GAME CHANGER + JUNE 16 HOUSING CHAT AT CHAMBER COLLABORATIVE
URGE GOV. AYOTTE TO SIGN HB 631
Dear Portsmouth resident,
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URGE GOV. AYOTTE TO SUPPORT HOUSING
House Bill 631 is game-changer. In a nutshell, it enables new houses in areas previously restricted to commercial, opening up opportunities for housing, for example on under-used parking lots. Our 1-page quick glance. In less than a minute, you can help by urging Governor Kelly Ayotte to sign HB 631 right here (inc. link and sample text). Thanks!
⭐ JOIN US JUNE 16 AT 5:30pm: HOUSING CHAT
At Portsmouth's Chamber Collaborative on North Mill Pond, a great opportunity to chat with neighbors and housing advocates. Learn about Portsmouth's housing crisis and how we can tackle it. Swing by, enjoy a snack, good company, and a great view of the pond. RSVP here.
ROOM ON YOUR PROPERTY FOR FAMILY OR TENANTS?
Considering whether to independently house family or a tenant on your property? Portsmouth recently made it easier for homeowners to apply for and build accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on their property. The City has a lengthy homeowners guide. Here's our 1-page quick glance. See if you qualify.
NEW MASTER PLAN PROCESS STARTS SOON
A once-in-a-decade chance to help shape future Portsmouth. Housing will be a key topic. The City has begun early citizen outreach. You can sign up for email updates here.
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT NEEDS AN ALTERNATE
For the right person, this is a great way to serve the City. The ZBA considers applications that seek a variance or exception to our zoning rules—apply here.
Quote: "[Police Chief Mark Newport] shared that the department 'just lost a two-year officer that left to go to Londonderry for a $21,000 raise, and the cost of living is half the price of Portsmouth. We can’t compete with that.'”
