Manchester regulates driveway construction and placement through local site plan requirements. NH DOT controls curb cut permits on state roads under RSA 236:13.
Manchester driveway regulations cover construction standards, width limits, and placement. New state road curb cuts require NH DOT permits under RSA 236:13, while local roads fall under municipal jurisdiction. Typical residential driveways must be 10 to 24 feet wide with proper drainage to prevent runoff onto public roads. Impervious surface limits may apply in some zones to manage stormwater. Circular driveways and multiple curb cuts may require planning board approval. Driveways must meet sight distance requirements for safety. Gravel driveways are common and generally permitted in NH. Contact Manchester public works department or planning office for specific standards.
Unpermitted curb cuts on state roads: NH DOT enforcement, fines $100 to $500. Local driveway violations: notice and required correction within 30 to 60 days.
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