Wu Wins, Everett’s Mayor Out: What Boston-Area Elections Mean for Housing
Housing and development were on the ballot in many Greater Boston cities and towns last night, and they seem to have come out on top in many communities.
‘Third Rail’ of Local Politics Is on the Ballot
Politics and real estate have long been intertwined, but seldom as directly as in the choices that voters face in the ballot box next month. And housing advocates are hoping to score some wins.
Poll Finds Strong Support for More Housing Development
Voters strongly support land use policy changes that would make multifamily development easier in Massachusetts, according to a statewide survey commissioned by Abundant Housing Massachusetts (AHMA).
Lobbying Intensifies as Housing Bill Deadline Looms
Housing advocates and elected officials rallied Wednesday in support of a statewide policy to allow accessory dwelling units by right, and the state’s top housing official offered his “word on the street” about the timing of a major housing bill’s arrival in the House.
The Shape of Things to Come?
Perched at a gateway intersection to the Newtonville neighborhood, Mark Development’s Trio apartment block is a Rorschach test for competing visions of Newton’s future.
Interest Groups, Advocates React to Healey Housing Bill
For some of the key players in the debate over how to fix the state’s soaring housing costs, Gov. Maura Healey’s $4.1 billion package of policies and spending, unveiled Wednesday, comes down to whether or not it’s a good compromise.
The One YIMBY Running in Boston
One is better than none, but when only one out of 34 people running for seats on the Boston City Council appears to truly get what needs to be done to fix the housing crisis, we’ve got a problem.
With Questionnaire, Housing Advocates Jump into Boston Politics
The solution to our housing woes? Elect more local officials who truly get that a shortage is what’s driving up those crazy prices and rents. Enter Abundant Housing Massachusetts.
