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Housing Strategies in Lebanon – 7/17/25

July 17, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 1:00pm

Venue :Virtual

In April 2022, Lebanon’s City Council unanimously adopted a “Resolution on Housing” directing the city to take steps to enable, incentivize, and partner in developing housing needs not currently being addressed by the market. In this session, you’ll learn about two of the City’s most innovative approaches to the housing crisis, funded in part by the InvestNH and Housing Champions programs. Nathan Reichert, City of Lebanon Planning & Development Director and Catheryn Hembree, City of Lebanon Associate Planner will discuss Lebanon’s new Pattern Zones Overlay District created to add density to existing neighborhoods. You’ll also hear Lebanon’s perspective on the role of the city in developing housing and the Barrows Street Project, which will create smaller, more efficient infill housing units on city-owned land on Barrows Street. There will be ample time for questions throughout the webinar. Once you've registered, you will receive a confirmation email from Microsoft Teams; check your spam folder if you do not receive the confirmation.

Local Housing Starts with Listening – 7/18/25

July 18, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 1:00pm

Venue :Virtual

What is the best way to talk about housing needs with our communities? When do we propose residential zoning amendments to be ready for town meeting? How do we respond to concerns about maintaining our rural character? What is the best way to discuss housing density? If you have ever found yourself asking any of these questions you are not alone. While there are no easy answers, we can learn a lot by listening to one another. This UNH webinar explores housing opportunities from the perspective of community engagement and development strategies that bring people together in lasting and impactful conversations. It will explore how to respond to the complex questions about character, place, and home that frame so many discussions about housing so we can both meet our housing needs and grow community commitment to the process. Presenters: John Christ: Field Specialist, Community and Economic Development – Merrimack County, UNH Extension Scott Slattery: Field Specialist, Community and Economic Development – Hillsborough County, UNH Extension

2025 Housing & Economy Conference – 10/16/25

October 16, 2025 | 8:00 am - 12:00pm

Venue : Grappone Conference Center

SAVE THE DATE Join your housing colleagues on Thursday, October 16th for an engaging program addressing the Granite State's affordable housing and economic development needs. Continue to check back as details for the 2025 conference become available.

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Past Events

Monadnock Economic Development Policy Forum – 7/9/25

July 09, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 3:30pm

Venue :Virtual

Join the GMC-Regional Chamber of Commerce on July 9th for a Monadnock Economic Development Policy Forum co-hosted by SWRPC's Economic Development Advisory Committee, Monadnock Economic Development Corporation, and the Greater Monadnock Collaborative. The forum will feature a presentation by Mike Skelton, President & CEO of the Business and Industry Association of New Hampshire on state legislative activity related to business and economic development in the state. It has been a busy legislative session in Concord. The forum will be a good opportunity to take stock of how the dust has settled.

How Affordable Housing Happens – 6/25/25

June 25, 2025 | 8:00 am - 10:00am

Venue :Virtual

Join us for How Affordable Housing Happens, the first event in our 2025 Affordable Housing Seminar Series. This dynamic session is designed to connect partners, spark collaboration, and offer a behind-the-scenes look at the newly structured Multifamily Housing Division at New Hampshire Housing. Attendees will:

Learn about the division’s updated structure and strategic direction
Engage in Q&A segments with staff

Whether you’re a longtime stakeholder or just starting to work in this space, this is a valuable chance to connect, ask questions, and stay informed about the evolving landscape of affordable housing development in New Hampshire. This seminar will be offered in a hybrid format, with limited in-person attendance at our Bedford office and a virtual option available for all other participants.

WHC Spring Policy Session – 6/24/25

June 24, 2025 | 9:00 am - 11:00am

Venue : Service Credit Union 3003 Lafayette Rd. Portsmouth, NH

Join the Workforce Housing Coalition of the Greater Seacoast for a critical conversation on housing policy and legislative outcomes!

As the legislative session in Concord draws to a close, we invite you to a timely forum exploring the key housing-related decisions made this year—and what they mean for our communities. This event will feature lawmakers and policy experts who will unpack major housing bills, local zoning changes, and broader trends shaping housing access and affordability.

In addition to a focus on state-level developments, we will briefly touch on funding for federal level housing programs and highlight some stand-out work being done by municipalities in our region. Don't miss this opportunity to engage in a morning of insight, analysis, and dialogue on the future of housing policy at every level of government!

