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Committee sends expedited‑permitting bill to interim study after unanimous vote
New Hampshire House Housing Committee · February 17, 2026
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Summary
The House Housing Committee voted 12‑0 to refer HB 16‑52 (expedited permitting and third‑party inspections for residential work) to interim study after testimony from builders, code officials and clean‑energy groups urged further work and longer municipal response times.
Representative Calvin Buller introduced HB 16‑52, a proposal to create expedited permitting pathways and permit third‑party inspections for certain residential and minor home improvement projects. The proposal drew support for its long‑term goal but practical concerns from multiple stakeholders.
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