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

1. Obtain building permit application from Town Office at 856 US Route 10 or download from town website. 2. Complete application including: name of general contractor; names and license numbers of electrician and plumber; estimated project value (reasonable estimate of material and labor cost, even if doing construction yourself). 3. Prepare a complete set of plans with construction details, elevations, and location of building and septic. For small projects, a simple sketch is acceptable. 4. Submit completed application with supporting documents and fee to Town Office. 5. Application reviewed; permit issued upon approval. 6. Post permit on job site. 7. Schedule required inspections. 8. Final inspection.

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

Inspections can be scheduled via: (603) 863-3213.

City Building Permits

Town of Lempster, NH - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

New Hampshire Sullivan County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Lempster; rural town in central Sullivan County (population approximately 1,100). Building permit application and procedure document available at town office and on town website. Planning Board handles subdivision and site plan review.

Department: Building Inspector / Town Office
Address: 856 US Route 10, Lempster, NH 03605
Phone: (603) 863-3213
Website: https://lempsternh.org/boards-committees/planning-board/

Online Permit Portal

Open Town of Lempster Website

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

Additional resources:

Building Permit Application and Procedure (PDF)

Application Process

Obtain building permit application from Town Office at 856 US Route 10 or download from town website.
Complete application including: name of general contractor; names and license numbers of electrician and plumber; estimated project value (reasonable estimate of material and labor cost, even if doing construction yourself).
Prepare a complete set of plans with construction details, elevations, and location of building and septic. For small projects, a simple sketch is acceptable.
Submit completed application with supporting documents and fee to Town Office.
Application reviewed; permit issued upon approval.
Post permit on job site.
Schedule required inspections.
Final inspection.

Source: Building Inspector / Town Office

General Requirements

New construction; additions; alterations; accessory structures. Application requires listing of general contractor and licensed electrician and plumber (with license numbers).

Required Documents

Completed application
Construction plans with details and elevations
Location of building and septic
For small projects a sketch is acceptable

Building code: NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A).
Owner-builder: Owner may perform construction themselves but must still provide estimated value of material and labor.
Contractor requirements: Application requires name and license number of NH-licensed electrician and plumber; no state GC license in NH.

Fees

Payment note: Contact Town Office at (603) 863-3213.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

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

Inspections

How to Schedule

(603) 863-3213 (phone)

Inspection hours: Contact town for current office hours.

Typical inspection sequence: Foundation, framing, rough-in, final inspection.

Additional Resources

Building code: NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A).
Zoning information: View zoning info
Building Permit Application and Procedure (updated August 2025)
NH State Building Permit Program
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 / Town Office before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Lempster Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Lempster, NH?: New construction; additions; alterations; accessory structures. Application requires listing of general contractor and licensed electrician and plumber (with license numbers).
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Lempster, NH?: 1. Obtain building permit application from Town Office at 856 US Route 10 or download from town website. 2. Complete application including: name of general contractor; names and license numbers of electrician and plumber; estimated project value (reasonable estimate of material and labor cost, even if doing construction yourself). 3. Prepare a complete set of plans with construction details, elevations, and location of building and septic. For small projects, a simple sketch is acceptable. 4. Submit completed application with supporting documents and fee to Town Office. 5. Application reviewed; permit issued upon approval. 6. Post permit on job site. 7. Schedule required inspections. 8. Final inspection.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Lempster, NH?: Inspections can be scheduled via: (603) 863-3213.

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