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HB 1690

relative to impact fees.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Louise Andrus and 4 co-sponsors

HB 1690 modifies municipal impact fee authority for development projects; committee voted unanimously to reject it in 2026.

Inexpedient to Legislate: MA VV 02/05/2026 HJ 3 P. 17
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Bill Summary · HB 1690

Legislative bill overview

HB 1690 addresses impact fees—charges that municipalities impose on new development projects to fund infrastructure improvements necessitated by that growth. The bill would modify how New Hampshire municipalities can assess and collect these fees from developers. The specific provisions are not detailed in the available legislative record.

Why is this important

Impact fees directly affect housing affordability and development costs, which influence whether new residential and commercial projects are built. For municipalities, these fees are a primary mechanism to shift infrastructure costs from existing taxpayers to new development. Changes to impact fee authority can either constrain municipal revenue or reduce barriers to development depending on the direction of reform.

Potential points of contention

  • Developer vs. municipality interests: Restrictions on impact fees benefit developers and reduce housing costs but potentially shift infrastructure funding burdens to municipal budgets and existing residents
  • Local control concerns: Any state-level constraints on impact fee authority may conflict with municipal autonomy in land-use planning and public finance
  • Infrastructure funding gaps: Limiting impact fees could create underfunded infrastructure, while unrestricted fees may stifle development needed for economic growth and housing supply

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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