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Maximizing Affordability Without Minimizing the Effectiveness of Section 3A

Maximizing Affordability Without Minimizing the Effectiveness of Section 3A By Alexis Smith, RA, Principal Housing Planner An earlier version of this post was authored in partnership with Upzone Update and […]

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Affordable Homes Act Policy Spotlight: Accessory Dwelling Units

Affordable Homes Act Policy Spotlight: Accessory Dwelling Units Written by Matt Walsh, Policy Analyst *Update* – ADUs legalized statewide!On August 6, 2024, Governor Maura Healey signed the Affordable Homes Act […]

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Comment Period on MAPC Application to HUD PRO Housing Grant Program

Comment Period on MAPC Application to HUD PRO Housing Grant Program MAPC seeks public input on PRO Housing application October 11, 2023 – The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) seeks […]

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New Subsidized Housing Inventory Figures Provide an Estimate of Affordable Housing Available in each Massachusetts Community

New Subsidized Housing Inventory Figures Provide an Estimate of Affordable Housing Available in each Massachusetts Community While the new SHI provides important information about the state’s progress toward greater housing […]

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Burgeoning Support for Local Option Transfer Fees

Burgeoning Support for Local Option Transfer Fees Legislation would grant cities and towns the ability to establish real estate transfer fees to fund affordable housing. Pictured, MAPC Policy Analyst Matt […]

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MAPC Statement on new Climate Bank

MAPC Statement on new Climate Bank June 13, 2023 – The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) in Boston released a statement in support of the state’s new Climate Bank, established […]

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MAPC and City of Salem Launch “Homes for Salem” Video Series

This week, MAPC and the City of Salem launched “Homes for Salem,” a video series on housing in Salem. We talked to Salem residents and workers about the rising costs […]

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