Land Use & Zoning
NH's Building Code (adopted IRC) provides minimum standards for residential construction to ensure:
AProperties achieve maximum resale value
BHealth and safety of occupants through structural, fire, electrical, plumbing, and energy standards✓ Correct
COnly aesthetically pleasing buildings are constructed
DOnly state-approved contractors may build
Explanation
The NH State Building Code (based on the International Residential Code) establishes minimum health and safety standards for residential construction — covering structural integrity, fire resistance, electrical systems, plumbing, and energy efficiency.
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