Talent Bank Application are available at the Town Hall or by following the link to the application.

Talent Bank Form.pdf

Filing for a candidacy opens Wednesday January 22, 2025 and goes through Friday January 31, 2025. Please note that per RSA 669:39 A person filing for office on the last day MUST file in person.

Hours to File for Candidacy:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:00am-6:00pm

Wednesday 8:00am-4:00pm

Friday- In person only 3:00pm-5:00pm

Friday January 31, 2025 the clerks office will be open only for the hours of 3:00pm-5:00pm for filing purposes only per RSA’s 669:19 & 669:20

Below are the offices open for Filing:

Selectman- 1: 3 year position

Budget Committee- 2: 3 year positions

Cemetery Trustees- 1: 3 year position

Library Trustees- 2: 3 year positions

Planning Board- 1: 3 year positions and 1: 2 year position

Town Clerk- 1: 3 year position

Trustee of the Trust Funds- 1: 3 year position

Zoning Board of Adjustments- 1: 2 year position and 2- 3 year positions

Pursuant to RSA 669:19, 652:20 the Filing Period for Filing Declarations of Candidacy is:

January 21, 2026 through January 30, 2026

Hours of Filing:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 8:00am-6:00pm, Wednesday: 8:00am-4:00pm, Friday: 3:00pm-5:00pm

The Following offices are open for Filing:

One (1)- Selectboard Member 3 Year Term

Two (2)- Budget Committee Member 3 Year Terms

One (1)- John C. Shirley Cemetery Trustee 3 Year Term

One (1)- Library Trustee 3 Year Term

One (1)-Moderator 2 Year Term

Two (2)- Planning Board Member 3 Year Terms

One (1)- Supervisor of the Checklist 6 Year Term

One (1)- Trustee of the Trust Funds 3 Year Term

Two (2)- Zoning Board of Adjustments 3 Year Terms

One (1)- Zoning Board of Adjustments 2 Year Term

Below is the Zoom Link to watch and it will also be available via Town Hall Streams:

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Thank you for your cooperation.

In accordance with NH RSA 36-A:4, the Conservation Commission will hold a Public Hearing for the purpose of receiving public comment on a withdrawal from the Conservation Fund to support stewardship efforts for the Mt. Jesse conservation project to the east of Merrymeeting Lake in New Durham, in coordination with the Southeast Land Trust of New Hampshire.

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EFFECTIVE 1/1/2026

In 2026 New Hampshire Department of Safety (DMV) will be increasing several fees for various services and registrations.

Below are some state fee increases:

Title Fee: the NH title fee will increase from $25 to $35

Vehicle Registrations:

0-3000lbs: $2.60 per month will increase to $3.50

3001-5000lbs: $3.60 per month will increase to $4.00 per month

5001-8000lbs: $4.60 per month will increase to $5.50 per month

Agricultural Vehicles: will increase from $3.60 to $12.00

Tractors: will increase from $1.80-$12.00

Trailers will increase as well

Motorcycle Registration: Fee will increase from $15-$30

Antiques Registration: Fees will increase from $6.00 to $16

Vanity Plates: Will increase from $40.00 to $60.00

-These are just some of the increases and not all of them. If you have specific questions, please contact the Town Clerks Office

Concord, NH – The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES), Dam Bureau is planning to change the water level in Jones Pond in New Durham after ice out occurs in the spring of 2026.  In accordance with RSA 482:13, the NHDES Engineering and Construction Section of the Dam Bureau is notifying the local governing bodies and the NHDES Dam Safety and Inspection Section of the Dam Bureau that the stoplogs in Jones Pond Dam will be removed resulting in a water surface decrease of approximately 4 to 5 feet from its current elevation.  The removal of stoplogs will assist with ongoing engineering and wetland studies within Jones Pond. Jones Pond will remain in a lowered state until the dam is removed.

Also in accordance with RSA 482:13, we are holding a public informational meeting to discuss the details and answer questions concerning the change.  This meeting is to take place at the New Durham Select Board meeting on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 5:30pm at the New Durham Town Hall located at 4 Main Street, New Durham, NH 03855.  

For more information, please contact Charlie Krautmann, NHDES Dam Bureau at charles.s.krautmann@des.nh.gov or 603-419-0894.

Recreation Assistant, Part Time, 10-14 hours per week $16.00/Hour.

Full-Time Police Officer

Part-Time Police Department Administrative Assistant

A Full time DPW Light or Heavy Equipment Operator, CDL License required Full

For further information please contact:

Rec Director Celeste Chasse, ndrec@newdurhamnh.gov

DPW Manager Will Cardinal, dpwmanager@newdurhamnh.gov

Police Chief Eric Millar, emillar@newdurhamnh.gov.

Please follow the link for employment applications https://www.newdurhamnh.us/uploads/employment*application*-_fillable.pdf

New Durham is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The new presentation date is Thursday April 3, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the Community Room.

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Any emails that you would receive for payments would only be from: Town of New Durham NH, and these would be for auto registrations or dogs only.

If you are unsure please do not click any links and call the Town Offices you need verification it is a safe email.

Any questions, please give us a call at the Highway Shed! 603-859-8000.

Thank you!

Job Descriptions can be found below by clicking the available position.

