This bill amends existing law regarding snow and ice removal responsibilities in lease agreements by introducing a new section, RSA 540:28-a. The new section allows landlords and tenants to agree on who will be responsible for snow and ice removal from specific areas of the rental property. In the absence of such an agreement, the landlord is responsible for clearing common areas used by multiple tenants, while tenants are responsible for private areas intended for their exclusive use. The bill clarifies that these provisions do not affect responsibilities for areas governed by condominium associations or similar entities.

Additionally, the bill specifies that it will apply to all tenancies entered into or renewed on or after its effective date of July 1, 2027. The language inserted into the law outlines the responsibilities for snow and ice removal, while no specific deletions from current law are noted in the text provided.