HB1112 Relative to snow removal responsibilities in lease agreements.
Relative to snow removal responsibilities in lease agreements.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Tenants in multi-unit buildings may benefit from reduced snow removal costs in common areas, while landlords may face increased maintenance expenses; net financial impact varies by property type and existing lease practices.
Your Community
The bill addresses property-level maintenance without direct impact on community services, schools, or public infrastructure.
Your Freedom
Tenants gain clearer rights and protections regarding maintenance responsibilities, though the bill allows landlords and tenants to contractually override default allocations.
Status
Signed by Governor Ayotte 07/02/2026; Chapter 213; eff. 7/1/2027
Sponsor
Lily Foss (D)
The Short Version
This bill clarifies who is responsible for snow and ice removal in rental properties. Landlords must clear common areas (driveways, walkways, stairs) unless otherwise agreed, while tenants are responsible for private areas exclusively used by their unit. The law applies only to leases signed or renewed on or after July 1, 2027.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Tenants in multi-unit rental properties who gain explicit legal protection requiring landlords to maintain common areas unless otherwise agreed
- ▲ Tenants with exclusive-use areas who have clarity on their responsibility rather than ambiguity
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Landlords of multi-unit properties who cannot avoid common-area snow removal obligations without explicit tenant agreement
- ▼ Existing tenants under leases signed before July 1, 2027 who are not covered by this bill's protections
Bill statuses as of October 7, 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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