Report: Managing Growth in New Hampshire

New Hampshire is experiencing rapid population growth and changes in land use. This trend is acute in the four southern-most counties of Rockingham, Hillsborough, Cheshire and Strafford, but has been expanding North and West along major travel and tourism corridors. As a result, municipalities are faced with difficult decisions today that will affect the character of communities for decades to come. Local priorities will vary according to the goals and circumstances of each community.

The purpose of this report, "Managing Growth: The Impact of Conservation and Development on Property Taxes in New Hampshire," is to give New Hampshire citizens information to help them evaluate land conservation proposals in their town. This study investigates the relationship between property taxes and permanent land conservation, using four scenarios representing commonly used municipal funding and ownership structures. This research is designed to provide voters, planners and decision-makers with a methodology and framework that will allow each community to make informed choices about allocating municipal resources.

Download the report from the link below (1M PDF).

Download the report (1M PDF)

Posted 5/2005


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Executive Summary for "Managing Growth" Report


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