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1 New Subdivision; Inclusive Housing Developments. Amend RSA 674 by inserting after section 61 the following new subdivision:
Inclusive Housing Developments
674:61-a Inclusive Housing Development Requirements.
I. Any new multi-unit housing development containing more than 6 dwelling units shall meet the following requirements:
(a) At least 5 percent of the dwelling units shall be designated for individuals who qualify for a federal Mainstream Housing Voucher under 24 C.F.R. section 982.201.
(b) At least 5 percent of the dwelling units shall be designed and constructed in accordance with universal design standards, as defined by the United States Access Board or its successor, to ensure baseline accessibility for individuals with disabilities.
II. Paragraph I shall apply to developments approved by a planning board on or after January 1, 2027.
III. Regional and municipal housing authorities shall monitor compliance with this section and may issue guidance to developers and municipalities as necessary.
IV. The department of health and human services, in consultation with the New Hampshire housing finance authority, shall develop and distribute informational materials to assist housing authorities and developers in implementing this section.
2 Effective Date. This act shall take effect 60 days after its passage.
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1 New Subdivision; Inclusive Housing Developments. Amend RSA 674 by inserting after section 61 the following new subdivision:
Inclusive Housing Developments
674:61-a Inclusive Housing Development Requirements.
I. Any new multi-unit housing development containing more than 6 dwelling units shall meet the following requirements:
(a) At least 5 percent of the dwelling units shall be designated for individuals who qualify for a federal Mainstream Housing Voucher under 24 C.F.R. section 982.201.
(b) At least 5 percent of the dwelling units shall be designed and constructed in accordance with universal design standards, as defined by the United States Access Board or its successor, to ensure baseline accessibility for individuals with disabilities.
II. Paragraph I shall apply to developments approved by a planning board on or after January 1, 2027.
III. Regional and municipal housing authorities shall monitor compliance with this section and may issue guidance to developers and municipalities as necessary.
IV. The department of health and human services, in consultation with the New Hampshire housing finance authority, shall develop and distribute informational materials to assist housing authorities and developers in implementing this section.
2 Effective Date. This act shall take effect 60 days after its passage.