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Bill would push agencies to identify surplus state land for affordable housing
Summary
Rep. Chris Muns proposed HB 17‑26 to require state agencies to identify underused property in budget planning and make select parcels available to affordable‑housing developers at favorable starting bids; supporters said land costs drive housing prices while members asked about sale mechanics, proceeds and municipal coordination.
Representative Chris Muns (Rockingham County District 29) told the committee HB 17‑26 directs state agencies to identify unused or underutilized state land that might be suitable for affordable housing as part of their biennial budget process and authorizes the state to offer such parcels to qualified developers through a competitive process with below‑market starting bids.
"Since acquisition of land is one of the larger expenses a…
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