House Committee on Housing (02/24/2026)

Subcommittee (legislative work session) · February 25, 2026

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Opening and purpose

Presentation

7:56 → 8:33(38s)

Chair opens the subcommittee work session on HB 1540, explains an informal format and requests a 'pulse check' from subcommittee members about the bill and any questions. The Chair asks Rep. Grant to share initial thoughts.

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Speakers:Unidentified Chair

A legislative subcommittee met to discuss an amendment to HB 1540 that would restrict accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in the 250-foot protected shoreland zone. Lawmakers, New Hampshire Lakes, New Hampshire Municipal Association and New Hampshire Housing debated compromises on allowing ADUs within existing footprints, septic-system oversight, and municipal discretion.

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