NHPA Spring Conference – 6/6/25

June 06, 2025 | 9:30 am - 3:00pm

Venue : Enfield Community Building - 308 US-4, Enfield, NH 03748

NHPA's Annual Spring Conference will be in Enfield on June 6th. Join them for a day of professional development including Legislative and Legal updates, local presentations, walking tours and afternoon Planner's Therapy.

Agenda

Doors open at 9:30 am for registration and breakfast.

10:00 am Welcome

10:15-11:00 am Presentation from Lebanon Local Leaders (more details coming soon)

11:00-11:45 am Legislative/Legal Update

11:45 am – 1:00 pm Awards & Lunch

1:00-3:00 pm Presentation from Enfield Local Leaders with a walking tour! (more details coming soon)

At 3:00 pm, we’ll head over to a local brewery for Planner’s Therapy!

$40 for NHPA members, $50 for nonmembers.

Housing Resources for Employers – 5/29/25

May 29, 2025 | 9:00 am - 11:00am

Venue : Great North Woods Welcome Center 25 Park StreetLancaster, NH, 03584

This free workshop is designed to inform employers, HR professionals, and community leaders about the resources available to help homebuyers and renters find, secure and retain housing in the North Country. Attendees will learn about a variety of programs, from affordable homeownership options and down payment assistance to rental support and educational opportunities for residents. Attendees will also hear about how local businesses are building housing for their workforce. RSVP for this important session.

AHEAD’s Annual Meeting – 5/22/25

May 22, 2025 | 3:00 pm - 7:00pm

Venue : The Rocks 113 Glessner Lane Bethlehem, NH 03574

Join AHEAD at their Annual Meeting and Community Partner Celebration. Don't miss this opportunity to network with peers, learn about valuable community programs and celebrate AHEAD's past year of successes.

Public-Private Partnerships at Work in Downtown Nashua – 5/19/25

May 19, 2025 | 1:00 pm - 6:00pm

Venue : Nashua Center for the Arts 201 Main St, Nashua, NH 03060

Join Plan NH for an afternoon of education, inspiration, and rooftop networking in Downtown Nashua!

This event will begin with a panel presentation exploring how municipalities and private sector partners can work together to deliver impactful results in tough times, followed by a walking tour of Downtown Nashua showcasing real-world examples of recent projects made possible by public-private partnerships, including affordable and market-rate housing developments, public realm upgrades, and arts and cultural initiatives. Participants will gain insight into how incremental design improvements, thoughtful planning, and collaborative relationships can unlock value for both the community and developers.

Speakers include:

Dan Scanlon, JD, CCIM, Colliers
Amy Renzi, PG, GZA GeoEnvironmental
Heather Shank, AICP, State of New Hampshire
Liz Hannum, City of Nashua
and others!

Who should attend?

Planners, Economic Development Officials, Housing Officials, Architects, Developers, Real Estate Professionals, and others. CEUs through AIA and APA pending approval.

$35 for Plan NH Members & Municipal Staff/Volunteers; $50 for Non-Members

2025 Planning and Zoning Conference – 5/10/25

May 10, 2025 | 8:45 am - 3:30pm

Venue :Virtual

The Office of Planning and Development organizes an annual conference, required under RSA 673:3-a, by providing informational sessions on planning and zoning issues for members of municipal land use boards. This planning and zoning conference has been held since 1994. Information about the Spring 2025 Planning and Zoning Conference.

When: Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 8:45 am to 3:30 pm.
Where: Online (each session will be recorded and available after the conference)

Conference Summary Agenda Track #1: Planning Board Planning Board Track Agenda Track #2: Zoning Board of Adjustment Zoning Board of Adjustment Track Agenda Track #3: Historic Preservation Historic Preservation & Housing Track Agenda TO REGISTER: Please register for one track only. The links below provides all the registration links accordingly. A session chart, which includes the Microsoft Teams webinar links for each track/session, will be sent via email to all those who registered. You do not need to register for more than one track if you want to attend sessions from multiple tracks throughout the day.

