HB604 Relative to a loan forgiveness program for low-income homeowners to build new accessory dwelling units or renovate existing structures into accessory dwelling units.
Relative to a loan forgiveness program for low-income homeowners to build new accessory dwelling units or renovate existing structures into accessory dwelling units.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Helps homeowners create rental income through ADUs and adds affordable housing units to the market.
Your Community
ADUs add housing supply gently within existing neighborhoods, helping address NH's housing shortage.
Your Freedom
Empowers homeowners to use their property more productively by building rental units.
Status
Refer for Interim Study: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 01/07/2026 House Journal 1 P. 73
Sponsor
Jodi Newell (D)
The Short Version
Would have created a loan forgiveness program to help low-income homeowners build or renovate accessory dwelling units (ADUs). ADUs are a key strategy for increasing housing supply without changing neighborhood character.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Low-income homeowners
- ▲ Renters seeking affordable housing
- ▲ Elderly homeowners who can age in place with rental income
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ State budget for loan forgiveness
- ▼ Neighbors who prefer no additional units
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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