New Hampshire Repairs and habitability remedies

What can a tenant do if the landlord won't make repairs in New Hampshire?

It is a defense to an eviction for nonpayment if the unit substantially violates health and safety fitness standards that materially affect habitability, the tenant was current on rent when giving notice, and the landlord failed to fix the violation within 14 days (or promptly in an emergency). The court may continue the case for up to a month and require withheld rent to be paid into court.

Verified Source: RSA 540:13-d · last checked 2026-10-23