N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 356-C: § 356-C:1
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As used in this chapter: I. [Repealed.] II. "Conversion" means a change in the character of residential real property from a rental to an ownership basis. A condominium, stock cooperative or other similar arrangement shall be deemed ownership in character. III. "Disabled tenant" means a tenant who is receiving aid to the totally and permanently disabled from the New Hampshire division of human services, disability benefits from the social security administration or benefits for total disability from the department of veterans affairs. IV. "Elderly tenant" means a tenant who is 65 years of age or older. V. "Tenant" means a person who has entered into a lease or other contractual arrangement with the owner. VI. "Tenant household" means one or more persons, whether related or not, who occupy a dwelling unit in residential real property on a rental basis pursuant to a valid lease or oral or written rental agreement.
New Hampshire Revised Statutes § 356-C:1 establishes the foundational definitions that govern the entire chapter on residential condominium conversions. Key terms include 'conversion' (a shift from rental to ownership, such as a condominium or stock cooperative arrangement), 'disabled tenant' (someone receiving qualifying government disability benefits), 'elderly tenant' (a tenant aged 65 or older), 'tenant' (a person with a lease or contractual arrangement with an owner), and 'tenant household' (one or more occupants of a rental unit under a valid lease or rental agreement). These definitions set the scope of who and what is covered by the chapter's protections and requirements.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 356-C should be familiar with these definitions because they determine which residents qualify for special protections during a conversion process. For example, correctly identifying whether a resident qualifies as a 'disabled tenant' or 'elderly tenant' under § 356-C:1 is a foundational step in compliant conversion planning. Operators generally maintain accurate records of tenant ages and any known government benefit statuses to ensure they can apply the chapter's rules correctly.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 356-C:1, tenants should be aware of how the law defines their status, particularly whether they qualify as an 'elderly tenant' (age 65 or older) or a 'disabled tenant' receiving certain government disability benefits, as these classifications can affect the protections available to them during a residential conversion. A 'tenant household' is broadly defined to include any occupants—related or not—living under a valid lease or rental agreement, which may be relevant when asserting rights under the chapter. Tenants who believe their status has been misclassified or that their household's rights under this chapter have not been respected may consider contacting a local tenant-rights organization or consulting with a housing attorney for general information about available options.
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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