Housing (Affordable Housing)

in committee · New Hampshire · House Mar 12, 2026

HB 1357: permitting in all residentially zoned areas by right the placement of newly constructed manufactured homes.

HB 1357 permits the placement of new manufactured homes on individual lots in all residentially zoned areas across New Hampshire without requiring special local permits. The bill defines "new manufactured homes" as those built after 1976 under federal safety standards and not previously placed, and requires all municipalities to update zoning ordinances to allow these homes within one year. Municipalities must apply the same general lot size and design standards to manufactured homes as to traditional homes but may set more flexible requirements, such as smaller lot sizes, for manufactured housing. This law directly affects homeowners seeking affordable housing options and municipalities responsible for zoning enforcement.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill removes barriers for affordable manufactured homes in residential zones, mandates zoning updates to allow development, and aligns standards with traditional homes, directly expanding affordable housing options.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Zoning

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failed · New Hampshire · Senate Jan 29, 2026

SB 471: relative to affordable housing investment fees.

SB 471 allows New Hampshire municipalities to impose fees on new developments (like subdivisions or buildings) that don’t meet local affordable housing requirements. These fees must be kept separate from general funds and spent *only* on affordable housing projects through specific entities like the NH Housing Finance Authority or local housing authorities. Fees are collected when planning approvals or building permits are issued, and municipalities must report annual spending. The bill requires fees to directly address local affordable housing needs without altering existing planning board authority.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates fees collected from developers be exclusively spent on affordable housing projects, creating dedicated funding for essential public housing programs through specified entities.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates fees on non-compliant developments to fund affordable housing exclusively through designated entities like NH Housing Finance Authority, directly advancing affordable housing investment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance

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vetoed · New Hampshire · House Aug 19, 2026

HB 1726: relative to the sale of surplus state-owned land and establishing a commission to study the sale of state-owned property.

HB 1726 requires New Hampshire state agencies to identify surplus property suitable for affordable housing development and make it available to qualified developers at below-market rates. The bill mandates that at least 20% of housing units developed on such property must remain affordable to low- and moderate-income households for a minimum of 20 years, with legal restrictions ensuring this use. It also prioritizes municipal grant funding for communities collaborating with state agencies on identifying and rezoning eligible land. The bill does not provide new state funding but allows agencies to retain proceeds from property sales for one additional budget cycle. This directly affects state agencies, qualified housing developers, and low-to-moderate-income households seeking affordable housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates 20% affordable units for 20 years on surplus property, requiring state agencies to prioritize affordable housing development and enforce long-term affordability restrictions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance Property Development

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in committee · New Hampshire · Senate Feb 19, 2026

SB 419: relative to the housing champion designation and program and the affordable housing fund, and making appropriations therefor.

SB 419 expands the "housing champion" designation to include local governments that adopt zoning rules allowing child care centers near jobs (like on commercially zoned land without special permits, meeting health department standards). It allocates $5 million to the housing champion program fund and $10 million to the affordable housing fund for the 2026-2027 biennium, both non-lapsing. These funds will support affordable housing projects and local efforts to improve housing access. The bill directly affects towns and cities that change zoning to integrate childcare with commercial development.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $5M to housing champion fund and $10M to affordable housing fund, increasing state funding for housing initiatives.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllocates $5M to housing champion program and $10M to affordable housing fund, expanding designations to support housing access through zoning reforms.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Property Development Zoning

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died · New Hampshire · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 1145: relative to affordable housing investment fees.

HB 1145 allows New Hampshire municipalities to impose fees on new developments (like housing projects or subdivisions) that don’t meet local affordable housing requirements. These fees must be kept separate from general city funds and spent *only* on affordable housing - through state housing authorities, community development programs, or local housing agencies. Fees are collected at key development stages (e.g., when a building permit is issued) and must be reported annually on how they’re used. The bill gives municipalities flexibility to set fee amounts based on local needs but requires strict transparency in spending.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates dedicated municipal fees exclusively for affordable housing funding, directly advancing public service investment through targeted fiscal allocation.92% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates fees on non-compliant developments to fund affordable housing exclusively through designated housing programs, directly advancing affordable housing investment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Building Codes Community Development

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failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 1405: relative to the housing finance authority's affordable housing guarantee program.

