheds at $20/sq ft. Electrical, plumbing, and gas/HVAC permits: $25.00 each plus $25.00 per inspection. Pool permit: $25.00 plus $25.00 per inspection (electrical separate). Demolition: $50.00 flat.. Plan check fee: Included in review.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Middleton, NH?
1. Download the building permit application from https://middletonnh.gov/uploads/bldg-permit-app.pdf. 2. Complete the application; include project description and applicable plans. 3. Note: NH-approved septic design is required before any new home construction permit can be issued. 4. Verify setback compliance: 20 ft from sidelines, 50 ft from frontline; septic must be 100 ft from wetlands and 75 ft from any surrounding well. 5. Submit to Town Hall and pay the permit fee. 6. Building Inspector reviews; separate permits are required for demo, building, electrical, plumbing, and gas/HVAC. 7. Permit issued; post conspicuously on job site. 8. Schedule required inspections.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Middleton, NH?
Inspections can be scheduled via: (603) 473-5210.

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