Planning Board Track: Click Here to Register
Zoning Board Track: Click Here to Register
Historic Preservation Track: Click Here to Register

For assistance registering, contact planning@livefree.nh.gov

Water, Wastewater, and Housing: Session 3 – 5/7/25

May 07, 2025 | 4:30 pm - 6:00pm

Venue :Virtual

Water, Wastewater, and Housing: A Webinar Series Session 3: Creative Options When There Isn’t Municipal Water/Sewer Wednesday, May 7, 4:30-6 pm Zoom ~ Free

This session looks at options for meeting the water/wastewater needs of new housing when municipal water and sewer is not available. What alternatives exist to having to provide a separate well and septic system for each new housing unit? Topics will include soil-based lot sizing (an approach for determining permitted housing density), shared water/septic arrangements, and innovative treatment methods, as well as case studies of each. Speakers include Sarah Marchant, COO & Senior Vice President of ROC-NH; Cathy Furtek Conway, Vice President of Municipal Operations, Horizons Engineering; Alex Torpey, former Hanover town manager and founder of Rethink Local; and and representatives from the VT Department of Environmental Conservation and the NH Department of Environmental Services. All sessions are open to anyone who is interested. This session may be of particular interest to planners, representatives of municipalities, and home creators. Part of the three-session webinar series, “Water, Wastewater, and Housing.”

Water, Wastewater, and Housing: Session 2 – 4/30/25

April 30, 2025 | 4:30 pm - 6:00pm

Venue :Virtual

Water, Wastewater, and Housing: A Webinar Series Session 2: Upgrading or Expanding Municipal Water/Sewer Facilities Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 4:30-6 pm Zoom ~ Free

This session looks at communities with municipal water and wastewater and how they have expanded or upgraded their infrastructure to accommodate additional housing. It will address funding sources for these projects and will examine case histories. Speakers include Peterborough, NH, Assistant Town Administrator Seth MacLean; Woodstock, VT, Town Manager Eric Duffy; Ben Frost, President of Proactive Development, RI Housing; Jaffrey, NH, Town Manager Jon Frederick; and representatives from the VT Department of Environmental Conservation and the NH Department of Environmental Services. All sessions are open to anyone who is interested. This session may be of particular interest to planners and representatives of municipalities, as well as anyone interested in housing on municipal water and sewer. Part of the three-session webinar series, “Water, Wastewater, and Housing.”

Water, Wastewater, and Housing: Session 1 – 4/23/25

April 23, 2025 | 4:30 pm - 6:00pm

Venue :Virtual

Water, Wastewater, and Housing: A Webinar Series Session 1: An Overview Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 4:30-6 pm Zoom ~ Free

This session offers an overview of how water/wastewater infrastructure is a part of housing, focusing on examples of housing projects, big and small, with and without access to municipal water/sewer. Speakers include Andrew Winter, Executive Director, Twin Pines Housing; Jonah Richard, Owner, Village Ventures: Noah Hodgetts, Principal Planner at New Hampshire Office of Planning & Development, speaking on the NH Zoning Atlas water/sewer overlay; and representatives from the VT Department of Environmental Conservation and the NH Department of Environmental Services. All sessions are open to anyone interested. This session may be of particular interest to developers, home creators, and municipal representatives

Housing Advocacy 101 – 4/16/25

April 16, 2025 | 5:30 pm - 7:00pm

Venue : Portsmouth Public Library 175 Parrott Avenue Portsmouth, NH 03801

Join Home for All Coalition and the Workforce Housing Coalition of the Greater Seacoast for a hands-on workshop to strengthen local housing advocacy across the Seacoast and expand support for diverse, affordable and workforce housing in your community. Whether you're a seasoned local housing advocate or just starting out, this workshop will help you gain practical skills to navigate local decision-making, harness storytelling for impact, and mobilize others for meaningful change!

NeighborWorks Southern NH Annual Breakfast – 3/27/25

March 27, 2025 | 7:30 am - 9:00am

Venue : Manchester Country Club

We return to discuss timely housing issues in our state, including those pertaining to affordable rental housing and homeownership. 7:30 am - 8:00 am: Hot breakfast and Networking 8:00 am - 9:00 am: Presentations and Guest Speaker Homeward Bound: Housing-And Lots of It-Is Key to NH's Future Guest speaker Mike Cote, Editor, New Hampshire Group, Yankee Publishing, Inc., will offer his perspective on housing as a factor in the future for New Hampshire residents and businesses.

