Building Permit Information

Please note that all requests for mechanical inspections be made by calling the Community Development Department at 603-673-6041 x206 


On August 2, 2024, Governor Sununu signed into law House Bill 1059, which updated the NH State Building Code (RSA 155-A) to the 2021 editions with NH amendments. Note, the Energy Code remains the 2018 edition. The following code updates, retroactively, went into effect July 1, 2024, however, it will not be fully enforced until January 1, 2025. 

The Updated NH State Building and Fire Codes: 

2021 International Building Code 

2021 International Residential Code 

2021 International Plumbing Code 

2021 International Mechanical Code 

2021 International Existing Building Code 

2018 International Energy Conservation Code 

2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code 

2020 National Electrical Code, NFPA 70 2021 Fire Code, NFPA 1 2021 Life Safety Code, NFPA 101

PERMIT APPLICATIONS

ACCESS TO ONLINE PERMITTING IS TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED WHILE WE TRANSITION SOFTWARE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE.
 
All permit applications should be submitted to John Yule, [email protected], either by email or in-person at Town Hall. All permits must be accompanied by payment in full at time of submission.
  • Electrical and Plumming Permit
  • Permits are required in the Town of Amherst for all new construction, additions, remodels, sheds, decks, porches, new and replacement septic systems, swimming pools, signs, roofing and most  other improvements.
  • Building permit applications are processed as quickly as possible, however, many factors play a role into the length of time a permit application takes. Accuracy and completeness of information have a major effect on application review time, as well as the fluctuations in the seasonal workload.  Permit applications with incomplete or missing information only delay an approval process. Good project planning is the best way to assure your permit will be ready when you are.  Permit applications are available anytime so there are no restrictions against applying for a permit months in advance of your project. All permit fees must be paid prior to the Building Official reviewing or approving a permit. 
  • Please be advised that per NH law, RSA 676:13, the Building Official has 30 days for completed residential applications or 60 days for completed commercial applications to either approve or deny any permit application. No work can begin without an approved building permit.

INSPECTIONS

All Inspections for Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Pools and Mechanical other than fuel fired need to be scheduled with John at 603-673-6041 Ext 206 or by email at [email protected].

DEMOLITION

All projects that have demolition require hazardous material testing required by the State of New Hampshire, testing results will need to be provided before a permit is issued. More info can be found HERE

 

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