New Durham, NH — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Building Inspector / Code Enforcement Officer / Health Officer

Street address

4 Main Street, PO Box 207, New Durham, NH 03855

Phone

(603) 859-2091

Coverage

Town of New Durham issues all building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits within town limits.

Online portal

Town of New Durham Documents

Paper-based

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for New Durham

All new construction, additions, alterations, demolition, and trade work; a Building Permit Application must be submitted for Zoning Setback review (no fee for zoning review only).

Scope of work

Permit?

Stopping leaks in drains, clearing stoppages, or repairing leaks in pipes or fixtures without replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes, or fixtures

Exempt

Exempt Stopping leaks in drains, clearing stoppages, or repairing leaks in pipes or fixtures without replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes, or fixtures

Note: A Zoning Setback review application is still required (at no fee) even for exempt construction. Contact the Building Inspector at (603) 859-2091 to confirm whether specific work requires a permit.

Required documents

Completed application
Project description
Site plan
Floor plans
Contractor license information

Building code: NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A).
Contractor requirements: All trade work requires NH state licenses.

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Download the building permit application from https://www.newdurhamnh.us/uploads/building_permit_app.pdf.
02

Complete the application with project details, construction value, and contractor info.
03

Submit to the Building Inspector with all required plans.
04

Pay the permit fee at submission.
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Building Inspector reviews and issues the permit.
06

Post permit on job site.
07

Schedule inspections by calling (603) 859-2091; at least 36 hours notice required.
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Final inspection conducted; Certificate of Occupancy issued upon passing.

Source: Building Inspector / Code Enforcement Officer / Health Officer ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

New Durham building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$30.00

Plan check fee

Included in permit fee

Permit fee formula

$30.00 flat fee plus $5.00 per $1,000 of construction value; valuation calculated at: $70/sq ft (residential livable), $35/sq ft (non-livable space), $30/sq ft (remodeling), $20/sq ft (porches/decks/sheds). Other fees: Electrical permit $50.00 flat; Plumbing permit $50.00 flat; Re-roof/siding/windows $25.00 per permit; Swimming pool $50.00 flat; Demolition $25.00 flat.

Reinspection fee

$25.00 re-inspection fee after a third inspection is required

Payment due at application submission. All flat fees are non-refundable.

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

(603) 859-2091 (phone)

Scheduling deadline: At least 36 hours notice required

Typical sequence: Not fully published; contact the inspector; re-inspection fee applies after the third inspection for the same issue.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about New Durham permits

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

All new construction, additions, alterations, demolition, and trade work; a Building Permit Application must be submitted for Zoning Setback review (no fee for zoning review only).

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

Building permit fees in New Durham, NH are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $30.00. Fees are calculated as: $30.00 flat fee plus $5.00 per $1,000 of construction value; valuation calculated at: $70/sq ft (residential livable), $35/sq ft (non-livable space), $30/sq ft (remodeling), $20/sq ft (porches/decks/sheds). Other fees: Electrical permit $50.00 flat; Plumbing permit $50.00 flat; Re-roof/siding/windows $25.00 per permit; Swimming pool $50.00 flat; Demolition $25.00 flat.. Plan check fee: Included in permit fee.

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

To apply for a building permit in New Durham, NH, follow these steps: 1. Download the building permit application from https://www.newdurhamnh.us/uploads/building_permit_app.pdf. 2. Complete the application with project details, construction value, and contractor info. 3. Submit to the Building Inspector with all required plans. 4. Pay the permit fee at submission. 5. Building Inspector reviews and issues the permit. 6. Post permit on job site. 7. Schedule inspections by calling (603) 859-2091; at least 36 hours notice required. 8. Final inspection conducted; Certificate of Occupancy issued upon passing.

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

Not all construction work requires a permit in New Durham, NH. The following work is generally exempt: Stopping leaks in drains, clearing stoppages, or repairing leaks in pipes or fixtures without replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes, or fixtures. Note: A Zoning Setback review application is still required (at no fee) even for exempt construction. Contact the Building Inspector at (603) 859-2091 to confirm whether specific work requires a permit. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in New Durham, NH? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in New Durham, NH via: (603) 859-2091. At least 36 hours notice required.

last verified April 2026 source Building Inspector / Code Enforcement Officer / Health Officer ↗ entry id permits/new-hampshire/strafford/new-durham

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