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Barnstable's zoning panel advances a home occupation ordinance overhaul and weighs how to handle commercial vehicles at residential businesses.
Barnstable's zoning panel advances a home occupation ordinance overhaul and weighs how to handle commercial vehicles at residential businesses.
Cambridge's zoning board approved a curb-cut permit for the Cambridge Housing Authority's Corcoran Park redevelopment and a residential variance on Otis Street, both 5-0, at its July 30 meeting. Chair Stephen Ng led both unanimous voice votes.
Cambridge's zoning board approved a curb-cut permit for the Cambridge Housing Authority's Corcoran Park redevelopment and a residential variance on Otis Street, both 5-0, at its July 30 meeting. Chair Stephen Ng led both unanimous voice votes.
Gloucester Zoning Board approves eight applications and defers a 62-unit affordable housing case over procedural uncertainty.
Gloucester Zoning Board approves eight applications and defers a 62-unit affordable housing case over procedural uncertainty.
A sweeping Massachusetts Senate economic development bill touching Melrose small businesses and housing rules headlined local coverage Wednesday. State Senator Jason Lewis joined colleagues in passing legislation that, per "Senator Lewis and Mass. Senate Pass Major Economic Development …
A sweeping Massachusetts Senate economic development bill touching Melrose small businesses and housing rules headlined local coverage Wednesday. State Senator Jason Lewis joined colleagues in passing legislation that, per "Senator Lewis and Mass. Senate Pass Major Economic Development …
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · 2:00 PM · https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83772952012
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · 2:00 PM · https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83772952012
Falmouth Planning Board continued three public hearings, rescinded a 1998 subdivision, and opened public hearings on four proposed zoning amendments heading to the October 26 Annual Town Meeting.
Falmouth Planning Board continued three public hearings, rescinded a 1998 subdivision, and opened public hearings on four proposed zoning amendments heading to the October 26 Annual Town Meeting.
Southborough's Zoning Board of Appeals has scheduled a new public hearing on the property at 40-42 Central Street, per a town civic alert posted July 27. The move comes as multiple town boards, including the Board of Commissioners of Trust Funds, Conservation Commission, and Advisory Co…
Southborough's Zoning Board of Appeals has scheduled a new public hearing on the property at 40-42 Central Street, per a town civic alert posted July 27. The move comes as multiple town boards, including the Board of Commissioners of Trust Funds, Conservation Commission, and Advisory Co…
Dartmouth Planning Board gets sewer warning and mobilizes against November zoning ballot question.
Dartmouth Planning Board gets sewer warning and mobilizes against November zoning ballot question.
Falmouth Select Board votes 3-2 to commit $2.6 million from its affordable housing fund to a 50-unit senior rental project at 545 Main Street. Chair Heather M.
Falmouth Select Board votes 3-2 to commit $2.6 million from its affordable housing fund to a 50-unit senior rental project at 545 Main Street. Chair Heather M.
Amherst launched a zoning study for the Hampshire College campus after the college announced plans to cease academic operations after December 2026. The Town of Amherst said the study will develop zoning options to prepare for future uses of the shuttered campus property. Separately, th…
Lynn Housing Authority & Neighborhood Development is stepping up efforts to fix conditions at Curwin Circle, according to a report from Itemlive. The move comes as Mayor Jared C. Nicholson's administration keeps up a full slate of summer programming, with the Lynn Public Library's Teen …
Amherst launched a zoning study for the Hampshire College campus after the college announced plans to cease academic operations after December 2026. The Town of Amherst said the study will develop zoning options to prepare for future uses of the shuttered campus property. Separately, th…
Lynn Housing Authority & Neighborhood Development is stepping up efforts to fix conditions at Curwin Circle, according to a report from Itemlive. The move comes as Mayor Jared C. Nicholson's administration keeps up a full slate of summer programming, with the Lynn Public Library's Teen …
Saturday, July 25, 2026 · 10:00 AM · Virtual/Zoom
A developer has appealed a delayed Allerton condo zoning ruling, alleging opponents are waging a "witch hunt," Hull Times reports. The 20-page appeal, posted this week to the town's Zoning Board of Appeals page, argues that neighbors opposed to the project have deliberately worked to bl…
A developer has appealed a delayed Allerton condo zoning ruling, alleging opponents are waging a "witch hunt," Hull Times reports. The 20-page appeal, posted this week to the town's Zoning Board of Appeals page, argues that neighbors opposed to the project have deliberately worked to bl…
Dover's Housing Task Force and public library provided the freshest local threads as the town's drought and Aquarion water storylines continued without major new developments. The town's website continues to spotlight the task force's work mapping Dover's long-term housing future, while…
Deerfield recorded 12 property transfers between June 26 and July 25, but only two deeds disclosed a sale price: $123,812 and $141,000, producing a median of $132,406. The period's top disclosed sale was 340 Greenfield Road at $141,000, sold by Joseph E. and Kristin M. Carey to Holyoke …
Dover's Housing Task Force and public library provided the freshest local threads as the town's drought and Aquarion water storylines continued without major new developments. The town's website continues to spotlight the task force's work mapping Dover's long-term housing future, while…
Deerfield recorded 12 property transfers between June 26 and July 25, but only two deeds disclosed a sale price: $123,812 and $141,000, producing a median of $132,406. The period's top disclosed sale was 340 Greenfield Road at $141,000, sold by Joseph E. and Kristin M. Carey to Holyoke …
A North Andover board is reviewing how new housing developments could shift the town's next census count. The Eagle-Tribune reported Friday, July 24, that local officials are weighing the effect of ongoing residential construction on population figures used for state and federal plannin…
A North Andover board is reviewing how new housing developments could shift the town's next census count. The Eagle-Tribune reported Friday, July 24, that local officials are weighing the effect of ongoing residential construction on population figures used for state and federal plannin…
Concord's MCI Master Plan Committee moves toward a standalone zoning district for the former prison site.
