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Proposed state elimination of variance hardship requirement
Keene
Summary
A 2026 state bill would strike the hardship requirement from variance applications, one of the five criteria boards apply. The city's zoning staff thinks that guts meaningful review — if it passes, variances could become much easier to get in Keene.
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Last discussed Jan 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
✅Who benefits
Property owners seeking variances would face a lower bar if the bill passes.
⚠️Who could be affected
Neighbors and the city could see more setback and dimensional relief granted without a showing of unique property hardship.
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