N.H. Rev. Stat. § 155-A:3

Current through Chapter 43 of the 2024 Legislative Session (with exception of Chapter 41 which is not yet available)

Section 155-A:3 - [Effective Until 7/1/2024] Local Amendments; Application

For a municipality which has adopted an enforcement mechanism or additional regulations to the state building code pursuant to RSA 674:51:

I. The municipality may adopt local amendments to the state building code pursuant to RSA 674:51. The issuance of permits and the collection of fees pursuant RSA 155-A:2, III and issuance of permits and certificates of occupancy pursuant to RSA 155-A:2, IV shall not be considered amendments to the building code and shall not be subject to RSA 674:51, II.

II.The procedure for amendment shall be in accordance with applicable statutes and local regulations.

III.At a minimum, the municipality shall ensure that implementation and enforcement includes:

(a) Review and acceptance of appropriate plans.

(b) Issuance of building permits.

(c) Inspection of the work authorized by the building permits.

(d) Issuance of appropriate use and occupancy certificates.

IV.

(a) The provisions of this chapter and any local amendments under this section shall not be construed to restrict or encumber the local governing body's authority relative to the appointment, removal, or duties of municipal employees and the organization of municipal departments.

(b) Any provision of the state building code that conflicts with existing or amended local ordinances, regulations, policies, practices, or procedures regarding the appointment, removal, or duties of municipal employees and the organization of municipal departments, shall not apply provided that the ordinances, regulations, policies, practices, or procedures do not prevent effective enforcement of the state building code or state fire code.

V. Any ordinance adopted under RSA 674:51 by a local legislative body shall be submitted to the state building code review board for informational purposes.

RSA 155-A:3

Amended by 2022 , 242: 1, eff. 1/1/2023.

Amended by 2022 , 311: 6, eff. 7/1/2022.

Amended by 2012 , 242: 12, eff. 6/18/2012.

2002, 8:3, eff. Sept. 14, 2002.

This section is set out more than once due to postponed, multiple, or conflicting amendments.