Housing (Tenant Rights)

failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 1371: prohibiting application fees for residential rental agreements.

HB 1371 prohibits landlords from charging application fees to individuals applying for residential rental agreements. It requires landlords to accept standard identification (like government-issued ID, taxpayer ID, or social security number) for background checks instead of requiring a social security number or refusing applications without one. The bill applies only to residential rentals, excluding commercial properties. It takes effect 60 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits application fees and standardizes ID requirements, reducing financial barriers for renters and protecting tenant rights per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New Hampshire · House Mar 11, 2026

HB 1450: relative to the designation and control of shared facilities in rental properties.

HB 1450 clarifies and updates rules for residential rental properties with shared common areas like kitchens or bathrooms. It requires written documentation confirming a property is a "shared facility" (where tenants share significant spaces), expands the definition to include renters ("lessees") in designation decisions, and defines "owner" to cover both landlords and renters managing these spaces. The bill specifically applies to standard residential rentals (excluding short-term vacation rentals, hotels, dorms, or institutional housing like shelters). Key changes include making the shared facility status formal in writing and ensuring both renters and landlords have a role in the designation process.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill requires written documentation for shared facilities and includes renters in designation decisions, strengthening tenant input and clarity in housing management.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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died · New Hampshire · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 1375: prohibiting landlords from charging more than one application fee per tenant every 12 months.

HB 1375 prohibits landlords from charging more than one application fee per tenant within any 12-month period, regardless of how many rental units the tenant applies for or leases under the same landlord or agent. It specifically covers all fees related to processing rental applications, including background checks, credit checks, and administrative costs. This law directly affects tenants seeking rental housing and landlords managing applications. The bill takes effect 60 days after enactment, ensuring tenants pay only one fee for multiple applications to the same landlord within a year.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits multiple application fees, reducing tenant costs and protecting against unfair charges, directly strengthening tenant rights.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 1143: relative to the remediation of mold in rental housing.

HB 1143 requires landlords to fix significant mold problems in rental housing, directly affecting landlords (who must remediate) and tenants (who gain protection from unhealthy conditions). It defines "significant mold" as visible growth or detectable behind walls/carpet using professional tools, adding this as a violation of minimum housing standards. Municipal officers can now inspect properties, issue remediation orders, and pursue enforcement for such violations. The bill takes effect 60 days after enactment, giving local authorities clear authority to address mold hazards.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires mold remediation in rentals to prevent respiratory illnesses, aligning with public health protection under housing standards.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates landlord remediation of significant mold, directly protecting tenants from unhealthy conditions and enforcing housing standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 1553: relative to pet-related fees and rent in residential tenancies.

HB 1553 limits landlords to charging no more than 1% of a unit’s monthly rent for pet-related fees, regardless of how many pets a tenant keeps. It bans nonrefundable pet fees entirely, affecting tenants with companion animals and landlords who previously charged such fees. Exceptions include service animals under disability law and charges for actual damage caused by a pet. Tenants can sue landlords who violate these rules and recover damages plus legal costs.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingLimits pet fees to 1% rent, bans nonrefundable charges, and protects tenants from excessive costs - directly strengthens tenant rights and affordability in housing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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failed · New Hampshire · House Mar 16, 2026

HB 1171: relative to eviction safeguards for tenants whose Social Security payments are disrupted.

HB 1171 creates a 90-day grace period for renters who miss rent payments due to an unexpected interruption in their monthly Social Security benefits. The bill directly affects residential tenants in New Hampshire whose Social Security payments are halted unexpectedly, providing time to secure alternative housing or funding without facing immediate eviction. It amends state law to require landlords to grant this 90-day extension when rent is missed specifically because of disrupted Social Security payments. The law takes effect January 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates 90-day eviction grace period for tenants with Social Security disruptions, directly protecting tenant rights and preventing housing instability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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died · New Hampshire · House Aug 20, 2026

HB 1612: relative to the use of price-fixing websites, algorithms, or other software by landlords.

HB 1612 prohibits landlords from using price-fixing websites, algorithms, or software to set rental prices, making such use a violation of New Hampshire's Consumer Protection Act. It directly affects landlords who employ these tools, requiring them to stop using such software or face enforcement actions. The bill establishes a process where tenants or others can file complaints with the Department of Justice's Consumer Protection Bureau, which must investigate these claims. The law takes effect January 1, 2027, and would require one additional attorney position at an estimated annual cost of $72,000 starting in 2027, though no funding is provided in the bill.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits landlords from using price-fixing algorithms to set rents, strengthening tenant protections against unfair pricing practices under consumer law.85% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyProhibits landlords from using algorithms/software for price-fixing, directly restricting a specific technology application under consumer protection law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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signed · New Hampshire · House Jul 9, 2026

HB 1112: relative to snow removal responsibilities in lease agreements.

HB 1112 requires residential lease agreements to explicitly state who is responsible for snow and ice removal. It sets the default rule: landlords must handle common areas (like driveways and walkways used by multiple tenants) unless the lease specifically assigns this duty to the tenant. Tenants may only agree in writing to handle snow removal for specific areas, and this agreement must be voluntary and included in the lease. The law applies to all new or renewed residential leases starting January 1, 2027. It does not override local ordinances about public sidewalks.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingClarifies landlord responsibility for snow removal in common areas, strengthening tenant protections in residential leases per bill's default rule.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights