Permit Required. Anyone proposing to construct, alter or relocate a driveway, including a temporary driveway, within the right-of-way, or to change or expand the use of a lot accessed by a driveway (an applicant) shall obtain a permit from the Town. The application shall be directed to the Secretary, who shall, in the case of any inconsistencies, uncertainties, questions or lack of clarity in the application, require notification to abutters and present it to the Planning Board for its review. The issuance of a driveway permit by the Secretary is not evidence of compliance with the requirements imposed by an approved subdivision, site or other plan, including any specific requirements imposed upon the location or construction of the driveway, the requirements of which take precedence over a driveway permit. Elements of a proposed driveway that are inconsistent with an approved plan require Planning Board approval.
Performance Guarantee. In appropriate cases, including in connection with the issuance of a temporary permit, the Planning Board may require the applicant to provide a suitable performance guarantee to secure the construction of the proposed driveway compliance with the conditions to the issuance of the permit and the other requirements of these regulations.
Expiration. A driveway permit shall expire one year after its issuance. If construction is not complete at that time, upon good cause shown and payment of an additional application fee, the Secretary may extend the permit for a reasonable additional period.
State Permit. Before applying for a permit from the Town, an applicant shall obtain a permit from the New Hampshire Department of Transportation (DOT) for any driveway accessing a State highway, a copy of which shall accompany the application.
Temporary Permit. Anyone proposing to construct temporary access to a lot for construction, logging or other activities shall obtain a temporary permit from the Town, a copy of which shall be provided to the Planning Board. Temporary permits shall be valid for a period of six months, which may be extended by the Road Agent for an additional six months upon request.
