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Planning101: Planning

Planning

Planning101 is a space for MAPC staff to share their wealth of knowledge on topics related to smart growth and regional collaboration. This blog covers a diverse range of issues that include transportation, clean energy, land use, environment, public health, local government, equity, the innovative usage of public data, and the process of creating digital tools.

Two triple decker condo units in South Boston.

Maximizing Affordability Without Minimizing the Effectiveness of Section 3A

August 12, 2024

Maximizing Affordability Without Minimizing the Effectiveness of Section 3A By Alexis Smith, RA, Principal Housing Planner An earlier version of […]

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Photo is of the Massachusetts Old State House in Boston historic city center, located close to landmark Beacon Hill and Freedom Trail.

2024 End of Formal Session Legislative Outcomes: MAPC Priorities and Interest Areas

August 6, 2024

2024 End of Formal Session Legislative Outcomes: MAPC Priorities and Interest Areas For questions, please contact Leah Robins, Norman Abbott, […]

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Photo is of the Massachusetts Old State House in Boston historic city center, located close to landmark Beacon Hill and Freedom Trail.

FY25 Enacted Budget Summary

July 30, 2024

FY25 Enacted Budget Summary For questions, please contact Leah Robins, Norman Abbott, Georgia Barlow, or Matt Walsh On July 29, […]

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How the Towns of Acton and Maynard Successfully Adopted MBTA Communities Act Zoning

July 12, 2024

How the Towns of Acton and Maynard Successfully Adopted MBTA Communities Act Zoning MAPC’s technical assistance efforts support successful implementation […]

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Photo is of the Massachusetts Old State House in Boston historic city center, located close to landmark Beacon Hill and Freedom Trail.

Priority Bills as the End of the 2023-2024 Massachusetts Legislative Session Approaches

July 9, 2024

Priority Bills as the End of the 2023-2024 Massachusetts Legislative Session Approaches July 9, 2024 – We are officially less […]

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A screenshot of MAPC's Cool Roof Site Suitability Tool. The map shows part of Arlington with various shades of red, yellow, and orange, and a side bar of option to filter the view.

Is a Cool Roof Right for You?

June 25, 2024

Is a Cool Roof Right for You? Find Out with MAPC’s New Tool and Assessment Written by Colleen Shortell, Clean […]

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