This bill introduces mold infestation as a new minimum standard violation for rental housing, amending RSA 48-A:14 to include a provision that defines significant mold infestation as visible mold or mold detectable with professional instruments in hidden areas. The bill aims to enhance the health and safety standards in rental properties by ensuring that landlords address mold issues that could affect tenants' well-being.

Additionally, the bill amends RSA 48-A:15 to empower municipal officers to inspect and enforce compliance with the new mold standards. It establishes that violations of these standards will be treated as offenses, with each day of continued violation after notice constituting a separate offense. Municipal officers will have the authority to issue notices of violation, orders for remediation, and pursue appropriate remedies. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 48-A:14, 48-A:15
HB1143 text: 48-A:14, 48-A:15