Miscellaneous Regulations and Ordinances

Town of Bridgewater, New Hampshire

Seasonal to Year Round Conversions (synopsis):

A person, prior to converting a season dwelling must seek a Conversion Permit from the Board of Selectmen . Applicants must demonstrate that the septic system has a prior State approval , or that sufficient site conditions exist to allow for the replacement of the existing system with a State approved system should the old system fail.

Adopted March 11, 1986

Note: Amendemnts to the Zoning Ordinance and Building Regulations regarding Seasonal Conversions were adopted by the Town of Bridgewater in March, 1999. Please reference those sections for specific regulations.

Ban on Winter Parking (synopsis):

No overnight parking will be allowed from November 1 through April 1 on any Town road . Violators will be towed at their expense. (For the purposes of winter road maintenance.)

Adopted by the Board of Selectmen , 1980

Public Dances:

Regulations regarding public dances , or operating public dance halls. In general, a written request shall be made to the Board of Selectmen . (See the Board of Selectmen for details.)

Adopted by Town Meeting , 1970

Dog Control Law :

It is unlawful for any dog to run at large, except when accompanied by the owner or custodian. See RSA 466:30-A for details.

Adopted by Town Meeting , 1980

The above is a summary of Regulations and Ordinances, is for reference and may not include modifications or additional Regulations or Ordinances in effect within the Town. Interested parties should contact the Board of Selectmen for additional information.