Town Administrator

Finance Manager

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Please accept our apologies for the short notice.

Meetinghouse Public Forum Results from the June 13th meeting.

• 2024 Meetinghouse Public Forum Results

A recording of the meeting will be posted to the Town website.

A copy of the presentation can be found on the Town Website/Documents/Dam information or by following the link below.

https://www.newdurhamnh.us/documents

Please follow the link to attend the meeting by Zoom.

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• Forum Notes
• Survey Results

New Durham Librarian Caitlyn Frost has been named the New Hampshire Librarian of the Year and will receive the award from a member of the State Library Trustees.

The grand reopening of the newly remodeled library will also take place to showcase the expanded entry and circulation desk, making navigating entering and exiting the library much easier for all.

Light refreshments will be served throughout the afternoon with ceremonies beginning at 5:30.

We will continue to update you with PD news as it happens.

How did your water body stack up?

Join us on November 18, 2025 at 7pm in the Community Room for a presentation of the results of the 2025 water testing. Bob Craycraft is the lakes monitor program coordinator at UNH.  This will include: Merrymeeting Lake, Marchs Pond, Chalk Pond, Marsh Pond, Jones Pond, Downing Pond and Shaws Pond.  All are welcomed.

NEW DURHAM, NH

The Town of New Durham, NH is seeking a progressive, community-oriented, working, part time Fire Chief to lead this on-call Fire Department (Operating Budget around $400,000; Capital/Equipment Budget >$100,000). The New Durham Fire Department is in the process of determining an authorized staffing structure of on-call Officers, ambulance personnel, and firefighters and the part time Fire Chief will be an integral part of this public safety responsibility. This part-time Fire Chief position is anticipated to require 30 hours per week.

With approximately 2,800 residents, New Durham is a quintessential New England community that is part of New Hampshire’s Lakes Region with Merrymeeting Lake at its core. Additionally, the Town has multiple other recreational resources such as SELT Birch Ridge conservation land of about 2,200 acres. New Durham is approximately 41 square miles with 2.8 miles of inland water way. New Durham is known for its’ fishing, hunting, hiking, and snowmobiling. With Route 11, New Durham has easy access to the New Hampshire Seacoast and the White Mountains. The Town has a SB2 form of government with an appointed Town Administrator and an elected 3-member Select Board.

A bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred but fire department experience is essential. At least five years in supervisory, command or administrative positions, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Training and / or certification as an EMT is preferred. Starting salary $35 to $45 per hour commensurate with qualifications. New Durham is an equal opportunity employer.

For further information potential candidates are directed to contact the New Durham Town Administrator at ndadmin@newdurhamnh.gov or (603) 859-2091, x3.

To apply submit a resume and cover letter, in confidence, as a PDF attachment to ndadmin@newdurhamnh.gov by Friday, July 18th, 2025, at 1 PM EDT.

Duties include greeting and directing the public through the facility in compliance with SWF rules, actively participating in the collection and processing of waste and recycling product, brush burning, compacter operations, and maintaining the grounds and ensuring the cleanliness of the facility, and assessing and collection of disposal fees.

Must be able to operate power equipment, have simple math skills, and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, other Town Officials, and especially the public.

The position is for 16-20 hours per week with a starting salary of $15.00.

Interested individuals may apply by forwarding a completed application to the Department of Public Works at nddpw@newdurhamnh.gov or by mail to

Town of New Durham, PO Box 207, New Durham, NH 03855

The Town of New Durham in an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment Application

NOTICE

Due to a scheduling conflict, the Planning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at

7:00 PM will be moved to Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 7:00 PM in the New Durham Community Room.

Scott A. and Ellen A. Arrigoni

You are hereby notified that a hybrid Public Hearing will be held in person and over Zoom by the New Durham Planning Board on Monday, February 2, 2026, at 7:00 pm in the New Durham Town Hall. The hearing is regarding a Stormwater Conditional Use Permit within the Residential, Agricultural, Recreational Zoning District, the Steep Slopes Conservation District, and the Shore Front Conservation Area submitted by Thomas W. Varney, of Varney Engineering, LLC., on behalf of Scott A. and Ellen A. Arrigoni for property at Map 114, Lot 037, at 392 South Shore Road, New Durham, New Hampshire.

In case of cancellation due to weather, the Hearing will be held on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review during normal business hours. If you have any questions on Zoom meeting, please contact the Land Use Admin. Assistant at ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov or the Planning Board.

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment during normal business by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

Pamela Cooley

You are hereby notified that a hybrid Public Hearing will be held in person and over Zoom by the New Durham Planning Board on Monday, February 2, 2026, at 7:00 pm in the New Durham Town Hall. The hearing is regarding a Stormwater Conditional Use Permit within the Residential, Agricultural, Recreational Zoning District, the Steep Slopes Conservation District, and the Shore Front Conservation Area submitted by Thomas W. Varney, of Varney Engineering, LLC., on behalf of Pamela Cooley for property at Map 118, Lot 038, at 349 Merrymeeting Road, New Durham, New Hampshire.

In case of cancellation due to weather, the Hearing will be held on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review during normal business hours. If you have any questions on Zoom meeting, please contact the Land Use Admin. Assistant at ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov or the Planning Board.

