Hudson, NH Property Maintenance: Property Blight (2026)

Hudson's Hazardous Condition Measures ordinance, Chapter 210, Article IX, adopted in 2007 by Ord. No. 06-03, gives the Fire Chief broad authority to abate dangerous buildings and premises. Section 210-22 defines a HAZARDOUS CONDITION as any building, premises, combustible, flammable or chemical liquid or material, electrical wiring and equipment, place or thing which, because of its nature, location, occupancy, condition or use, constitutes an unreasonable danger of loss, damage or injury to persons or property by fire or explosion. BUILDING is defined broadly to include any structure, framework or housing, public or private, including single-family and multiunit dwellings and tanks or receptacles used for storage.

Under § 210-23, the Fire Chief or an authorized officer may inspect any building or premises within their jurisdiction on complaint or whenever deemed necessary, obtaining an administrative inspection warrant under RSA 595-B if consent is denied. When a hazardous condition is found, the officer issues a written order to remove or remedy it, with structural changes requiring the Fire Chief's approval; an aggrieved owner may petition the Board of Selectmen for review within seven days of service. Orders are served by local law enforcement if the owner resides in Town, or by a process server otherwise, with a copy also served on any tenant or occupant.