Bedford Residents Association

Amherst, Barrington, Bedford, Bristol, Candia, Francestown, Hampton, Hollis, Jefferson, Londonderry, Manchester, Merrimack, North Hampton, North Swanzey, Peterborough, Rindge, Rochester, Sugar Hill, and Windham…

“The idea that the HAB will correct interpretations of local zoning ordinances is ridiculous. Who could know how to interpret a town’s ordinances better than the residents of the town? A more accurate assumption is that the HAB is there to interpret a town’s zoning ordinance in a way that is favorable to developers regardless of the desires of the local residents.”

Bedford Residents Association

Over *1,290* Signatures to Date on the High Density Petition! Keep It Going!

Send a strong message to the Bedford Planning Board that they must abide by the current zoning laws as passed by the residents in March of 2019! This stands for any variances that do not comply with current zoning.

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Bedford Residents Association

“New Urbanism” proponents want Bedford to become part of a global network of mega-cities, which would change the demographics and hence, the normal political subdivisions under our Constitutions.
Single-family neighborhoods would be outlawed.

Bedford Residents Association

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State of NH Legislation

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Say NO to HB 1291, HB 1399 and SB 538

Tell Your Reps and Senators NO! Bills pertaining to housing would normally get vetted by the House Municipal and County Government Committee. But a recently created “stacked” committee is vetting housing bills and sure to give them a good recommendation, whether they...

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Housing Forum March 20, 2024

This (or similar) was sent to our planning board in the hopes that we will get answers to these questions. Below are comments regarding the last housing forum and the documentation that resulted from it. Perhaps the planning board can address some of these questions....

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CACR 16 Local Control Bill

CACR 16 was recently deemed ITL by the House Municipal and County Government Committee. They had questions about how it would affect the Dillon Rule, which means the towns are authorized in what they do from the state. There is still a chance that the full House can...

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What They’re Saying About BRA…

“Prior to subscribing to the BRA newsletters I don’t mind telling you I was oblivious to what plans were in the offing for Bedford mostly behind the scenes. Thank you for conscientious work which I hope does not go unnoticed.”

“Thank you to all of you who do the legwork for those of us whose schedules prevent time for research, etc. I am so very grateful.”

“I seriously LOVE you! I cannot thank you enough. I so appreciate your Herculean efforts to keep us informed. Many blessings to you.”

“Thank you for the effort and success you have had. I believe Bedford has an attractive and historic character that should be preserved from the group that would destroy it for personal gain.”

“Just wanted to give a huge THANK YOU to you for knowing what to do to protect our town, and how to accomplish it! Thank you for your guidance!”

“Thanks for all you’re doing with BRA. It’s making a difference taking back our town.”

“…that is awesome news… thanks for the updates and all you do!!!”

“Thank you for your hard work.”

“You are a treasure! Every Bedford taxpayer owes you a debt of gratitude for your diligence.”

“You’re a rock star!!! Please keep up the good work.”

“I would like to say a big Thank You for all that you are doing for our Community!”

“…really enjoy the reporting.Great Work!”