Applying for variance in New Hampshire

[Brandon Coutts]

Hey guys,

    I'm currently working on a variance in Manchester, NH to turn a commercial property into mixed use to add to apartment units. I'm curious if anyone on here has any experience doing this? Just need some guidance to give myself the best shot of getting it approved. Thanks in advance!

[Greg Powers]

If you don’t have an attorney involved, I recommend it.  The five or six conditions you have to meet are kind of vague, but an experienced attorney will know how to craft an answer to them that will a) answer them the way the Zoning Board wants, and b) make you look professional and credible.  You can view minutes from previous meetings online and see which attorneys show up before the Board frequently.