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The Town of Hanover permits short-term rentals (STRs) as an accessory use to owner-occupied residential properties, requiring a special exception and biennial registration.
To host an STR in Hanover, the property must be your primary residence and you must obtain a Special Exception from the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Once approved, you must register the rental every two years with the town and adhere to occupancy and safety standards.
Step-by-step guide for Hanover
Register with the NH Department of Revenue Administration to collect and remit the state tax.
Submit a Special Exception application to the Zoning Board of Adjustment. This involves a public hearing and notification of abutters.
Contact the Hanover Fire Department to schedule a mandatory safety inspection of the dwelling unit.
Once the Special Exception is granted and inspection passed, submit the final registration form to the Town Manager’s office.
Regulatory information is AI-researched from public city/county codes for educational purposes. Details may be outdated or incomplete. Always verify requirements directly with your city/county planning department before operating a short-term rental.
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