New Hampshire towns face housing code scrutiny by new House Housing Committee
Rep. Joe Alexander calls out municipalities for ‘snob zoning’ that excludes lower-income individuals from housing
House lawmakers propose legislation to expand housing options, target snob zoning practices
Proposed bills include expanding ADUs, removing lot size requirements, allowing residential development in commercial zones
Mixed reactions from legislators and industry experts on the potential impacts of changes to zoning laws
NH Municipal Association opposes bills, arguing for local control over zoning ordinances
Republicans and Democrats unite on bipartisan support for housing legislation, aiming to address housing crisis and improve affordability
Proposed bills seek to override local zoning codes to increase housing stock and combat exclusionary practices
Debate centers on balancing housing development with potential impacts on local economies and existing businesses.
Efforts emphasize the importance of addressing housing crisis while considering local concerns and impacts on community development.
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