You are hereby notified that a hybrid Public Hearing to be held in person and over Zoom by the New Durham Planning Board has been rescheduled to Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at 7:00 pm in the New Durham Town Hall due to today’s snow storm. The hearing is regarding a Subdivision within the Residential, Agricultural, Recreational Zoning District and the Wetlands Conservation Overlay submitted by Randolph R. Tetreault, of Norway Plains Associates, Inc., on behalf of Kenneth H. & Sandra Dickie and Steve DePalma & Kelly Dyer for property at Map 267, Lot 001, at 72 Ten Rod Road, New Durham, New Hampshire. The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review during normal business hours.

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment during normal business by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

You are, hereby, notified that a hybrid Public Hearing will be held in person and over Zoom by the New Durham Planning Board on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at 7:00 pm. The hearing is regarding a Subdivision – Design Review within the Residential, Agricultural, Recreational Zoning District and the Wetlands Conservation Overlay submitted by Randolph R. Tetreault of Norway Plains Associates, Inc. on behalf of Kenneth H. & Sandra Dickie and Steve DePalma & Kelly Dyer for property at Map 267, Lot 001, 72 Ten Rod Road, New Durham, New Hampshire.

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment during normal business by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

Brenda J. Farmer, Trustee, Brenda J. Farmer Revocable Trust

You are hereby notified that a hybrid Public Hearing will be held in person and over Zoom by the New Durham Planning Board on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 7:00 pm in the New Durham Town Hall. The hearing is regarding a Stormwater Conditional Use Permit within the Residential, Agricultural, Recreational Zoning District and the Shore Front Conservation Area submitted by Thomas W. Varney, PE, Varney Engineering, LLC, on behalf of Brenda J. Farmer, Trustee, Brenda J. Farmer Revocable Trust, for property at Map 122, Lots 021 and 022, at 130 South Shore Road, New Durham, New Hampshire.

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment during normal business by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

Susanne Fuller and Sarah McPhee

You are hereby notified that a hybrid Public Hearing will be held in person and over Zoom by the New Durham Planning Board on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at 7:00 pm in the New Durham Town Hall. The hearing is regarding a Stormwater Conditional Use Permit within the Residential, Agricultural, Recreational Zoning District, the Shorefront Conservation District, and the Steep Slopes Conservation District submitted by Thomas W. Varney, of Varney Engineering, LLC., on behalf of Susanne Fuller and Sarah McPhee for property at Map 113, Lot 011, at 290 South Shore Road, New Durham, New Hampshire.

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment during normal business hours by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

Christopher and Katie Marchuk

You are hereby notified that a hybrid Public Hearing will be held in person and over Zoom by the New Durham Planning Board on Monday, February 2, 2026, at 7:00 pm in the New Durham Town Hall. The hearing is regarding a Major Subdivision within the Residential, Agricultural, Recreational Zoning District and the Wetlands Conservation Overlay submitted by Steven M. Oles, LLS, of Norway Plains Associates, Inc., on behalf of Christopher and Katie Marchuk for property at Map 270, Lot 015, Five Meaderboro Road, New Durham, New Hampshire.

In case of cancellation due to weather, the Hearing will be held on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review during normal business hours. If you have any questions on Zoom meeting, please contact the Land Use Admin. Assistant at ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov or the Planning Board.

You are hereby notified that a hybrid Public Hearing to be held in person and over Zoom by the New Durham Planning Board has been rescheduled to Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at 7:00 pm in the New Durham Town Hall due to today’s snow storm. The hearing is regarding a Subdivision, Major – Design Review within the Residential, Agricultural, Recreational Zoning District and the Wetlands Conservation Overlay submitted by Steven M. Oles, of Norway Plains Associates, Inc., on behalf of Christopher and Katie Marchuk for property at Map 270, Lot 015, at Five Meaderboro Road, New Durham, New Hampshire. The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review during normal business hours.

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment during normal business by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

Chris and Seema Meighan and Kala Kumar

You are hereby notified that a hybrid Public Hearing will be held in person and over Zoom by the New Durham Planning Board on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 7:00 pm in the New Durham Town Hall. The hearing is regarding a Stormwater Conditional Use Permit within the Residential, Agricultural, Recreational Zoning District, Shore Front Conservation Area, and the Steep Slopes Conservation District submitted by Adam Lans of Tight Knot Design Build, LLC, on behalf of Chris and Seema Meighan and Kala Kumar for property at Map 104, Lot 011, at Eight Brightwaters Drive, New Durham, New Hampshire.

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment during normal business by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

You are, hereby, notified that a hybrid Public Hearing will be held in person and over Zoom by the New Durham Planning Board on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at 7:00 pm. The hearing is regarding a Boundary Line Adjustment within the Residential, Agricultural, Recreational Zoning District, Shore Front Conservation Area, Steep Slopes Conservation District, and the Wetlands Conservation Overlay submitted by Paul Zuzgo, of Prospect Mountain Survey on behalf of Kyle A. Rose and Joseph Suarez, Trustees of the Kyle A. Rose Living Trust and John Babcock and Holly Deurloo for property at Map 111, Lots 013, 015, and 016, on 29A, 23, and 25 Elly Point Road, New Durham, New Hampshire. The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review during normal business hours. If you have any questions on Zoom meeting, please contact the Land Use Assistant at ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov or the Planning Board.

