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MAPC: Region Needs 435,000 New Housing Units by 2040

Posted on January 16, 2014 by

The greater Boston area – including MetroWest – will need to add 435,000 new housing units by 2040 in order to sustain economic growth, according to a new report issued by the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC). Without additional housing, … Continue reading →

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MWDN Reports Towns Struggling to Meet 40B Targets

Posted on June 27, 2012 by

G.L. c. 40B, §§20-23 was intended to increase the supply affordable housing in Massachusetts, one of the most expensive housing markets in the country.  To encourage the development of affordable housing, the statute exempts qualified projects from certain municipal zoning … Continue reading →

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