This bill amends existing laws to grant chartered public schools the status of governmental use for land-use purposes, aligning them with other public entities. Specifically, it modifies RSA 194-B:3, I(a) to include chartered public schools as having the same rights and privileges as other public schools, including the designation of governmental use under RSA 674:54. Additionally, the bill amends RSA 674:54 to explicitly include chartered public schools in the definition of "governmental use," which encompasses land owned or occupied by various governmental entities for public purposes.

Furthermore, the bill establishes municipal notification requirements for chartered public schools similar to those for other governmental entities. It mandates that these schools provide written notification to the relevant municipal governing body and planning board regarding any substantial changes or new uses of property, at least 60 days prior to construction. This notification must include detailed plans and a proposed construction schedule, and it allows for public hearings to be conducted by the municipality to discuss the proposed governmental use. The bill aims to ensure transparency and community involvement in the land-use decisions of chartered public schools.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 155-A:2, 155-A:13
As Amended by the House: 155-A:2
As Amended by the House (2nd): 194-B:3, 674:54
Version adopted by both bodies: 194-B:3, 674:54
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 194-B:3, 674:54
HB1093 text: 155-A:2, 155-A:13