Concord's MCI Master Plan Committee moves toward a standalone zoning district for the former prison site.
Boston's Board of Appeal acted on more than two dozen development cases during a marathon December 3, 2019 session, approving a cannabis dispensary in Roslindale, expanding a Cambridge Street parking lot, and moving forward on multiple East Boston residential projects.
Boston Public Facilities Commission extends developer designation for Dorchester affordable housing project.
Boston Home Center director details housing programs and previews new low-rate mortgage product for city residents.
Boston Public Facilities Commission approves five DND land transfers adding 56 housing units and two permanent community gardens.
Liberty Mutual pledges $5 million for Boston youth homelessness as Mayor Walsh awards $4.7 million in city grants.
Mayor Walsh makes the case for density at Plan Mattapan's 11th community workshop.
Boston's Public Facilities Committee unanimously approved two affordable housing conveyances at its July 22 meeting.
Baker-Polito administration announces $60 million for 587 homes across Massachusetts, renewing pressure on zoning reform.
Boston Mayor Walsh freezes property taxes and launches 1,000 rental vouchers as COVID-19 cases reach 825.
Boston cuts ribbon on Hearth at Four Corners, a 54-unit affordable senior housing building in Dorchester.
Boston Public Facilities Commission clears five DND votes, unlocking 114 housing units and new green space in Mattapan and Roxbury. Chair Catherine Craven and Commissioner Larry Momoli, the only two members present, voted unanimously on all items at the July 22 meeting.
Alston-Brighton CDC acquires 6 Quint Avenue in Allston for a 14-unit affordable recovery housing project.
YW Boston sells 140 Clarendon Street to Beacon Communities for a 210-unit supportive housing project serving formerly homeless residents.
Ayer Select Board unanimously authorizes $15,000 in UDAG funds for emergency housing and fuel assistance.
Boston's Public Facilities Commission unanimously approved all seven Department of Neighborhood Development votes on its July 22 agenda, advancing affordable housing, a community garden, and a pre-apprentice training center across Roxbury and Dorchester.
Boston Mayor Kim Janey joined JPNDC and MassHousing officials July 22 to mark the completion of a 201-unit affordable housing rehabilitation in the Roxbury, Mission Hill, and Fort Hill neighborhoods.
Boston's Public Facilities Commission unanimously approved all seven Department of Neighborhood Development votes on its July 22 agenda, advancing affordable housing, a community garden, and a pre-apprentice training center across Roxbury and Dorchester.
Boston commits $40 million to create and preserve 718 affordable housing units across 14 projects citywide.
Boston clears Mass Ave encampments, moves 154 people into low-threshold housing without a single arrest.
Boston Housing Authority breaks ground on the third and final phase of the Orient Heights redevelopment in East Boston, adding 123 apartments.
Boston clears Mass Ave encampments, moves 154 people into low-threshold housing without a single arrest.
Boston Public Facilities Commission approves five DND land transfers adding 56 housing units and two permanent community gardens.
Mayor Walsh makes the case for density at Plan Mattapan's 11th community workshop.
Boston Public Facilities Commission unanimously approves six DND housing and land votes. The commission, chaired by Catherine Craven and joined by Commissioner Larry Mavoli, cleared its full agenda in a single morning session July 22, advancing projects across Mattapan, Roxbury, and Dorchester.
Boston Mayor Walsh freezes property taxes and launches 1,000 rental vouchers as COVID-19 cases reach 825.
Hull Zoning Board approves N Street home expansion and punts Nantasket Avenue appeal after counsel fails to appear.
Boston Housing Authority breaks ground on the third and final phase of the Orient Heights redevelopment in East Boston, adding 123 apartments.
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