HB1010

Relative to multi-family residential development on commercially zoned land.

Final Passage·7/6/26

New Hampshire HB1010 allows multi-family residential development on commercially zoned land with adequate infrastructure.

New Hampshire HB1010 amends zoning regulations to permit multi-family residential development on commercially zoned land, provided adequate infrastructure exists. This includes roads, water, and sewage systems. The planning board can deny applications if infrastructure is inadequate or if the development poses safety risks. Municipalities may require ground floor space for retail use and exempt adaptive reuse projects from certain building requirements. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 8–15 · Jul 6
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

D
1
3
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Floor Amendment

8 Yea

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15 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 21

9:30 AM

Commerce Hearing

Feb 3

10:00 AM

Housing Executive Session

History

Jul 6

House

Enrolled (in recess of) 06/04/2026 House Journal 15

Jul 6

Senate

Enrolled Adopted, Voice Vote, (In recess 06/04/2026); Senate Journal 15

Jun 23

Senate

Enrolled Bill Amendment # 2026-2185e Adopted, Voice Vote, (In recess of 06/04/2026); Senate Journal 14