Wu Names Tech Exec as New Economic Chief
The head of an Cambridge “tough tech” incubator is headed to Boston City Hall to lead the Wu administration’s economic development strategy.
Report Magnifies Time Lost Aboard Slowest MBTA Buses
The MBTA’s slowest bus routes are getting slower on average, but the transit agency is doing a better job of not leaving long gaps between buses, according to a new report.
New Data Shows Gen Z and Millennials Still Leaving Boston
Gen Z and Millennial residents are leaving Greater Boston, according to a new report from Redfin, although data says the generations are moving for different reasons.
Zoning Reform Not Enough to Allow Small Multifamily, Report Argues
Advocates and elected officials should look beyond zoning reform as they try to get more “missing middle” housing built, a new report argues.
Tax Breaks Could Jump-Start 1.4K Units in Stalled Developments
Four stalled developments could receive tax abatements to help complete financing and break ground on a combined 1,400 housing units in Boston next year.
Will Mass. Take a Pass on Data Centers?
Gov. Maura Healey’s decision to give Massachusetts communities veto power over data center development could ring the death knell for a construction boom before it starts.
Proposed Federal CRA Changes Would Harm Affordable Housing Production
A new proposal from federal bank regulators would undermine Congress’ big expansion of low-income housing tax credits. This shouldn’t stand.
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