THNH

New Hampshire

Transitional Home Requirements

Official State Website

Licensing Agency

New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Services (for registration); NH Partnership for Recovery Residences (NHPRR) (for certification)

License: Voluntary Registry for Recovery Houses (Registration), NHPRR Certification (Certification)

Key Requirements & Qualifications

5 items
  • 1

    Submission of "New Hampshire Recovery Housing Registration Form"

  • 2

    Current NARR certification document issued by the certifying body (NHPRR)

  • 3

    Compliance with NARR standards and Code of Ethics

  • 4

    Alcohol and drug-free environment

  • 5

    Operator responsibility for daily operation and maintaining standards

Governing Law & Regulatory Code

N.H. Admin. Code He, He-A, ch. He-A 300, pt. He-A 305; RSA 172-B:2View Official Text

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Official State Resource

Visit the official state government website to access current application forms, full regulatory text, and contact information for the licensing agency.

Open Official Website

https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/programs-services/health-care/recovery-housing

Fees & Costs

$275 certification fee for the first/primary recovery home, $100 for each additional home (NHPRR certification fees)

Getting Started Checklist

Research state-specific requirements
Contact the licensing agency
Complete required training/education
Pass background checks
Secure appropriate facility/location
Obtain liability insurance
Submit license application
Pass facility inspection

Important Notice

Regulations change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the state licensing agency before submitting applications. This information is for educational purposes only.