City Building Permits

Town of Croydon, NH - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

New Hampshire Sullivan County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Croydon; small rural town in northeastern Sullivan County. Building permits administered through the Select Board. Town is very small (population approximately 800); may rely in part on NH State Building Permit Program for technical enforcement.

Department
Select Board
Address
Town Hall, Croydon, NH
Website
https://www.croydon-nh.com/select-board

Online Permit Portal

Open Town of Croydon Website

Platform: Town website • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Download Building Permit Application from the town website.
  2. If project involves a septic system, see the Select Board for Septic Approval before submitting building permit application.
  3. Prepare site plan and construction documents.
  4. Submit completed application to Town Hall during office hours (Monday through Wednesday 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM).
  5. Select Board reviews application.
  6. Permit issued upon approval; post on job site.
  7. Schedule inspections as required.
  8. Final inspection.

Source: Select Board

General Requirements

New construction; additions; alterations; accessory structures; new buildings on Class VI roads (note: building on a Class VI road requires Select Board acknowledgment that the town accepts no responsibility for road maintenance).

Required Documents

  • Completed building permit application
  • Site plan
  • Septic Approval (if applicable)
Building code
NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A); enforcement through Select Board. Given Croydon's very small size, the State Building Permit Program may provide technical assistance.
Contractor requirements
NH-licensed electricians and plumbers required; no state GC license in NH.

Fees

Payment note
Contact Town Hall during office hours (Monday through Wednesday 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Select Board to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Contact Town Hall (phone)
Inspection hours
Town Hall office hours: Monday through Wednesday 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Contact office for project-specific sequence.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Select Board before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Croydon Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Croydon, NH?
New construction; additions; alterations; accessory structures; new buildings on Class VI roads (note: building on a Class VI road requires Select Board acknowledgment that the town accepts no responsibility for road maintenance).
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Croydon, NH?
1. Download Building Permit Application from the town website. 2. If project involves a septic system, see the Select Board for Septic Approval before submitting building permit application. 3. Prepare site plan and construction documents. 4. Submit completed application to Town Hall during office hours (Monday through Wednesday 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM). 5. Select Board reviews application. 6. Permit issued upon approval; post on job site. 7. Schedule inspections as required. 8. Final inspection.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Croydon, NH?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Contact Town Hall.

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