State Dating Laws In Rochester New Hampshire

Track Bills/Hearings of interest for the New Hampshire House of Representatives and Senate during the Legislative Session (January–June).

Office of the Commissioner

Laws
- RSA 72:12-d Demountable Greenhouse Taxation
- RSA 79-A Current Use Taxation
- RSA 79-F Taxation of Farm Structures and Land under Farm Structures
- RSA 184:106-110 Milk Producers Relief Fund
- RSA 259:12-e Commercial motor vehicle (including farm vehicle exemptions)
- RSA 259:44 Implement of husbandry
- RSA 259:108 Definition of tractor
- RSA 259:113 Definition of trailer
- RSA 261:82 Agricultural plates
- RSA 261:83 Farm tractor plates
- RSA 261:84 Farm plates
- RSA 266:46-a Slow moving vehicle emblems
- RSA 266:72 Spillage of materials
- RSA 425:2 General Functions of the NH Dept. of Agriculture, Markets & Food
- RSA 426-A Produce Safety
- RSA 672:1,III-b-d Planning and zoning (including agriculture and forestry)
- RSA 674:32-a-c Agricultural uses of land
Rules
- AGR 200 Department Proceedings
- AGR 3900 Produce Safety Farm Inspections

An Icy Sunset over Rochester Tonight. About Community. For all things related to the great state of New Hampshire. New Hampshire General Laws 1878: Trespasses, Malicious Acts, etc. Laws 281: The New Hampshire session laws from 1878, chapter 281, covers the state's cruelty to animals laws. Specifically, the law covers cruelty to animals and the treatment of animals during transportation. Only board certified GAL's fall under the jurisdiction of the State Certification Board. If you have a question about a Guardian ad Litems status please contact Christine.horne@oplc.nh.gov or 603-271-0607.

Agricultural Development

Laws
- RSA 21:34-a Definition of Agriculture (including agri-tourism, farmers' markets)
- RSA 143-A:12 Homestead Food license
- RSA 178:8 Wine manufacturer's license (including sales at farmers' markets)
- RSA 178:12-a Nano Brewery license (including sales at farmers' markets)
- RSA 184 Selling Milk and Dairy Products (including licensing, pasteurization, selling raw milk and cheese)
- RSA 236:70,VI Agriculture exempt from definition of 'Commercial' activities in regards to placement of signs along state highway areas
- RSA 236:72 Farms exempt from permits for signs along state highway areas
- RSA 236:73,V-a Farm signage allowed along state highway areas
- RSA 349:1,IV(d) Farmers' Market Trade Name Registration
- RSA 425:2-a The Granite State Farm to Plate Food Policy and Principles
- RSA 432:32-35 Nuisance Liability of Agricultural Operations (Right-to-Farm Law)
- RSA 508:14 Landowner Liability Limited
- RSA 672:1 Planning & Zoning Declaration of Purpose
- RSA 673:4-b Agricultural Commissions
- RSA 674:32-a-c Agricultural Uses of Land

Animal Industry

Laws
- RSA 427 Humane Slaughter; Livestock Auction; Shipment of Livestock
- RSA 428 Poultry & Poultry Products
- RSA 435 Breeding Animals; Treatment of Horses; Feeding Garbage to Swine
- RSA 436 Diseases of Domestic Animals
- RSA 437 Sale of Pets & Dispositions of Unclaimed Animals
- RSA 437-A Animal Population Control Program
- RSA 466 Dogs and Cats
- RSA 466-A Wolf Hybrids
- RSA 508.19 Limitation of Actions Liability; Equine Activities
- RSA 644:8 Cruelty to Animals
Rules
- Agr 300 Rabies Control
- Agr 1600 Poultry
- Agr 1700 Sale of Animals and Birds
- Agr 1900 Livestock Dealer Licensing
- Agr 2100 Importation of Domestic Animals
- Agr 2400 Equine Infectious Anemia
- Agr 2600 Livestock Events
- Agr 2700 Docking Tails of Horses
- Agr 2800 Animal Population Control
- Agr 2900 Equine Quarantine From CEM Countries
- Agr 3000 Licensing of Cats
- Agr 3100 Wolf Hybrids
- Agr 3300 Testing of Domestic Animals
- Agr 3500 Breeders Health Certificates for Dogs & Cats
- Agr 3700 Treatment of Horses

