New Hampshire SB439 allows data centers in commercial or industrial zoning districts, subject to local regulations.
New Hampshire SB439 modifies zoning laws to permit data centers within commercial or industrial districts, subject to local land use regulations. The bill defines a "data center" as a facility primarily for storing, processing, managing, and transmitting digital data. It excludes facilities that do not exceed 25% of the gross floor area of all on-site buildings, serve the enterprise functions of the on-site property owner, and are not leased to others. The planning board, with local legislative body approval, may adopt necessary regulations. The act takes effect 60 days after passage.
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