This bill mandates that municipalities must allow a minimum of two unrelated individuals to occupy each bedroom in single-family homes situated in multi-family zones. The existing legal language in RSA 674:16, VIII is repealed and replaced with new provisions that specify this requirement. The definition of "bedroom" is clarified to mean a room primarily intended for sleeping, regardless of its use for other purposes, unless local regulations state otherwise. Additionally, the bill emphasizes that this new occupancy rule does not interfere with the enforcement of state building or fire codes.

The effective date for this legislation is set for 60 days following its passage. This change aims to address housing availability and occupancy standards in municipalities, particularly in areas designated for multi-family residential use, thereby potentially increasing the number of individuals who can reside in single-family homes within these zones.