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Planning board backs removing annual certificate requirement for accessory dwelling units and forwards change to city council

2805151 · February 19, 2025
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Summary

The Planning Board voted to remove an annual certificate‑of‑use requirement for accessory dwelling units after legal review found such an annual permit is not allowed under RSA; the board will forward the ordinance change to the city council.

The Somersworth Planning Board voted to support an ordinance amendment removing a required annual certificate‑of‑use for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and will forward the revised language to the Somersworth City Council for action.

Michelle Mears, the planning director, told the board the city attorney and staff review concluded…

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