Concord, NH Local Law
Your complete guide to renter protections in Concord, NH. Learn about local ordinances, rent control status, security deposit rules, and how city law works alongside New Hampshire state protections.
No
Rent Control
30
Days to Return Deposit
1 month's rent or $100
Max Deposit
3
Local Protections
Max Deposit shows the short version — read the full rule below.
Current rent regulation status
No Local Rent Control
Concord does not have local rent control. New Hampshire state law governs rent increase practices.
Without local rent control, landlords in Concord may raise rent with proper written notice as required by New Hampshire law. There is no cap on the amount of increase, but it must not be retaliatory or discriminatory.
Concord-specific laws and ordinances
New Hampshire landlord-tenant law governs protections
15-day grace period before late fees under state law
State caps security deposits at 1 month's rent
Local ordinances work alongside New Hampshire state law. Where local protections are stronger, the local rule typically applies. View full New Hampshire state protections.
Laws that apply to all New Hampshire renters
Max Security Deposit
1 month's rent or $100 (whichever is greater)
Deposit Return Deadline
30 daysthese deposit rules do not reach an owner of a single-family home with no other rental property, or of an owner-occupied building of 5 units or less (a unit in it occupied by someone 60 or older is covered)
Entry Notice Required
Tenant's consent
Governing Statute
New Hampshire Revised Statutes
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No, Concord does not currently have local rent control. New Hampshire state law governs rent increase rules. Landlords must typically provide proper written notice before raising rent.
In Concord, the New Hampshire state limit of 1 month's rent or $100 (whichever is greater) applies. Landlords must return deposits within 30 days after you move out.
Concord tenants benefit from several protections: New Hampshire landlord-tenant law governs protections; 15-day grace period before late fees under state law; State caps security deposits at 1 month's rent. These are in addition to New Hampshire state law.
You can contact the Concord local housing authority or code enforcement department to file complaints about habitability issues, discrimination, or landlord violations. Visit your local housing authority's website for details. You can also file with the New Hampshire attorney general's office for state-level violations.
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