New Hampshire · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1079: allowing accessory dwelling units to be built within or attached to certain non-conforming structures.

Enacted Last action July 9, 2026: Signed by Governor Ayotte 07/02/2026; Chapter 210; eff. 8/31/2026

Plain-language summary

HB 1079 is a bill introduced in the New Hampshire House on December 1, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: allowing accessory dwelling units to be built within or attached to certain non-conforming structures. Primary sponsor: Allan Howland (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (July 9, 2026): Signed by Governor Ayotte 07/02/2026; Chapter 210; eff. 8/31/2026.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Allan Howland (Democratic). 2 co-sponsors.