Kristine Juckett

Subject: Oppose HB1012 Dear Members of the House Housing Committee, I am writing to express my strong opposition to House Bill 1012. This legislation would roll back the progress we made with House Bill 577—a critical step toward creating affordable housing options, enabling older adults to age in place, and supporting families in our community. HB1012 threatens to undermine the benefits that HB577 brought to our state, including: • Helping older adults age in place by providing affordable, accessible, and independent housing options. Reversing these provisions would make it harder for older residents to remain in their communities. • Offering an opportunity for caregivers to live with their loved ones while maintaining their own independence. HB1012 would take away this flexibility that so many families rely on. • Creating an additional stream of income for homeowners, which helps alleviate financial burdens such as mortgage or property tax costs. Rolling back these options would hurt homeowners who depend on this support. By restricting the expansion of ADUs, HB1012 would worsen the growing demand for affordable housing and limit families’ choices for sustainable living. Older adults deserve the ability to age in place with dignity, and HB577 gave them that opportunity. HB1012 would take us backward. I urge you to reject HB1012 and instead continue prioritizing policies that promote affordable housing and aging in place. Together, we can maintain a vibrant, equitable, and resilient community for all residents. Thank you for your attention to this important issue. Sincerely, Kristine Juckett Concord NH