Am I allowed to have an accessory apartment in my home? What are the restrictions?

Yes. An accessory apartment is allowed in an owner-occupied single family residence, provided the lot has the minimum lot area or frontage required by the Ordinance. The dwelling unit must not exceed 800 sq. ft. of habitable floor area. If total number of bedrooms exceeds the existing septic system a new design must be put into place. Per Bow Zoning Ordinance all ADU's are subject to $723 impact fee payable prior to Certificate of Occupancy issuance. 

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1. Do I need a permit?
2. Am I allowed to have an accessory apartment in my home? What are the restrictions?
3. I want to build an addition. What do I need to do?
4. Do I need to install a new septic system if I wish to add a bedroom to my home?
5. I want to install/build a shed. Do I need a building permit?
6. I want to build a garage. What do I have to do?
7. I want to turn my deck into a porch. What do I need?
8. I want to turn my screened porch into living space. Do I need a permit?
9. I want to finish off my basement. Do I need a permit?
10. What setback requirements do I have to adhere to?
11. What fire rating do I need for the entry doors from the garage to the house? I have seen 20, 45, 60 and 90 minute ratings.
12. What is the maximum height for a porch floor before you need railings? I have been told 24” and 30”.
13. Do I need a permit to replace roof shingles or siding?
14. What about emergency repairs?
15. When is the project considered complete by the Building Inspector?
16. Do signs require a Permit?
17. What is a CO?
18. What if I am just having my electrical service upgraded?
19. How do I hook up to the municipal sewer system?
20. How long does it take to get a building permit after I apply?
21. How much does a building permit cost?
22. How long is a permit good for?
23. Do you need a permit for a pool?
24. What is required for installing a swimming pool?
25. (Pool) How do I know when to call for an inspection?