You are, hereby, notified that a hybrid Public Hearing will be held in person and over Zoom by the New Durham Planning Board on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 7:00 pm in Town Hall. The hearing is regarding a Subdivision within the Residential, Agricultural, Recreational Zoning District submitted by Paul F. Zuzgo, LLS, of Prospect Mountain Survey on behalf of Ronald G. and Claudia M. Vachon for property at Map 258, Lot 033, 105 Berry Road, New Durham, New Hampshire.

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment during normal business hours by calling (603)859-2091 ext. 2007. You may also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment during normal business by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment during normal business by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

You are hereby notified that a hybrid Public Hearing will be held in person and over Zoom by the New Durham Planning Board on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at 7:00 pm in the New Durham Town Hall.

The hearing is to: amend Zoning Ordinance Article III. Definitions, edit Zoning Ordinance Article VI.L. relative to ADUs, amend the Home Occupation Ordinance, and discuss a Short-Term Rental Ordinance.

The revisions of the changes are available for review during normal business hours at the New Durham Town Offices by appointment by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.us

The final revisions are available for review during normal business hours at the New Durham Town Offices by appointment by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.us

Posted: January 8, 2026

For more information, please contact Corey Clark, NHDES Dam Bureau at corey.j.clark@des.nh.gov or (603) 271-1961.  

To attend by Zoom:

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YOU CHOOSE THE LOCATION

GMR Holdings, LLC

You are hereby notified that a ‘BALLOON VIEWING’ will be held by GMR Holdings, LLC, on Saturday, September 27, 2025, between 9:00 am and 2:00 pm EDT for Case #2025-006. This ‘balloon viewing’ is regarding an application submitted by Dave Sykes of Green Mountain Holdings of NH, LLC, for property located at 320 Kings Highway, Map 209, Lot 034. The applicant is seeking to permit, construct, and operate a wireless telecommunications service facility and is requesting variances to New Durham’s Telecommunications Facility Ordinance, Article E. 3. Height. The maximum height of a telecommunications facility proposed under this regulation shall be 110 feet including antennas and all other appurtenances; and Article E 6. Setbacks and Separation Requirements. a. Towers must be set back a minimum distance equal to the tower height from all lot lines.

A balloon will be raised to 140 feet on the proposed site of the cell tower to determine visibility from the location you choose.

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

Posted: September 16, 2025

SALMON PRESS, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2025 A15

Public Notice: All interested persons are invited to comment on any potential effects that may be caused to historic properties from a proposed 140-foot-tall monopole telecommunications tower to be located at N43 32’ 09.16” W71 08’ 26.25”, Tax Map 209 Lot 34, 320 Kings Highway, New Durham, Strafford County, NH, if any such properties are located at or near the site. Comments may be submitted, within 30 days of the notice publish date, by email to info@klumbenv.com or by U.S. Mail to A&D Klumb Environmental, LLC, P.O. Box 155, Canterbury, NH 03224, 603-746-5065. Questions about this facility or this notice may be directed to the above contact information. This notice is provided in accordance with the regulations of the Federal Communications Commission, 47 C.F.R. Part 1, Appendices B and C.

PLEASE NOTE: ANYONE WISHING TO COMMENT TO THE NEW DURHAM ZBA MUST SUBMIT COMMENTS TO NEW DURHAM LAND USE BY MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2025, OR ATTEND THE ZBA MEETING ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2025.

It will be held at the Alton Fire Station: 65 Frank C Gilman Highway, Alton NH 03809.

Please contact the DPW with any questions at 603-859-8000.

Important in the Select Board’s choice include the information that Chief Wilder is a Fire & Emergency Services Instructor I, Firefighter I & II, NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist, ICC Certified Residential Building Inspector, Fire Inspector I & II, NFPA Certified Plans Examiner, Advanced EMT Certification, and has the NH Motor Vehicle CDL - B license. He has worked for the Durham, Rochester, and Milton Fire Departments including Deputy Chief in Rochester and Rochester Fire Marshall. He has shown progressive leadership in achieving short and long-term goals with a focus on public safety. He is a highly motivated, creative, and energetic professional with a demonstrated ability to work with a wide variety of people.

In its process the New Durham Select Board received multiple resumes to consider for this position and during its final decision process valued the input of the Oral Board. The Select Board scheduled interviews with the top three Oral Board candidates and from this process chose Tim Wilder for the New Durham part time Fire Chief position. Expected start date for Chief Wilder is on or about September 15, 2025.

During the Select Board’s decision process the following criteria have been the deciding factors (rationale) for its decision:

I) Multiple years as senior level fire department administration and command experience. Concurrent with this is assuring the full range of public safety experience and certificates are current including firefighting, EMT, etc. With experience as Assistant Fire Chief and Deputy Fire Chief with command experience in over 300 major incidents Chief Wilder has shown this experience. The Board viewed a major incident as one in which the individual was the lead command person and involved significant fire department personnel supervision during the incident. Additionally, Chief Wilder has current EMT Advanced certifications, Level 3 Fire Certifications, is a NFPA Examiner, and has ICC Building Inspector certification.