Pesticide Control

Laws
- RSA: 430:28-50 Pesticide Controls
- RSA 430:33 Pesticide Applicator Registration Certificates and Permits
- RSA 430:35 Pesticide Dealers
- RSA 430:36 Pesticide Product Registration
- RSA 430:50 Integrated Pest Management Program
Rules
- Pes 100 Organization Rules
- Pes 200 Procedural Rules
- Pes 300 Certification, Registration and Licensing Requirements
- Pes 400 Continued Status (License Renewals/Requirements)
- Pes 500 Restrictions on the Application of Pesticides by Commercial Applicators and Permittees
- Pes 600 Aquatic Application of Pesticides
- Pes 700 Sale and Use of Pesticides
- Pes 800 Disposal of Pesticides and Pesticide Containers
- Pes 900 Record Keeping and Reporting
- Pes 1000 Restrictions on the Use of Pesticides to Protect Ground and Surface Waters
- Pes 1100 Worker Protection

Plant Industry

Insect and Plant Pest Suppression
- Laws
Nurseries, Plant Dealers, and Nursery Stock
- Laws
- Rules
Invasive Species
- Laws
- Rules
Beekeeping and Hive Products
- Laws
  - RSA 429:1-12 Beekeeping
  - RSA 429:13, 429:20-27 Honey Products
- Rules
  - Agr 1800 Beekeeping

Regulatory Services

Farmland Preservation
- Laws
  - RSA 432:18-31-a Agricultural Land Preservation Program
  - RSA 673:4-b Agricultural Commissions
- Rules
  - Agr 700 Acquisition of Agricultural Land Development Rights (expired)
Feed, Fertilizer and Seed
- Laws
  - RSA 431:1-21 Fertilizer
  - RSA 431:22-32 Liming Materials
  - RSA 431:33-36 Manure, Agricultural Compost and Chemical Fertilizer Handling
  - RSA 433-A Horticultural Growing Media
  - RSA 433:1-15 Seed
  - RSA 435:17-31 Commercial Feed & Pet Food
- Rules
  - Agr 1100 Fertilizer
  - Agr 1200 Commercial Feed
  - Agr 2200 Seed
  - Agr 3200 Horticultural Growing Media (expired)
Food Products
- Laws
  - RSA 428:22-30 Shell Eggs
  - RSA 429:13-28 Maple and Honey Products
  - RSA 434:11-18 Grading and Marking Potatoes
  - RSA 434:19-32 Apples
  - RSA 434:40-b-h Cider
- Rules
  - Agr 901 Apples (expired)
  - Agr 904 Maple Syrup
  - Agr 905 Eggs (expired)
  - Agr 907 Cider (expired)
Quality Assurance
- Laws
  - RSA 426 Standards for Farm Products
  - RSA 426:5 Use of Words 'Native,' 'Local,' and 'Our Own'
  - RSA 434:59-61 Grading and Certification or Stamping of Native Lumber
- Rules
  - Agr 908 Grading and Certification or Stamping of Native Lumber (expired)
  - Agr 910 Organic Processors
  - Agr 911 Certification of Organically Produced Plant, Animal, Food or Fiber Commodities
  - Agr 1000 Seal of Quality
  - Agr 1300 Controlled Atmosphere (expired)

Weights and Measures

See RSA 438 generally: 'Standards for Weights and Measures.'

See RSA 339:30:a Posting of 'Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Prices.'

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See NIST Handbook 44, NIST Handbook 130, NIST Handbook 112 (National Institute of Standards & Technology Handbooks), which have been incorporated by reference into RSA 438.