Life Science and Housing NH – 3/20/25

March 20, 2025 | 8:00 am - 11:30am

Venue : The Event Center Nashua, NH

Residential Real Estate Trends for 2025 – 3/20/25

March 20, 2025 | 11:00 am - 12:00pm

Venue :Virtual

Housing continues to be the hottest subject in the Granite State. Join us as industry leaders offer a snapshot of emerging trends. Experts from New Hampshire Housing, Kennebunk Savings Bank and the New Hampshire Association of Realtors will discuss creative ways financial institutions and housing agencies are finding success even at a time of record low inventories. Our panel of experts will discuss: – Housing reform bills pending before the Legislature and a newly formed business coalition advocating for them. – Successful pathways for first-time home buyers, how deals are being structured and the types of homes they are buying. – How banks are making it easier to finance accessory dwelling units, which home owners are using to create secondary housing on a single-family lot for extended family members or renters. Panelists: Julie Jussif, Chief Program Officer, New Hampshire Housing Matt Le, First Vice President, Retail Lending Director, Kennebunk Savings Robert Quinn, CEO, New Hampshire Association of REALTORS

2025 Homeownership Conference – 3/18/25

March 18, 2025 | 8:00 am - 12:30pm

Venue : Grappone Conference Center Concord, NH

Join us for our 2025 Homeownership Conference at the Grappone Center in Concord on March 18th from 8 AM - 12:30 PM! Explore the latest insights shaping New Hampshire’s housing landscape at our 2025 Homeownership Conference! Gain valuable updates from NH Housing, explore innovative local solutions to the housing crisis, and hear expert predictions from a top economist. Discover AI and digital strategies transforming the industry—don’t miss this must-attend event for housing professionals! 🔹 Opening Session: Housing Market & Policy Update

New Hampshire Housing presentation Rob Dapice, Executive Director/CEO, New Hampshire Housing

State and Federal Legislative Update Bob Quinn, CEO, New Hampshire Association of REALTORS

🔹 AI and Digital Innovation in Real Estate & Lending Brian Bouchard, Attorney, Sheehan Phinney 🔹 Economic Outlook: Market Trends & Interest Rates Joel Kan, Vice President and Deputy Chief Economist, Mortgage Bankers Association 🔹 Housing Solutions Panel: Innovation in Action Presentation by Eric Jackson, The Stabile Companies Presentation by Robert Baldwin, Project Manager, Leasing and New Construction, Central Falls Realty Presentation by Eric Laplante, Lakes Region Builders and Remodelers Association, Summit 48 Construction THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

The State of Housing in New Hampshire: What the Latest Data Tells Us – 3/13/25

March 13, 2025 | 2:00 pm - 3:00pm

Venue :Virtual

The State of Housing in New Hampshire: What the Latest Data Tells Us Join the New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute for an in-depth discussion on New Hampshire’s housing crisis and how the latest data can inform policy solutions. NHFPI will present recent research on the barriers to affordable housing and how increasing supply can strengthen local economies. Experts from New Hampshire Housing and the NH Coalition to End Homelessness will share important findings from their latest reports, providing a comprehensive snapshot of the latest research concerning New Hampshire’s housing constraints and unhoused Granite Staters. Who: Jessica Williams, Policy Analyst at the New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute Jennifer Chisholm, Executive Director of the NEW HAMPSHIRE COALITION TO END HOMELESSNESS Sarah Wrightsman, Community Engagement and Education Manager at New Hampshire Housing Moderated by: Nicole Heller, New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute You can watch the event live on LinkedIn or register to join the Zoom webinar by clicking here: https://lnkd.in/e4hskGzm

Home Sweet ADU: How to Craft a 2nd Housing Unit on Your Property – 1/22/25

January 22, 2025 | 3:00 pm - 4:30pm

Venue :Virtual

Home Sweet ADU: How to Craft a 2nd Housing Unit on Your Property Join the North Country Council for an engaging webinar about how to plan for, design, finance and build an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) on your property. This webinar is perfect for anyone looking to create a welcoming space for family members or generate rental income while contributing to the solution of the housing crisis. Whether you're just starting to consider an ADU or are ready to dive into the details, this session will equip you with essential knowledge and practical steps to bring your vision to life. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your property into a multi-functional space!