Get New Hampshire Permit 2018-2024

Do I need a permit for a shed at my house? A shed under 200 square feet does not require a building permit. Although, a Land Use Permit is required for any size shed. Therefore, a Building and Land Use application will need to be submitted with a Plot Plan showing where the proposed shed will be located.

The State of New Hampshire issued licensed for Electricians, Plumbers, Gas Technicians and some other Subcontractors. Homeowners should NEVER hire unlicensed contractors. (Note: The State of New Hampshire does not currently require licensing for building contractors.

About Decks and Porches A deck, defined as a platform or structure typically made of wood that is constructed above the ground, requires a building permit. A porch is a deck that is fully or partially covered by a roof overhang extending from the adjacent house and also requires a building permit.

Yes, you must apply for and be granted a building permit. A carport must be properly secured to the ground and must meet the setback requirements for the zone.

Non-habitable one-story detached accessory structures* used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 200 square feet and a height of 10 feet measured from the finished floor level to the top of the top plate.

Permits are required for new and renovation construction based on the provisions of the current NH State Building Code and applicable amendments.

In New Hampshire, building permits are issued by you town or city government. In order to get a building permit, you will need to file an application along with any required documents at the town Building Department and pay the applicable permit fee.

All new construction requires a Building Permit, including porches, decks, swimming pools (above and in-ground), garages and (sheds that are over 200 square feet in size) as well as most renovation projects.