FAQs

Assessor

What is the "Low and Moderate Income Homeowners Property Tax Relief" program and how do I qualify?

What types of exemptions or credits are available to taxpayers?

When is the deadline for applying for exemptions and tax credits?

How do I apply for a Town abatement request?

When is the appropriate time to request an abatement from the Town or Board of Tax and Land Appeals/Superior Court?

Building Department

Where can I get a Building Permit Application Form?

How do I know if my particular project requires a Building Permit?

What do I need to submit with my Building Permit Application?

Can I get my own Building (Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, etc.) Permit?

I want to have goats (horses, chickens, etc), what are the rules?

Health Department

Where can I get information on preparing for emergencies?

How do I get a license to operate a restaurant in Plaistow?

How do I get my well water tested? How often should I test my well water?

How can I tell if I have a mold problem in my home? If I find mold, should I have it tested?

Police - Victim Services

Do I have to testify?

What if I get a subpoena and don’t go to court?

Do I need a lawyer?

What if the defense attorney calls me about the case?

What do I do if a defendant is threatening me?

Town Clerk

How do I obtain an absentee ballot?

Where do I vote?

When is the next election?

Trash & Recycling

Curbside Bulk Item Pick Up

Trash & Recycling

HELP! My trash didn't get picked up today! What do I do?

Can I comingle my recyclables?

Bulk Item Collection - How does it work?

Contamination - How do I avoid it?

I have a big family, can I get an extra trash cart?