HB 1405 establishes a program allowing New Hampshire's Housing Finance Authority to guarantee up to 80% of loans for affordable housing projects. This reduces risk for lenders financing housing where costs (rent/mortgage plus utilities/taxes) do not exceed 30% of residents' income, defined as 50-80% of state median income. The program limits annual guarantees to $30 million per lender and $300 million total statewide. It directly affects lenders, housing developers, and low/moderate-income residents seeking affordable homes.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates loan guarantee program to fund affordable housing projects for low/moderate-income residents (50-80% median income), reducing lender risk to increase development and affordability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance Mortgages

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in committee · New Hampshire · House Mar 11, 2026

HB 1619: relative to the rights of property owners and limitations on municipal land use regulation, and repealing the workforce housing program.

HB 1619 establishes new protections for property owners by prohibiting rent controls, limiting municipal zoning authority to basic health/safety needs, and requiring prompt permit processing. It repeals the InvestNH Program (which provided grants for affordable housing) and the New Hampshire Housing Champion designation. The bill prohibits government takings for private development without just compensation and bans municipal subsidies for specific housing types. These changes directly affect property owners, municipalities, and housing developers by reducing government regulation in housing markets.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingRepeals InvestNH affordable housing grants, bans rent controls, limits municipal housing subsidies - directly reduces affordable housing support and weakens tenant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Renters Zoning

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failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 1732: relative to housing accessibility and voucher allocation in new multi-unit developments.

HB 1732 requires new multi-unit housing developments (over 6 units) approved on or after January 1, 2027, to reserve 5% of units for residents eligible for federal housing vouchers and design another 5% of units to meet universal accessibility standards. This directly affects developers of new residential projects and impacts residents with disabilities, as well as individuals using federal housing vouchers. The bill mandates compliance monitoring by regional housing authorities and requires the state health department and housing finance agency to create informational resources for developers. It does not provide new state funding but estimates minimal costs for administrative support.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates 5% affordable units for voucher users and 5% accessible units in new developments, directly increasing affordable housing access and tenant protections for disabled residents.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance Tags People with Disabilities

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died · New Hampshire · House Feb 10, 2026

HB 1017: relative to accessory dwelling units and workforce housing.

HB 1017 allows New Hampshire towns to count accessory dwelling units (ADUs, like backyard cottages) toward their local workforce housing goals. It requires that ADUs meet specific affordability standards and lets municipalities enforce these standards through legal agreements recorded with property deeds. The bill directly affects local governments and property owners who develop or manage ADUs. This change modifies how towns calculate existing housing obligations without creating new state-level requirements.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enables ADUs to count toward workforce housing goals with affordability standards, directly increasing affordable housing supply through local government incentives.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Zoning

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died · New Hampshire · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 1660: relative to municipal credit enhancement agreements and tax increment financing for priority housing development.

HB 1660 allows New Hampshire municipalities to use project-based credit enhancement agreements (CEAs) to incentivize specific housing developments without requiring a full tax increment financing (TIF) district. It directly affects municipalities and developers building qualifying housing projects, such as senior housing, skilled care facilities, workforce housing, or other community-identified housing needs. The bill clarifies that housing-related captured tax revenue will be excluded from equalized property valuation calculations, preventing towns from facing artificially inflated state tax bases. This change streamlines support for housing projects while excluding conversions of existing homes, luxury developments, or individually owned units like single-family homes. The law aims to address housing shortages by making municipal financial tools more accessible for housing-focused initiatives.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEnables municipalities to use tax increment financing for housing development, advancing fiscal tools for budget management and housing funding.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingEnables municipalities to incentivize affordable housing projects (workforce, senior) via CEAs without full TIF, advancing development through financial mechanisms.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds Revenue Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Housing Finance Property Taxes

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