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NH HB1004
Bill
Status
11/7/2025
Primary Sponsor
Matt Drew
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AI Summary
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Expands the automatic fire sprinkler system exemption from detached 1-2 family dwellings to detached buildings with up to 4 dwelling units used only for residential purposes
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Amends multiple state statutes including the State Fire Code (RSA 153:5), fire warning device requirements (RSA 153:10-a), State Building Code (RSA 155-A:10), and subdivision regulations (RSA 674:36) to reflect the expanded exemption
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Prohibits the state fire marshal, state building code review board, and local planning boards from requiring sprinkler installation in qualifying residential buildings
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Applies to all new construction, renovations, or conversions of qualifying buildings after the effective date; existing buildings without sprinklers are not required to retrofit them
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Takes effect 60 days after passage
Legislative Description
Exempting certain dwelling units from automatic sprinkler system requirements.
Last Action
Refer for Interim Study: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/11/2026 House Journal 7
3/11/2026