Commercial & Industrial
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The Housing Bills That Made It – and Didn’t – in 2024
New Hampshire’s housing supply crisis has persisted for another year. And housing advocates are calling the 2024 legislative session a mixed bag.
Housing a Top Issue for NH Voters – and Candidates, Too
Housing is the top issue for residents of New Hampshire, a new survey from the University of New Hampshire found Thursday. And candidates for office have taken notice.
Seabrook Officials, Casino Owners Reach Deal on Apartments
The operator of Seabrook’s The Brook casino has hammered out a deal with town officials over their disputed plan to build hundreds apartments on part of the casino property.
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For Now, Class B Offices Enjoy Their Day in the Sun
Some have doubts the trend in Manchester and Portsmouth has much staying power beyond a few quarters. Others think it may be part of a longer shift in the market.
Senate Kills Bill to Expand Accessory Dwelling Units
The New Hampshire Senate killed a bill to expand the right to build accessory dwelling units Wednesday, using a parliamentary tactic to prevent the proposal from returning again this year.
Multifamily Developer Confidence Declines in First Quarter
Confidence in the national market for new multifamily housing declined year-over-year in the first quarter of 2024, according to results from the latest quarterly survey by the National Association of Home Builders.
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Lawmakers Close to Passing ‘Necessary’ ADU Bill
Supporters of accessory dwelling units, also known as “in-law units,” are cautiously optimistic that legislation will pass this spring that would make it easier to build apartment-like additions to single-family homes over the objections of local zoning boards.
House Kills ‘HOMEnibus’ Housing Incentive Bill
The New Hampshire House voted down a bipartisan bill meant to make it easier to build housing in the state, in a 188-173 vote May 2 that kills the legislation for the year. Proponents of Senate Bill 538, known as the “HOMEnibus,” argued it would help dislodge...
Stratham Select Board Takes Town ZBA to Court
Stratham officials are at legal daggers drawn over a decision to permit construction of a 59-unit condominium development in town.
Stratham Select Board Takes Town ZBA to Court
Stratham officials are at legal daggers drawn over a decision to permit construction of a 59-unit condominium development in town.