Town Clerk

Fee Increase at DMV

After more than 20 years with little to no adjustments to DMV fees, the State Legislature has approved House Bill 2 (State Budget), which includes increases to several motor vehicle-related fees effective January 1, 2026. Please note that local (municipal) fees are not affected by these changes and will remain the same.

Important Renewal Information:

Registrations that are due in January, February, or March: If you chose to renew early (processed in 2025), the new fee structure will not apply.

Registrations that are due in December 2025: If your renewal is processed after December 31, the new fees will apply.

Examples of state fee increases (this is not an exhaustive list but ones that will affect most residents)

Service Update

Our online registration service, Eb2gov, will be unavailable from Monday, December 29th – Monday, January 5th to allow for necessary system updates.

Hours of Operation

• Monday: 8am - 5pm
• Tuesday - Thursday: 8am - 3pm
• Friday: 8am - 12pm

Contact Information

Amy Hornkohl – Town Clerk/Tax Collector

• Email: townclerk@centerharbornh.gov
• Phone: 603-253-4561
• Mailing Address: Town of Center Harbor, Town Clerk, PO Box 140, 36 Main Street, Center Harbor, NH 03226

Mary Richardson – Deputy Town Clerk/Deputy Tax Collector

• Email: deputytctx@centerharbornh.gov
• Phone: 603-253-4561
• Mailing Address: Town of Center Harbor, Town Clerk, PO Box 140, 36 Main Street, Center Harbor, NH 03226

Afterhours Dropbox

Resources

• VehicleRegistration / Online Services
• Transfer Station Permit
• New Resident
• Elections
• Frequently Asked Questions

Forms

• Mailing Address Change Form
• Aqua-Therm Registration

Quick Links

• NH Department of Motor Vehicles

Vehicle Registration / Online Services

Vehicle Registration | Registration Estimates | Vital Records | Dog Licensing

Service Update

Our online registration service, Eb2gov, will be unavailable from Monday, December 29th – Monday, January 5th to allow for necessary system updates.

    Vehicle Registration

Click here if you would like to register your vehicle online. In order to utilize this system you will need the following documents:

• Registration of the vehicle(s) being renewed
• Driver’s license
• Checking account information (Checking Account and Routing Number)

Once you process your registration online, the Town Clerk will receive notice on the next business day and send the new registrations and decals to the mailing address on the registration.

If you would like to register a vehicle in-person, bring the following to the Town Clerk’s office:

• Registration of the vehicle(s) being renewed
• Driver’s license
• Cash or Check (If paying by check; 2 checks will be needed; 1 for the Town of Center Harbor and 1 for the State of New Hampshire). No Credit/Debit Cards.

For new residents, please refer to what is needed by clicking here.

    Motor Vehicle Registration Estimates

Click here to get a estimate on your motor vehicle registration.

    Vital Records

Click here to request a certified certificate of a birth, death, marriage or divorce. If you would like to do this in-person , complete this application, print it out, and bring to a Town Clerk office along with your photo ID.

    Dog Registrations

Click here to renew your dog registration. Your dog(s) must have been registered the prior year and have an up-to-date rabies certificate on file with the Town Clerk in order process your renewal. Registrations are due every year by April 30th. Registration fees are as follows:

• $9 - Unneutered/Unspayed
• $6.50 - Neutered/Spayed
• $2 - Seniors (1st dog owned by a resident that is 65 or older)

If your dog is not registered, bring an up-to-date rabies certificate to the Town Clerk’s office.

Facilities/Transfer Station Permit | Town of Center Harbor NH

To obtain a facilities/transfer station permit sticker(s) you may do so by completing the Transfer Station Permit application and returning it to:

Town of Center Harbor
Attn: Town Clerk
PO Box 140
Center Harbor, NH 03226

If mailing, include copies of ALL vehicle registration(s) requesting stickers and the appropriate fee.

Fees

• 1st vehicle: $20
• 2nd vehicle: free
• 3rd vehicle: $40
• 4th vehicle: free

If you plan to obtain a permit sticker in person, you must present your vehicle registration(s) (or a photo of your registration(s)). A photo of a license plate is NOT valid.

For more information regarding the Transfer Station, click here.

If you have any questions, please call 603-253-4561 or email the office at townclerk@centerharbornh.gov.