The New Durham Fire Chief is the chief administrative and command officer for the New Durham Fire Department and is responsible for duties as outlined in the approved job description for this position. New Durham also relies on a strong mutual aid relationship with surrounding towns. Based on various inputs during the interview process the Board believes Chief Wilder understands how to establish and / or continue these mutual aid working relationships. Public relationships and interpersonal skills are necessary in order to effectively carry out the Board’s policies and directions and the Board believe Chief Wilder will provide New Durham with the public safety needs of the community.

We welcome Fire Chief Wilder in joining New Durham employment and continuing the Town’s progress in further creating a work environment conducive to public safety, increased productivity, and taxpayer value.

Town Clerk, Alicia Housel will swear-in Chief Millar on January 16th and he will assume his official duties shortly thereafter. The Town will schedule several events for residents to meet the new Chief over the next months. Please watch the News announcements on the Town Website for further details

Thank you for your understanding as we work to keep all roads cleared and safe for travel.

2025 Swimming Lesson Registration

Due to closing early, if you need to make an appointment for a Friday September 12, 2025 there will be limited availability for and appointment between 9:00am-3:00pm. To make an appointment please call 603-859-2091 ext.1 before 4:00pm Thursday September 11, 2025.

If you would like to make an appointment for Friday September 19, 2025 please call by Wednesday September 17, 2025 to schedule one.

The Office will resume normal business hours Monday September 22, 2025

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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Request for Proposal

New Durham Town Hall

Town Clerk/Tax Collector Office Remodel

The Town of New Durham is seeking proposals from licensed Contractors to for an interior remodel of the Town Clerk & Tax Collector’s offices at the New Durham Town Hall.

Scope of Work

The Town is seeking custom design, fabrication, and installation of cabinetry, cabinets, countertops, and bookcases to increase the efficiency of Town offices.  The project includes the removal of interior millwork and replacement of a service window and counter.  Antique millwork will be available to blend in needed repairs. Some electrical work will be required to complete the project.

 Cabinetry and countertops must be fabricated offsite and onsite work limited to Friday through Sunday to avoid impact to Town Services.

Response Requirements

All responses must provide the full name, address, and contact information of the  proposer. Business documentation required would be the registration of the organization, proof of insurance, identification of the principals, as well as references.

Interested parties should respond in writing by January 29, 2025 to:

Cecile Chase, Town Administrator

Town of New Durham

4 Main St., PO Box 207

New Durham, NH 03855

ndadmin@newdurhamnh.gov

Normal Hours will resume Wednesday February 4, 2026.

Thank you.

Tax bills can be paid in person, online, by mail, or by using the drop box by the Town Hall front door. Tax bills paid by US Postal Service and post marked by 12/31/2025 will be credited as of that date no matter when they are delivered.

Thank you.

• Christmas Eve: December 24, 2024 CLOSING at 12:00pm

• Christmas Day: CLOSED

• New Years Eve December 31, 2024 CLOSING at 4:00pm

• New Years Day: CLOSED

PD - Full Time Certified Police Officer

DPW - Heavy/Light Equipment Operator

Benefit packages are provided to Full and Part Time positions, salary commensurate upon qualifications and experience.

Please submit a completed application, letter of intent, and references to the Town Administrator at ndadmin@newdurhamnh.gov or by mail to Town of New Durham, PO Box 207, New Durham, NH 03855.

Application can be found on the New Durham Website:

Documents/Administration & Human Resources/Employment application

The Town of New Durham is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Approximately 6.5 acre wooded rectangular lot with approximately 250 feet of frontage on Quaker Road. Located in a quiet, established residential neighborhood. Lot slopes up gently from the road. Close to Rt. 112 and minutes to Lake Winnipesaukee. There is a break in the stone wall towards the southeastern corner of the lot that could serve as a potential driveway location.

Assessed at $36,600*

*Note: The assessed value of the property does not appear to have been updated during the most recent revaluation. Similar sized properties in the area have assessed land values of approximately $70,000.

Please follow the link for further details.

New Durham, NH Auction – Sept. 20, 2025 | NH Tax Deed & Property Auctions

Some notable items are:

• Change in plan scale to 1 inch = 10 feet;
• architectural plans depicting the proposed condition shall also include the existing condition as an underlying, shaded layer;
• written testimony or documentation to be considered by the ZBA shall be submitted to the Land Use Office at least seven (7) calendar days before the case is scheduled to be heard.

Details can be found in the ZBA Procedural Rules on the website under ‘Documents’ then ‘Zoning Board’.

