Frequently Asked Questions

No, the Parks and Recreation Department oversees the beach.  Windham Residents can obtain a beach pass at the Town Beach on Cobbetts Pond Road. You must show proof of residency and the cost is free.

Windham Recreation Department 603-965-1208

You can find that information right on your registration. If you look at the upper right hand corner of your registration, you will find the State fees and then right below, on the bottom right hand corner, you can find the local fees. If you are listed on the registration, you can also come into the office during normal business hours, and we can pull the record. Please make sure to bring your photo ID.

Yes! We happily accept all major credit cards. Please note that there is a 2.99% fee in addition to your registration cost. With a minimum fee of $2.50 minimum fee. These fees go directly to our third party processor and are not retained by the Town. Please be aware that these convenience fees cannot be refunded.

No, at this time we do not offer a Rabies Clinic.

You may process the renewal of registration, please bring in the current registration or the renewal notice. 

Duplicates can be obtained if you are on the registration either as the primary owner or secondary. 

All other transactions i.e. transfers, new registrations, plate changes, and decal changes must be completed by the primary owner only. There are additional forms that need to be signed while processing these transactions, and a signature of the primary owner needs to authorize the transaction. If the primary owner is unable to conduct the transaction, they will need to fill out a notarized Power of Attorney Form (PDF) for motor vehicle purposes only to authorize another individual to perform the transaction on their behalf.

Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. We do not close for lunch.

You can find that information on the EReg Estimates page.

Yes, we have one Notary that is generally available during normal business hours. If you see a line at the Town Clerk's office, there is also a Notary in the Assessing office, and at the Community Development Department.

Dog licenses, which are required by State statue, expire on April 30 of each year. To register or renew your dog license, you will need to bring proof of rabies vaccination. Fees are based on the age of the dog (puppy or dog) and whether they are spayed or neutered. Senior owners (65 and older) are eligible for a reduced licensing fee.

Not always. 

All new motor vehicle registrations must be started in person at the Town Clerk’s office, by the owners listed on the title or current registration.  We can process any necessary title paperwork and hand you your new plates and registration. Please note that some registrations (i.e. temporary plates) must be completed with the State of New Hampshire.

Residents have 3 options for renewing their vehicle registrations:

1) Register online via the E-Reg website. When you choose to pick-up your registration(s) instead of having them mailed to you, a Clerk will e-mail you a code to the Luxer machine near the back door of Town Hall. Follow the instructions on the Luxer screen to retrieve your registration.

2) By mail utilizing the renewal notice you received from our office. Return the notice with 1 check made payable to Town of Windham, along with a self-addressed stamped business envelope, and we will mail your updated registration back to you.

3) Coming in to the office during normal business hours.

New Hampshire (NH) does not require a blood test. A NH issued license is only valid in NH. You may take your license with you after completing the application, and it will remain valid for 90 days. Make sure to bring 2 forms of identification such as a birth certificate or passport, and your driver's license. If this isn't your first marriage, you must provide a final or absolute divorce decree or annulment, or certified death certificate. 

Marriage Licenses are processed by appointment only. Please call or e-mail the office to schedule an appointment. The cost for the license is $50.

Congratulations! Your baby's original birth certificate can be issued by us as long as your baby was born in New Hampshire (NH). If your child was born out of state, you will need to obtain the birth certificate in that particular town. If your child was adopted, and you live in NH, then you must obtain your birth certificate at the Vital Statistics office in Concord, NH.

There are three ways to register to vote in Windham:

1) You may register at the Town Clerk’s during regular business hours up to 6-10 days before the election.  

2) You may register with the Supervisors of the Checklist during one of their posted sessions.

3) You may register at the polls the day of the election.

Requirements

• Identity (driver’s license or passport)
• In order to register to vote, you must be 18 at the time of the next election
• Proof of citizenship (such as a birth certificate/passport), naturalized citizens must present their naturalization papers
• Proof of residency (i.e driver’s license or vehicle registration)

Motorhome registrations can be tricky. Please call the Town Clerk's office to make an appointment to register your motorhome. 603-434-5075.

Yes, you are required to register your Aquatherm annually. Forms can be found on-line or are available at the Town Clerk's office.

Aquatherm Requirements

Yes you can! Please use this link: Town of Windham Public Records