New Resident | Town of Center Harbor NH

The following is what you need to bring to the Town Clerk’s Office:

• A completed Residency Form

• Proof of Identity – driver’s license, non-driver, military or government

• Proof of Residency, primary proof – One (1) of the following:

  • Lease agreement or statement from property owner
  • Mortgage statement
  • Purchase and Sales agreement

• Proof of Residency, secondary proof – One (1) of the following:

  • Utility/service bill (electric, water, cable, oil/propane)
  • Payroll statement

• Up-to-date rabies certificates if you own dogs

• If you would like to register to vote, bring proof of citizenship (birth certificate, U.S. Passport/Passcard, or naturalization document)

New Hampshire Resident but New to Center Harbor

• In addition to what is needed listed above, you will need your current registration, if up for renewal or obtaining facilities/transfer station permit sticker.

Coming From Out of State

• In addition to what is needed listed above, you will need to bring:

  • The titles for owned vehicles. If you have a lienholder you will need to:
  • Complete this affidavit form stating you will notify your lien holder of your change of address.
  • Provide the lienholder name and address

What to Know

• 60 days to get a New Hampshire driver’s license and to register vehicles
• 10 days after registration your vehicle must be inspected
• Center Harbor does not send out registration renewal notices
• Transfer Station/Beach Permits are good for a 2-year period (currently from June 1, 2025 to May 31, 2027) (decals are usually available starting in April).
• Dogs must be licensed every year by April 30th

Elections | Town of Center Harbor NH

Please visit NH Secretary of State Elections for everything you need to know about voting in New Hampshire.

For election results click here.

Voter Registration Requirements in New Hampshire

A person must meet the following to register and vote:

• Be 18 years of age or older on election day
• Be a United States Citizen
• Be domiciled in the town or ward where they seek to vote

Important Note

Anyone wishing to register to vote in New Hampshire for the first time must provide proof of citizenship, identity, age, and domicile.

Proof of Citizenship (examples):

• Birth certificate
• Valid U.S. Passport
• Certificate of Naturalization

A driver’s license is not proof of citizenship.

Proof of Domicile (examples):

• Electric or cable bill
• Renter’s agreement
• Driver’s license (if domicile address is listed)

Per HB 1569, the law no longer allows affidavits as an alternative means of proving qualifications as a voter. If an applicant does not provide acceptable documentary proof of identity, age, citizenship, and/or domicile, they cannot be registered to vote.

What You Need to Register

You must provide proof of your identity, age, citizenship, and domicile to register. Proof may be shown with documents in paper or electronic form.\

• Identity and Age: Driver’s license or non-driver ID from any state
• Citizenship: Birth certificate, U.S. Passport/Passcard, or naturalization document

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need to bring for a new (or used) vehicle purchased from a NH dealership?

• Title application, completed by the dealership
• Driver’s license
• Cash or 2 checks

What do I need to bring for a vehicle purchased from a dealership outside of NH?

• Certificate of Origin (Out of state dealers cannot process NH title applications)
• Copy of the Purchase and Sales Agreement is recommended
• Driver’s license
• Cash or 2 checks

What do I need to bring for a vehicle I purchased from a private sale that is a 2000 or newer?

• Title with the back filled out by the seller and signed by the purchaser
• Driver’s license
• Cash or 2 checks

What do I need to bring for a vehicle I purchased from a private sale that is older than 2000?

• Bill of Sale
• Previous owners’ NH registration. If that was not given, a VIN verification needs to be done.
• Driver’s license
• Cash or 2 checks

Can I transfer my existing plates?
Yes. In addition to the above you also need to bring the current registration. If you do not have the current registration, a duplicate can be printed for a fee of $18 paid by cash or check.

Can I register a car for someone else?
Yes. You will need the current registration and your driver’s license.

Can I register my boat at Town Hall?
Yes. You will need to bring the following:

• Current registration or renewal notice from the State of NH
• Driver’s license
• Cash or 2 checks

Do I need the title for my trailer?
If the GVW is 3,000 or less, no; but you will need a Bill of Sale AND one (1) of the following:

• Manufacturer Certificate of Origin
• TDMV 19A
• Prior valid NH registration

If the GVW is over 3,001, yes you would need the title, and you will need one (1) of the following:

• Manufacturer Certificate of Origin, if the trailer is new from a dealer and they did not do the title application
• Prior NH title, signed over on the back from the seller to the buyer
• NH title application completed by a dealer

When do transfer station stickers expire?

• Transfer station stickers expire every 2 years. New stickers will be needed starting in April 2025. Town Hall typically gets new stickers in by the end of February Please bring in current the registration of the vehicle that the sticker will be on.