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You are hereby notified that a Hybrid Public Hearing will be held by the New Durham Zoning Board on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 7:00 PM for Case #2026-001. In case of cancellation, March 12, 2026, hearing would be rescheduled for March 19, 2026, in the Community Room. The hearing is regarding an application submitted by Stephanie L. Richard, PE, of Changing Seasons Engineering, PLLC, on behalf of Robert W. and Cathy M. Anderson for property located at 45 Meaders Point Road, Map 111, Lot 026, in the Shore Front Conservation Area and the Steep Slopes Conservation District. The applicant is requesting Variances to Article V. E. Flood Hazard Area and Water Body Setbacks. No new buildings, except for water-related structures, shall be located in a flood hazard area, or less than seventy-five (75) feet from any water body or river; Article VI. C. (3) (a) – No privy, cesspool, septic tank, or sewage disposal area shall be constructed or reconstructed: i. less than one hundred twenty-five (125) feet from the edge of a public water body; Article VI. C. (3) (a) ii. less than seventy-five (75) feet from any well, or from a dwelling other than to which it is appurtenant; Article XIV. Shorefront Conservation Overlay District. C. Dimensional Requirements 1. Minimum Shore Frontage. Each dwelling with direct water access and with shore frontage as part of the lot dimension shall have a minimum shore frontage of one hundred fifty (150) feet. Article XIV. Shorefront Conservation Overlay District. C. Dimensional Requirements 2. Building setback: Except for water-related structures, all buildings shall be set a minimum of seventy-five (75) feet from the reference line; Article XX. C. New Buildings and Structures; Alteration and Expansion of Existing Non-Conforming Uses All non-conforming property may be used for new construction of buildings and/or structures (including septic and leach fields) and any non-conforming building may be altered and expanded provided: 1. They conform to Non-Conforming Setback and height requirements below; and, Article XX. C. 2. – Such expansion does not make any existing lot, structure or use more non-conforming within the terms of this Ordinance.

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

You are hereby notified that a Hybrid Public Hearing will be held by the New Durham Zoning Board on Monday, November 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM for Case #2025-009. The hearing is regarding an application submitted by Thomas W. Varney of Varney Engineering LLC, on behalf of Scott A. and Ellen A. Arrigoni for property located at 392 South Shore Road, Map 114, Lot 037. The applicants are requesting Variances to Article V. E. Flood Hazard Area and Water Body Setbacks. No new buildings, except for water-related structures, shall be located in a flood hazard area, or less than seventy-five (75) feet from any water body or river; Article VI. C. (3) (a) – No privy, cesspool, septic tank, or sewage disposal area shall be constructed or reconstructed: i. less than one hundred twenty-five (125) feet from the edge of a public water body; Article VI. C. (3) (a) ii. less than seventy-five (75) feet from any well, or from a dwelling other than to which it is appurtenant; Article VI. C. (3) (b)–No part of a leach field shall be located less than: i. twenty (20) feet from a property line on a lot less than 80,000 square feet; Article XIV. Shorefront Conservation Overlay District. C. Dimensional Requirements 1. Minimum Shore Frontage. Each dwelling with direct water access and with shore frontage as part of the lot dimension shall have a minimum shore frontage of one hundred fifty (150) feet. Article XIV. Shorefront Conservation Overlay District. C. Dimensional Requirements 2. Building setback: Except for water-related structures, all buildings shall be set a minimum of seventy-five (75) feet from the reference line; Article XIV. Shorefront Conservation Overlay District. C. Dimensional Requirements 3. Leach Field Setback: Any leach field shall be set back a minimum of 125 feet from the reference line; Article XIV. Shorefront Conservation Overlay District. C. Dimensional Requirements 5. Lot Coverage: Buildings shall not cover more than 15% of the area of a lot. No more than a total of 20% of the lot area, including buildings, shall be covered by impervious surfaces; Article XIV. Shorefront Conservation Overlay District. C. Dimensional Requirements 7. Nonconforming Structures: c. All nonconforming structures within the 75-foot waterfront setback that are proposed to be demolished and rebuilt must be moved as far back from the reference line as possible. Article XX. C. New Buildings and Structures; Alteration and Expansion of Existing Non-Conforming Uses All non-conforming property may be used for new construction of buildings and/or structures (including septic and leach fields) and any non-conforming building may be altered and expanded provided: 1. They conform to Non-Conforming Setback and height requirements below; and, Article XX. C. 2. – Such expansion does not make any existing lot, structure or use more non-conforming within the terms of this Ordinance.

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

You are hereby notified that a Hybrid Public Hearing will be held by the New Durham Zoning Board on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM for Case #2025-004. The hearing is regarding an application submitted by Thomas W. Varney of Varney Engineering, LLC, on behalf of Brenda J. Farmer, Trustee, Brenda J. Farmer Revocable Trust for property located at 130 South Shore Road, Map 122, Lots 021 and 022. The applicant is requesting Variances to Article V. E. Flood Hazard Area and Water Body Setbacks.  No new buildings, except for water-related structures, shall be located in a flood hazard area, or less than seventy-five (75) feet from any water body or river; Article VI. C. (3) (a) – No privy, cesspool, septic tank, or sewage disposal area shall be constructed or reconstructed: i. less than one hundred twenty-five (125) feet from the edge of a public water body; or (Article VI. C. (3) (a)) ii. less than seventy-five (75) feet from any well, or from a dwelling other than to which it is appurtenant; Article XIV. Shorefront Conservation Overlay District. C. Dimensional Requirements 2. Building setback:  Except for water-related structures, all buildings shall be set a minimum seventy-five (75) feet from the reference line; Article XIV.  Shorefront Conservation Overlay District.  C. Dimensional Requirements 3.  Leach Field Setback:  Any leach field shall be set back a minimum of 125 feet from the reference line.  Article XIV. Shorefront Conservation Overlay District. C. Dimensional Requirements 5.  Lot Coverage:  Buildings shall not cover more than 15% of the area of a lot.  No more than a total of 20% of the lot area, including buildings, shall be covered by impervious surfaces; and Article XX. C. (2) – Such expansion does not make any existing lot, structure or use more non-conforming within the terms of this Ordinance.

