City Building Permits

Town of Springfield, NH - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

New Hampshire Sullivan County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Springfield in central Sullivan County (population approximately 1,400). Springfield has a dedicated Building and Zoning Department with separate contacts for zoning coordinator and administrative questions. Zoning permits requiring Planning Board or ZBA approval are distinct from building permits.

Department
Building and Zoning Department
Address
2750 Main Street, Springfield, NH 03284
Website
https://springfieldnh.org/department/building-and-zoning-department/

Online Permit Portal

Open Town of Springfield Building and Zoning Department

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

Application Process

  1. Contact Building and Zoning Department to determine which permits are required. For general project/administrative questions: Tamara Butcher at admin@springfieldnh.org. For zoning permit questions (if Planning Board or ZBA approval needed first): Tim Bray at permits@springfieldnh.org.
  2. Download applicable application forms from the Documents/Applications archive.
  3. If project requires Planning Board or ZBA approval, obtain that approval before building permit.
  4. Prepare required documents: site plan, construction drawings, applicable supporting materials.
  5. Submit completed application; applicable fees as established by the Board of Selectmen must accompany the application.
  6. Permit reviewed and issued upon approval.
  7. Post permit on job site.
  8. Schedule required inspections.
  9. Final inspection.

Source: Building and Zoning Department

General Requirements

New construction; additions; alterations; zoning changes (zoning permit); site plan review (commercial/larger projects). See 2025 Zoning Ordinance for complete scope.

Required Documents

  • Completed application
  • Site plan
  • Construction drawings
  • Fees per Board of Selectmen schedule must accompany application
Building code
NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A); Springfield 2025 Zoning Ordinance; Sewage Disposal and Well Regulations (amended November 12, 2024).
Contractor requirements
NH-licensed electricians and plumbers required; no state GC license in NH.

Fees

Payment note
Fees established by the Board of Selectmen; contact admin@springfieldnh.org or permits@springfieldnh.org for current schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Building and Zoning Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • permits@springfieldnh.org or admin@springfieldnh.org (email)
Inspection hours
Contact office for current hours; Town Office at 2750 Main Street.

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 Building and Zoning Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Springfield Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Springfield, NH?
New construction; additions; alterations; zoning changes (zoning permit); site plan review (commercial/larger projects). See 2025 Zoning Ordinance for complete scope.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Springfield, NH?
1. Contact Building and Zoning Department to determine which permits are required. For general project/administrative questions: Tamara Butcher at admin@springfieldnh.org. For zoning permit questions (if Planning Board or ZBA approval needed first): Tim Bray at permits@springfieldnh.org. 2. Download applicable application forms from the Documents/Applications archive. 3. If project requires Planning Board or ZBA approval, obtain that approval before building permit. 4. Prepare required documents: site plan, construction drawings, applicable supporting materials. 5. Submit completed application; applicable fees as established by the Board of Selectmen must accompany the application. 6. Permit reviewed and issued upon approval. 7. Post permit on job site. 8. Schedule required inspections. 9. Final inspection.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Springfield, NH?
Inspections can be scheduled via: permits@springfieldnh.org or admin@springfieldnh.org.

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