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The Importance of Obtaining Land Use Permits Prior to Building

Construction and Permission

In New Hampshire and other states around the U.S., state law requires that individuals obtain permission from local and/or state/federal agencies prior to construction of new or renovated structures. These permissions depend on the type of construction sought. They can range from local planning and zoning approvals (such as building permits, variances, and/or special exceptions) to complex … Read the rest

A Brief Overview of Land Use Appeals

Local land use boards, such as zoning boards and planning boards, issue decisions on applications—such as site plan applications, subdivision applications, variances, and special exceptions—based on the information presented by the applicant(s) and considered in accordance with state law and local ordinance provisions. Boards may reject or deny applications or petitions when evidence is lacking, or the board finds issue … Read the rest