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

Tuesday, January 14, 2025

7:00 PM @ NEW DURHAM COMMUNITY ROOM & ZOOM

Jeanne E. Clark and Scott A. Clark, Trustees

You are hereby notified that a Hybrid Public Hearing will be held by the New Durham Zoning Board on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at 7:00 PM for Case #2025-001. The hearing is regarding an application submitted by Thomas W. Varney of Varney Engineering, LLC, on behalf of Jeanne E. Clark and Scott A. Clark, Trustees of the Jeanne Clark Revocable Trust for property located at 237 North Shore Road, Map 101, Lot 018. The applicants are requesting Variances to Article V. E. Flood Hazard Area and Water Body Setbacks.  No new buildings, except for water-related structures, shall be located in a flood hazard area, or less than seventy-five (75) feet from any water body or river; Article VI. C. (3) (a) – No privy, cesspool, septic tank, or sewage disposal area shall be constructed or reconstructed: i. less than one hundred twenty-five (125) feet from the edge of a public water body; or, ii. less than seventy-five (75) feet from any well, or from a dwelling other than to which it is appurtenant; Article XIV. Shorefront Conservation Overlay District.  C. Dimensional Requirements 2. Building setback:  Except for water related structures, all buildings shall be set a minimum seventy-five (75) feet from the reference line; 5.  Lot Coverage:  Buildings shall not cover more than 15% of the area of a lot.  No more than a total of 20% of the lot area, including buildings, shall be covered by impervious surfaces; Article XX. C. (2) – Such expansion does not make any existing lot, structure or use more non-conforming within the terms of this Ordinance; and F. For any building less than seventy-five (75) feet from the reference line, no alteration, addition, or new building shall extend the structure closer to the reference line.  All stairs and walkways within seventy-five (75) feet of the reference line shall not exceed four (4) feet in width.

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

Posted:  December 23, 2024

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 7:00 PM – NEW DURHAM COMMUNITY ROOM & ZOOM

Pamela J. Cooley

You are hereby notified that a Hybrid Public Hearing will be held by the New Durham Zoning Board on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 7:00 PM for Case #2025-010. The hearing is regarding an application submitted by Thomas W. Varney of Varney Engineering LLC, on behalf of Pamela J. Cooley for property located at 349 Merrymeeting Road, Map 118, Lot 038. The applicant is requesting Variances to Article V. E. Flood Hazard Area and Water Body Setbacks. No new buildings, except for water-related structures, shall be located in a flood hazard area, or less than seventy-five (75) feet from any water body or river; Article VI. C. (3) (a) – No privy, cesspool, septic tank, or sewage disposal area shall be constructed or reconstructed: i. less than one hundred twenty-five (125) feet from the edge of a public water body; Article VI. C. (3) (a) ii. less than seventy-five (75) feet from any well, or from a dwelling other than to which it is appurtenant; Article XIV. Shorefront Conservation Overlay District. C. Dimensional Requirements 2. Building setback: Except for water-related structures, all buildings shall be set a minimum of seventy-five (75) feet from the reference line; and Article XIV. Shorefront Conservation Overlay District. C. Dimensional Requirements 3. Leach Field Setback: Any leach field shall be set back a minimum of 125 feet from the reference line.

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

Susanne Fuller and Sarah McPhee

You are hereby notified that a Hybrid Public Hearing will be held by the New Durham Zoning Board on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at 7:00 PM for Case #2025-007. The hearing is regarding an application submitted by Thomas W. Varney of Varney Engineering LLC, on behalf of Susanne Fuller and Sarah McPhee for property located at 290 South Shore Road, Map 113, Lot 011. The applicants are requesting Variances to Article V. D. Setbacks. No new building shall be less than twenty (20) feet from the road frontage property line of any road or fifteen (15) feet from the property line of an abutter; Article V. E. Flood Hazard Area and Water Body Setbacks. No new buildings, except for water-related structures, shall be located in a flood hazard area, or less than seventy-five (75) feet from any water body or river; Article VI. C. (3) (a) – No privy, cesspool, septic tank, or sewage disposal area shall be constructed or reconstructed: i. less than one hundred twenty-five (125) feet from the edge of a public water body; Article VI. C. (3) (b)–No part of a leach field shall be located less than: i. twenty (20) feet from a property line on a lot less than 80,000 square feet; Article XIV. Shorefront Conservation Overlay District. C. Dimensional Requirements 2. Building setback: Except for water-related structures, all buildings shall be set a minimum of seventy-five (75) feet from the reference line; Article XIV. Shorefront Conservation Overlay District. C. Dimensional Requirements 3. Leach Field Setback: Any leach field shall be set back a minimum of 125 feet from the reference line; Article XX. G. Non-Conforming Setbacks The following setbacks are required for Non-Conforming buildings, land and uses addressed by this Article. 1. Leach Fields: a. Not less than ten (10) feet from a lot line; and Article XX. G. 1: b. Not less than ten (10) feet from the road frontage property line of any road except with the approval of the road agent.