Definitions
- Laws
  - RSA 438:1 Definitions
- Rules
  - Agr 1401 Weights and Measures Definitions
Public Weighmasters
- Rules
  - Agr 1402 Licensure Requirements
  - Agr 1403 Responsibilities and Prohibitions
Service Technicians
- Laws
  - RSA 438:5 Standards for Weights and Measures
  - RSA 438:14-a Registered Service Technician
- Rules
  - Agr 1404 Registration/Licensure Requirements
  - Agr 1405 Requirements and Reporting Duties (including testing equipment, privileges, reporting duties, requirements, use of security seals, certification stamps, sealing procedure, etc.)
Sale of Commodities
- Laws
  - RSA 438:20 Method of Sale of Commodities; General
  - RSA 438:21 Packages; Declarations of Quantity and Origin; Variations; Exemptions
  - RSA 438:22 Declarations of Unit Price on Random Packages
  - RSA 438: 23 Misleading Packages
  - RSA 438:24 Advertising Packages for Sale
  - RSA 438:25 Sale by Net Weight
  - RSA 438:26 Misrepresentation of Price
  - RSA 438:26-a Grocery Stores; Prices
  - RSA 438:32 Bulk Deliveries Sold in Terms of Weight and Delivered by Vehicle
  - RSA 438:32-a Services and Bulk Commodities Sold, Rendered, or Delivered in Terms of Weight by Vehicle
  - RSA 438:32-b Contents of Invoice
  - RSA 438:33 Furnace and Stove Oil
- Rules
  - Agr 1406 Method of Sale (including labeling, price posting, misrepresentation of quantity, etc.)
Licensing of Commercial Devices
- Laws
  - RSA 438:19 Duty of Owners of Incorrect Apparatus
- Rules
  - Agr 1407 Licensure Application and Annual Requirements (including annual inspection and certification requirements)
Posting and Advertising of Motor Vehicle Fuel
- Laws
  - RSA 438:20 Method of Sale of Commodities; General
  - RSA 438:26 Misrepresentation of Price
  - RSA 339:30-a 'Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Prices.'
- Rules
  - Agr 1408 Price Posting Requirements (including retail motor fuel, kerosene, diesel fuel, liquefied natural gas, LPG, etc.)
Temperature Correction for Refined Petroleum Products
- Laws
  - RSA 438:20 Method of Sale of Commodities; General
- Rules
  - Agr 1409 (including testing of automatic temperature-compensating systems, allowable meter error, petroleum products delivery tickets, etc.)
NH Weights and Measures Fees
- Laws
  - RSA 438:10-a Fees for Licensing Commercial Devices
- Rules
  - Agr 1410 NH Metrology Laboratory Fees, Licensure Fees for Service Technicians and Weighmasters
Violations of RSA 438:40,I and of Administrative Rules
- Laws
  - RSA 438:7 General Powers and Duties of Commissioner
  - RSA 438:8 Rulemaking Authority
- Rules
  - Agr 1411 violations of RSA 438:40,I and of Administrative Weights and Measures Rules; Written Warnings of Violation; Administrative Fines
Dating Prewrapped Sandwiches
- Laws
  - RSA 438:12 Inspection of Packages
  - RSA 438:13 Stop-Use, Stop-Removal Orders
  - RSA 438:15 Police Powers, Right of Entry and Stoppage
  - RSA 438:26-b Dating Prewrapped Sandwiches; Rulemaking
  - RSA 438:40 Offenses and Penalties
- Rules
  - Agr 1412 (including expiration dates, manufacturing dates, etc.)

State Conservation Committee

Laws

Chinburg has a proven track record of navigating the complicated world of new home construction in NH.

New home construction in NH, like in most states, can be a challenging and exciting process. A new home builder needs to sort through a great deal of information – especially when trying to interpret the many zoning laws and codes within the community in which they are building. This is why it’s essential to work with an experienced home builder like Chinburg Properties, well versed in navigating NH’s building laws and codes.

In addition to compliance with the myriad residential zoning laws, a builder must also consider the general guidelines outlined in the NH State Building Code. This is a set of minimum standards determined by the NH State Building Code Review Board. A builder may also need to adhere to federal standards depending upon the type of project they are propose. The potential need for environmental and historic review also should be considered.

With such a wide slate of necessary approvals and reviews a new home build requires, not to mention the associated costs, it’s no secret that new home construction in NH can take time and become expensive. At Chinburg Properties, we recognize that this process can be confusing. So instead of leaving one to wander, we’ve attempted to compile everything a home builder needs to know about new home construction in NH and put it all in one place.

And because handling all of the intricacies involved in new home building is our profession, we feel confident that the following information can be a helpful guide for new home construction.

Let’s start at the very beginning.

Let’s assume you’ve got your piece of land picked out, you’ve selected a builder and are now just getting into the planning stages of building your new home. What happens next? The following is helpful guidance a new home builder can follow that to help throughout the building process.

Do your research

The first logical step in new home construction involves doing your due diligence and truly learning what it will take to obtain the building permit.

The process a new home builder must follow in NH first begins with the New Hampshire Building Code. If unfamiliar, here’s a refresher:

“The “New Hampshire building code” (or “state building code” or “building code of the state of New Hampshire”) is really comprised of several codes: the International Building Code 2009, the International Plumbing Code 2009, the International Mechanical Code 2009, the International Energy Conservation Code 2009, the International Residential Code 2009, the International Existing Building Code 2009, and the National Electrical Code 2011.”

If you read the law further, you’ll notice there is a section that requires a new home builder to obtain a permit before starting new construction. This permit, however, is not granted by the state. Instead, the law allows for municipalities in NH to adopt “enforcement mechanisms” that allow them to grant permits for new building projects – meaning a builder must secure approval from the town or city in which they plan to build within.

