The ordinance clearly targeted the city’s unhoused population. At oral argument Justice Sonya Sotomayor asked the attorney for the city, “If homeless people aren’t allowed to sleep anywhere, are they supposed to just kill themselves?” READ MORE
Following the resignation last week of Adrienne Beloin, the city’s Director of Housing Stability, the city has posted a similar job with a broad description and qualifications: Director of Homeless Initiatives. READ MORE
The median price for a single-family house in New Hampshire rose from $283,000 in 2018 to $470,000 in 2023, a 66 percent increase in five years. Between 2013 and 2023, the median price increased 114 percent, starting at $220,000 in 2013. READ MORE
Judi Currie discusses New Hampshire’s housing landscape with Nick Taylor, executive director of the Workforce Housing Coalition of the Greater Seacoast, Rob Taylor, land use and community development administrator for the town of Enfield, and Donna Benton, director of planning and community development in Dover. READ MORE
On Tuesday night, activists gathered outside of City Hall asking for more affordable housing in the Queen City. READ MORE
Two free public events, featuring presentations by Manchester Public Health, will be held April 9, 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Beech Street Elementary School and May 7, 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Parkside Middle School. Presentations will introduce parents and families to the possible lead hazards in their homes, encourage early childhood testing, and explain the necessary actions and available services following a positive test. READ MORE
Following approval by the Executive Council on Wednesday, $8.5 million in funding was made available to local emergency shelter services supporting individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness. READ MORE
If you are interested in owning a multifamily home, attend this seminar to understand the rewards, risks, and responsibilities. READ MORE
Lisa Morales of Keene finally received her housing voucher after 18 months of waiting — a relatively short time compared to the sometimes years-long process others face in obtaining one. Waiting was not the main issue she encountered, however — finding a landlord who would accept her voucher remains her bigger worry. READ MORE
Mayor Jay Ruais and Keene Mayor Jay Kahn along with 9 other city mayors announced the joint issuance of a letter to Sen. Regina Birdsell, Republican representing District, 19 and chair of the Health and Human Services Committee, in support of SB 406, legislation relative to funding for emergency housing assistance. READ MORE
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