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Building & Code

The responsibilities of the Building Department are detailed below. Please contact us with any questions you may have regarding the services we provide at (603) 875-2164, or by the contact form on our website.

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Permits and complaint forms may now be submitted online

**A full size set of plans will still need to be submitted to the building dept. for all new construction prior to permits being reviewed**

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The Building Department can only accept cash or a check for the payment of permits and copies

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The Building Department has been and is receiving a high volume of Permit applications. As a result, the average processing time to review and approve a permit is approximately two to four weeks. Incomplete permit applications are on hold until all information is received. Please plan accordingly. Understand that we will call or email you if we have questions, or when your permit is ready.

Apply for a Permit
Submit a Complaint

Functions

The Code Official / Building Inspector, is responsible for the interpretation and application of all State and Town Statutes (Laws), Codes, Ordinances, Regulations, and Rules related to the issuance of:

  • Building Permits for Residential and Non-Residential Construction
  • Electrical Permits for Residential and Non-Residential Construction
  • Plumbing Permits for Residential and Non-Residential Construction
  • Gas Piping Permits for Residential and Non-Residential Construction
  • Demolition Permits
  • Sign Permits
  • Septic Installation Permits
  • Well Installation Permits

Services

  • Public outreach, education, and assistance relating to State and Town Laws, Codes, Ordinances, and Regulations.
  • Field inspections for all phases of construction.
  • Issuance of Certificates of Occupancy.

Health

Functions

The Code Official / Health Officer, is responsible for the following:

  • Enforcement of State and Town Public Health Statutes, Codes, Ordinances, Regulations, and Rules.
  • Septic design review and pre-approval.
  • Investigating complaints, including but not limited to, rental housing standards, septic system failures, and other unsanitary conditions on both public and private properties.

Services

  • Public outreach, education, and assistance regarding interpretation and application of State and Town Health related Laws, Codes, Ordinances, Regulations, and Rules.
  • Inspections of Day Care establishments, Foster Homes, and Schools as required.

Complaints

Complaints to the Health Officer must be filed in writing. You may obtain complaint forms online in the Document Center section of our website or at the Building Department Office. Forms must be completed in order to be processed; we do not reveal the identity of individuals submitting complaints unless otherwise instructed by the person making the complaint.

Zoning

Functions

The Code Official / Zoning Officer, is responsible for the following:

  • Interpreting the Town’s Zoning Ordinance and making Administrative Decisions of those interpretations concerning the use of properties in regards to area and density standards, setbacks, nonconforming uses and structures, construction, establishment of new businesses, compliance of existing businesses to approved plans, and other standards.
  • Assisting individuals who submit applications to the Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA). Informs the applicant what action is appropriate (Special Exception, Variance, etc.) and provides guidance on how to complete the application, and reviews it for completeness along with Planning Department staff.
  • Attends ZBA meetings as the Town’s Staff Representative.
  • Enforcement of the Town’s Zoning Ordinance, Site Plan Review, and Subdivision Regulations. Receives and takes action on a wide variety of complaints.

Complaints

Complaints to the Zoning Officer must be filed in writing. You may obtain complaint forms online in the Document Center section of our website or at the Building Department Office. Forms must be completed in order to be processed; we do not reveal the identity of individuals submitting complaints unless otherwise instructed by the person making the complaint.