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N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A: § 205-A:16

Hearing.

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Verified 10/20/2026 · Next check 10/27/2026
effective 10/20/2026New HampshireEviction & Just Cause

Operative Text

N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A: § 205-A:16
A temporary hearing on said petition shall be held no more than 30 days from the filing of the petition, unless such a temporary hearing is waived by the parties.
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Plain English

Under N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:16, when a petition is filed, a temporary hearing on that petition must be scheduled and held within 30 days of the filing date. The only exception to this timeline is if all parties involved agree to waive the temporary hearing. This rule establishes a procedural deadline designed to ensure timely judicial or administrative attention to the matter raised in the petition.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:16 sets a firm 30-day window for a temporary hearing once a petition is filed, which affects how quickly proceedings can move forward. Operators involved in such a petition should be aware that the process is designed to move on a relatively short timeline. Staying organized and responsive to any notices or filings within that window is consistent with how compliant parties generally handle proceedings under this section.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:16 provides that a temporary hearing must occur within 30 days of a petition being filed, giving tenants a relatively prompt opportunity to have their matter heard. This timeline can only be extended if all parties, including the tenant, agree to waive the temporary hearing. Tenants who have filed or are responding to a petition may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid resource to understand what to expect during this hearing process.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:21
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:21
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:21
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:23
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:4
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:4-a
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:4
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:2
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:2
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:12-a
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:13-a
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:17
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A:1
N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 205-A

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TEMPORARY EVICTION CONTROLS AND RENT REDUCTIONS FOR MOBILE HOMES DAMAGED IN THE JANUARY, 1994 EARTHQUAKE
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