DES Permitting Process and Application Changes

In an effort to provide a higher quality, more streamlined permitting process for the regulated public, most Land Resources Management Programs (Alteration of Terrain Bureau, Subsurface Systems Bureau, Wetlands Bureau and the Shoreland Program) have undergone some significant changes.

Also, the new wetlands permit application form, a single permit application form, replaces the expedited review minimum impact, standard review minimum impact and standard review minor or major impact forms. You will find this form on the Wetlands Bureau.

PUBLIC HEARING - Conservation Commission - February 21st at 7pm

Notice is hereby given that the Candia Conservation Commission, in accordance with RSA 36-A:5, II, will be holding a Public Hearing on February 21, 2012, at 7:00 pm in the Candia Town Office Meeting Room, 74 High Street, Candia, NH. For more information, read the Public Hearing Notice.

PUBLIC HEARING - Zoning Board - February 28th at 7pm

The Candia Zoning Board of Adjustment will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, February 28, 2012 beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the Town Office Meeting Room at 74 High Street Candia, NH. For more information, read the Public Hearing Notice.

PUBLIC HEARING - Planning Board - February 15th at 7pm

Notice is hereby given that the Candia Planning Board in accordance with RSA 675:7, will hold a Public Hearing on February 15, at 7:00 PM in Candia Town Hall, 74 High Street. For more information, read the  Public Hearing Notice.

Water Supply Protection Grant - CCC Presentation Available Here

On January 17th, the Candia Conservation Committee had an informational hearing regarding the Water Supply Protection Grant. You can view the presentation in either of the following formats:

• PDF version (8.6 MB)
• PowerPoint version (5.0 MB): If you do not have PowerPoint, a free reader is available from Microsoft.

PUBLIC HEARINGS - Budget Committee - January 12th & 17th

The Budget Committee has scheduled two public hearings:

1. Discussion of School Budget: Thursday, January 12 at 7pm - Moore School Gymnasium (Public Hearing Notice)
2. Discussion of Town Budget: Tuesday, January 17 at 7pm - Smyth Library meeting room (Public Hearing Notice)

All interested parties are invited to attend.

PUBLIC HEARINGS - Board of Selectmen - January 9th & 23rd

The Board of Selectmen will be holding two public hearings on January 9th and 23rd, 2012 to receive public input on the closure plan of the old recycle center located at 119 New Boston Road in accordance with 41:41-a.

2012 New Hampshire Presidential Primary

The New Hampshire Presidential Primary will be held on Tuesday, January 10, 2012. Polls are open from 6 am - 7 pm at the Henry W. Moore School. Check the New Hampshire Department of State website for current information, including the Republican and Democratic sample ballot.

Town Clerk's office - Closed on January 10 and January 11

The Town Clerk's office will be closed on Tuesday, January 10 and Wednesday, January 11.

PUBLIC HEARING - Planning Board - January 4th at 7pm

Notice is hereby given that the Candia Planning Board will hold a Public Hearing on January 4, 2012, at 7:00 PM in Candia Town Hall to consider the amendments to the Candia Zoning Ordinance for the 2012 ballot.

 -  Public Hearing Notice

 -  Proposed Zoning Amendments (as they will appear in Zoning Regulations)

 -  Proposed Zoning Amendments (as they will appear on 2012 Ballot Form)

 -  Current Zoning Regulations (4.5MB)

Board of Selectmen Meeting - December 26th MOVED to December 19th

Due to the holidays, the Board of Selectmen meeting for Monday, December 26th, 2011 has been moved. It will be held EARLIER on Monday, December 19th, 2011. The time and place remain the same: 7 pm at the town hall.

Tax Collector - Office Hours Extended from now until Dec 16

The tax collector’s office hours have been extended until December 16th, 2011 and are as follows:

• Mondays: CLOSED
• Tuesday: 2pm - 8pm
• Wednesday: 9am - 12 noon
• Thursday: 2pm - 8pm
• Friday: 9am - 12 noon

After December 16th, the hours will return to their usual schedule:   Tue: 5:00pm-8:00pm and Wed & Fri: 9:00am-Noon.

Tax Collector - 2011 Tax Rate Set / Taxes due on Dec 14

The new tax rate has been set:

• New Tax Rate: $19.38 per thousand for 2011
• Town Rate: 4.66
• School Rate: 11.29
• State Rate: 2.49
• County Rate: .94

The second Issue Bills were mailed out on November 10th, 2011 and are due December 14th 2011.

U.S. Senator Kelly Ayotte staff member visiting Candia - Nov 17

For more information, view the flyer.

"Natural Communities in the Granite State" Presentation - Nov 15

On Tuesday, November 15, there will be a presentation on "Natural Communities in the Granite State" by State Botanist Bill Nichols. Presentaton starts at 7pm in the Candia Town Office conference room.

Learn what natural communities are, how they're distinguished from one another, and why they are critically important to informing conservation efforts. Some of the best examples of natural communities and the rare species they support will be highlighted.

For more information, view the flyer.

NEW HOURS for the Candia Food Pantry

Effective October 24, 2011, the new hours for the food pantry are:

• Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9am – 2pm
• Tuesday from 6pm – 7:30pm

The food pantry is located in the Town Hall.  Proof of residency is required.  It is open to all residents. For questions, please call the Town Hall at 603-483-8101.

View the flyer.

Calling all Moore School Alumni

If you attended the Moore School for a brief interval or for the entire eight years and would like to share your life experiences to help the students in middle school, please contact Nancy Maloney at Henry W. Moore School, 12 Deerfield Road, Candia, NH 03034. Read the letter of request for more information.

Candia’s Trick or Treat hours: October 31 from 5pm-8pm

Candia’s Trick or Treat hours will be Monday, October 31 from 5pm-8pm.

Comcast offers new program called Internet Essentials

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Announcement from the Heritage Commission re: Smyth Memorial Building

An announcement from the Candia Heritage Commission - There were no questions asked by any respondents regarding the RFP for the Smyth Memorial Building.

Position available on Southern NH Regional Planning Commission

There is currently a vacant position for an alternate representative to the Southern New Hampshire Regional Planning Commission for the Town of Candia.  If you are an interested party, ...«read more»

Candia's Updated Open Space Plan - Available online

Read the current copy of the Town of Candia Updated Open Space Plan (4MB).

Candia's Natural Resources Inventory - Available online

Read the final copy of the Town of Candia Natural Resources Inventory & Conservation Priorities (9MB).

View Candia's Scenic Roads

View a map or list of scenic roads in Candia, NH.

Burn Permits Required for Outside Burning

Effective March 19, 2011, burning permits are once again required for outside burning. Read the Public Notice on Burn Permits to find out how to obtain a burning permit. The Candia Fire-Rescue Fire Warden pager is: (603) 639-7179.

Health Alert: Recall on alcohol prep pads, swabs and swab sticks

The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (NH DHHS) was recently made aware of a national recall of alcohol prep pads, swabs and swab sticks by the manufacturer, Triad Group (marked both sterile and non-sterile). There are concerns about... «read more»

Senior lunches: Dates and Information

Senior lunches are held at the Candia Congregational Church at the corner of High Street and South Rd.  All luncheons are held the last Wednesday of the month unless notified. «read more»

Display your photos at the Town Hall

Do you have a knack for photography? If you do and you'd like to display your photos on the wall at the Town Hall, talk to the town clerk, Christine Dupere, and she'll fill you in on the details.