NH HB1357

Permits newly built manufactured homes as of right on individual lots in all residentially zoned areas throughout New Hampshire, requiring municipalities to amend zoning ordinances within one year of the effective date

Defines "new manufactured home" as one built to federal construction and safety standards (established in 1976), installed per NH manufactured housing standards, and purchased directly from a retailer without previous residential use

Distinguishes manufactured homes from "mobile homes" or "trailers," which are structures built before 1976 without federal safety standards compliance

Requires manufactured homes to meet the same lot size, frontage, and space requirements as conventional single-family homes in the same district, while allowing municipalities to provide reduced requirements

Prohibits municipalities from adopting or enforcing zoning ordinances that discriminate against or unreasonably restrict newly built manufactured homes in residential zones