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

GMR Holdings, LLC

You are hereby notified that a Hybrid Public Hearing will be held by the New Durham Zoning Board of Adjustment on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at 7:00 PM for Case #2025-006. The hearing is regarding an application submitted by Dave Sykes of Green Mountain Holdings of NH, LLC, for property located at 320 Kings Highway, Map 209, Lot 034. The applicant is seeking to permit, construct, and operate a wireless telecommunications service facility and is requesting variances to New Durham’s Telecommunications Facility Ordinance, Article E. 3. Height. The maximum height of a telecommunications facility proposed under this regulation shall be 110 feet including antennas and all other appurtenances; and Article E 6. Setbacks and Separation Requirements. a. Towers must be set back a minimum distance equal to the tower height from all lot lines.

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

You are hereby notified that a Hybrid Public Hearing will be held by the New Durham Zoning Board on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM for Case #2025-005. The hearing is regarding an application submitted by Thomas W. Varney of Varney Engineering, LLC, on behalf of Karen A. Goldthwaite for property located at 17 Meaders Point Road, Map 111, Lot 039. The applicant is requesting Variances to Article V. E. Flood Hazard Area and Water Body Setbacks.  No new buildings, except for water-related structures, shall be located in a flood hazard area, or less than seventy-five (75) feet from any water body or river; Article VI. C. (3) (a) – No privy, cesspool, septic tank, or sewage disposal area shall be constructed or reconstructed: i. less than one hundred twenty-five (125) feet from the edge of a public water body; or (Article VI. C. (3) (a)) ii. less than seventy-five (75) feet from any well, or from a dwelling other than to which it is appurtenant; Article XIV. Shorefront Conservation Overlay District. C. Dimensional Requirements. 2. Building setback:  Except for water-related structures, all buildings shall be set a minimum seventy-five (75) feet from the reference line; Article XIV.  Shorefront Conservation Overlay District.  C. Dimensional Requirements 1. Minimum Shore Frontage.  Each dwelling with direct water access and with shore frontage as part of the lot dimension shall have a minimum shore frontage of one hundred fifty (150) feet. Article XIV. Shorefront Conservation Overlay District. C. Dimensional Requirements. 5.  Lot Coverage:  Buildings shall not cover more than 15% of the area of a lot.  No more than a total of 20% of the lot area, including buildings, shall be covered by impervious surfaces; Article XX. C. (2) – Such expansion does not make any existing lot, structure or use more non-conforming within the terms of this Ordinance; and Article XIV. Shorefront Conservation Overlay District.  C. Dimensional Requirements 8.  All New Development, as defined in Article III, within this Overlay District, must provide parking for a minimum of four vehicles with dimensions of 9 feet wide by 21 feet long.

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

Tuesday, September 9, 2025

7:00 PM – NEW DURHAM COMMUNITY ROOM & ZOOM

Anna M. Kelley

You are hereby notified that a Hybrid Public Hearing will be held by the New Durham Zoning Board on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 7:00 PM for Case #2025-008. The hearing is regarding an application submitted by Stephanie L. Richard, PE, of Changing Seasons Engineering, PLLC, on behalf of Anna M. Kelley for property located at Kendra Lane, Map 112, Lot 050. The applicant is requesting Variances to Article VI. C. (3) (a) – No privy, cesspool, septic tank, or sewage disposal area shall be constructed or reconstructed: ii. less than seventy-five (75) feet from any well, or from a dwelling other than to which it is appurtenant; Article VI. C. (3) (b)–No part of a leach field shall be located less than: i. twenty (20) feet from a property line on a lot less than 80,000 square feet; and Article XX. C. (2) – Such expansion does not make any existing lot, structure or use more non-conforming within the terms of this Ordinance. The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

You are hereby notified that a Hybrid Public Hearing will be held by the New Durham Zoning Board on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM for Case #2025-003. The hearing is regarding an application submitted by Adam Lans of Tight Knot Design Build, LLC, on behalf of Christopher Meighan, Seema Meighan and Kala Kumar for property located at Eight Brightwaters Drive, Map 104, Lot 011. The applicants are requesting Variances to Article V. E. Flood Hazard Area and Water Body Setbacks.  No new buildings, except for water-related structures, shall be located in a flood hazard area, or less than seventy-five (75) feet from any water body or river; Article VI. C. (3) (a) – No privy, cesspool, septic tank, or sewage disposal area shall be constructed or reconstructed: i. less than one hundred twenty-five (125) feet from the edge of a public water body; Article XIII. Water Quality Protection Overlay District. D. Dimensional Requirements. 2. Table 8.   Buffer and Setback Distances by Resource and Use Category;  Article XIII.  Water Quality Protection Overlay District.  D.  Dimensional Requirements.  3. Table 9.  Distance Adjustments for Steep Slope Areas;  Article XIV.  Shorefront Conservation Overlay District.  C. Dimensional Requirements 1. Minimum Shore Frontage.  Each dwelling with direct water access and with shore frontage as part of the lot dimension shall have a minimum shore frontage of one hundred fifty (150) feet; and Article XIV. Shorefront Conservation Overlay District.  C. Dimensional Requirements 3.  Leach Field Setback:  Any leach field shall be set back a minimum of 125 feet from the reference line. 

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov

The full application is on file at the New Durham Town Offices for review by appointment by calling (603) 859-2091 ext. 2007. You can also contact via email: ndlanduse@newdurhamnh.gov