“The local legislative body may enact as an ordinance or adopt, pursuant to the procedures of RSA 675:2-4, additional provisions of the state building code for the construction, remodeling, and maintenance of all buildings and structures in the municipality, provided that such additional regulations are not less stringent than the requirements of the state building code. The local legislative body may also enact a process for the enforcement of the state building code and any additional regulations thereto, and the provisions of a nationally recognized code that are not included in and are not inconsistent with the state building code.”

If you want to know more about the authority a municipality holds over granting a permit it is all spelled out here. But in general it’s good to know that towns and cities in NH may have regulations that could be considered more stringent than state regulations. This is to preserve the property and protect a municipality’s historic integrity. Most municipalities have the process a new home builder should follow spelled out on their web sites. If they don’t, it is helpful to swing by your local town hall to inquire further.

In addition to knowing the applicable state laws, it’s important for a new home builder to understand the nature of his/her project. A good way to do this is to ask the following questions:

What zone is my project located in?

This is an important question because it will help a new home builder determine what is expected of their project; such as what are the allowed uses, what are the setbacks and are there any open space requirements.

Is my project in a wetland area?

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If your project is in a wetland area chances are it will be subject to even more review and may need additional approvals from the state and local Conservation Commission.

Is my project in the “Historic District” of my community?

Not all municipalities have historic districts, but many do. If your project is in a “Historic District”, this mean it could also be subject to further review by the state and will likely need approvals from your community’s historic board or commission.

The answers to these questions will undoubtedly help you tackle the next obstacle in your new home construction journey. Now that you’ve done your research, let’s get into the process of applying for that building permit.

Applying for permits

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In some communities, applying for a building permit is easier than it used to be. Cities like Concord have all of their permit applications available online, while communities such as Nashua not only have all of the information a new home builder needs online, but also features a complete “How to Apply For A Building Permit” guide. Not every municipality will have this information available online – meaning you will need to pay a visit to town hall to pick them up in person.

State Dating Laws In Rochester New Hampshire

When applying for a permit, a new home builder will need supporting documentation; such as a certified plot plan, floor plans, elevation detail etc. Depending on the scope of the work, you will most likely require that a professional architect or engineer has certified the plans. Your project may also require further review or approvals, especially if it is located near a wetland area or if it involves a certain use that is not permitted in your zoning district.

In addition to a set of certified plans, a new home builder should be prepared to pay permit fees. The permits needed will vary depending on the scope of the project, and will cost money. A city like Portsmouth has its entire building permit fees schedule available online. The cost of permits varies based on the anticipated work. A new home builder can also be charged a fee based on the square footage of their project. There are also impact fees and zoning variance fees.

After applying and paying for a permit, a builder will then have to wait a week or two for planning officials to review and sign off on the application. This will vary depending upon the completeness of an application or the amount of work needed to properly review your project.

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(*Working without a permit is not only unsafe, but is against the law and can result in fines, surcharges and other penalties.)

The Review Process

If your parcel of land is not approved for development, the necessary review and approvals of land use boards is also a critical and involved step.

The size, location and use of the project could require several additional steps in the review process. If your project is in a historic district, it may need to go before the Historic District Commission or some equivalent. If it’s in a flood plain or near wetlands, it may need to go before the Conservation Commission. If the project being proposed doesn’t conform to zoning laws, it will also need to request a variance from the municipality Zoning Board.

One good suggestion we make to all new home builders is to surround themselves with professionals who can assist and/or manage the review process by presenting the project in front of the boards and commissions. These are usually the same professionals who helped draft and certify your plans.

The length of time or amount of review your project needs completely depends on its size and scope. You may need to attend multiple meetings and work sessions. Also be prepared to compromise – your project may go through various iterations throughout the review process.

The process of new home construction in NH can be time consuming. However, getting familiar with how and why the process works will go a long way in making it that much more manageable. The guidance we’ve provided above is very basic and could be even more stringent depending up on the type of project you are proposing, not to mention where it is located within your community. Once the permit is issued and the construction is completed, a new home building project will likely need final review before being granted a certificate of occupancy.

At Chinburg Properties, we understand that a builder must work within a specific framework when constructing a new home. We also understand that working your way through the approval process can be an intricate process. This is why choosing the right building professionals to help you is critical to completing your home on budget and on time.

Being a long-term home builder in NH means knowing the ins and outs of state and local laws. And as you’ve seen above, it’s also about being able to interpret the language of the codes and regulations. With more than 25 years experience in the field of building and development, Chinburg has a proven track record of navigating the often-complicated world of building in NH.

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