SB509 (2026) Compare Changes


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1 New Subparagraph; Subdivision Regulations. Amend RSA 674:36, II by inserting after subparagraph (o) the following new subparagraph:

(p) Subdivision regulations adopted pursuant to this section shall not prohibit or restrict the length of a dead-end road, including cul-de-sacs, if the proposed road design and fire access are certified as compliant with the state fire code as defined in RSA 153:1, VI-a.

2 New Paragraph; Erection of Buildings on Streets; Appeals. Amend RSA 674:41 by inserting after paragraph IV the following new paragraph:

V. No municipality or local board shall deny a building permit or otherwise restrict development based solely on the length of a dead-end road, provided the road is constructed and maintained in accordance with the requirements of the state fire code as defined in RSA 153:1, VI-a.

3 Effective Date. This act shall take effect 60 days after its passage.

Changed Version

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1 New Subparagraph; Subdivision Regulations. Amend RSA 674:36, II by inserting after subparagraph (o) the following new subparagraph:

(p) Subdivision regulations adopted pursuant to this section shall not prohibit or restrict the length of a dead-end road, including cul-de-sacs, if the proposed road design and fire access are certified as compliant with the state fire code as defined in RSA 153:1, VI-a.

2 New Paragraph; Erection of Buildings on Streets; Appeals. Amend RSA 674:41 by inserting after paragraph IV the following new paragraph:

V. No municipality or local board shall deny a building permit or otherwise restrict development based solely on the length of a dead-end road, provided the road is constructed and maintained in accordance with the requirements of the state fire code as defined in RSA 153:1, VI-a.

3 Effective Date. This act shall take effect 60 days after its passage.