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Council advances zoning amendments on short-term rentals after heated public comment
Summary
After public comment and planning-board review, the council proceeded with ordinance 2026-235-4170 amending zoning definitions and accessory-use rules for short-term rentals; proponents said the changes protect residential neighborhoods, opponents warned of litigation risk and economic harm to homeowners.
The Laconia City Council conducted readings and advanced ordinance 2026-235-4170, a set of zoning changes that alter definitions and accessory-use rules related to short-term and vacation rentals in residential zones.
Councilors and planning staff said the ordinance was drafted after legal review and a planning-board process; outside counsel and the city attorney reviewed court decisions and statutory changes. The planning director told the council that the text reflects recent case law and statutory guidance and that the adopted changes were vetted…
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