This bill introduces a new legal framework that prohibits planning boards from considering the number of bedrooms in residential developments during the hearing and approval process. Specifically, it amends RSA 674 by adding a new subdivision that defines key terms such as "planning board," "residential development," and "bedroom." The bill explicitly states that planning boards cannot differentiate based on the number of bedrooms when reviewing site plans or building permits, and it establishes that the number of bedrooms shall not influence the approval or rejection of a development proposal.

The legislation aims to ensure uniform treatment of all residential developments, regardless of the number of bedrooms, to prevent any bias or preference towards specific types of units. The bill emphasizes that planning boards must treat all residential projects equally and prohibits the use of bedroom count as a criterion for decision-making. This act will take effect 60 days after its passage, reinforcing the commitment to equitable treatment in residential development approvals.