Much ADU about housing: Newton’s accessory unit zoning changes take shape
A new state housing law has a section requiring communities to allow accessory dwelling units, and now Newton has to…
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What does SJC ruling on MBTA Communities Act mean for Newton?
It looks like a recent court ruling about regulation filings related to the MBTA Communities Act will not jeopardize the…
Committee approves fix for hole in retaining wall zoning ordinance
A zoning amendment passed by the City Council last winter relating to special permits and retaining walls was an obstacle…
Controversial tobacco sales ordinance change advances out of committee
The City Council’s Programs and Services has approved an ordinance amendment that—if it passes a vote by the whole City…
2025 looks to be a transformative year for Newton
2025 is the Year of the Snake, according to the Chinese Zodiac. It’s a fitting animal for the year, especially…
Newton’s Accessory Dwelling Unit zoning will need changes with new state law
PHOTO: Design for detached accessory dwelling unit. Courtesy NewtonADU Maura Healey signed the biggest housing bond bill in Massachusetts history…
Seven stories that shaped Newton in 2024
Newton has had quite a year. Striking teachers, climate change-related disasters, a shooting and more combined to give the city…
Operation Access cracks down on handicapped parking violations
Operation Access, a joint project between the Commission on Disability and the Newton Police Department, has raised $3,600 in fines…
BERDO is Born: City Council passes long-awaited energy and greenhouse gas ordinance
After years of discussion and months of debate, the City Council on Monday night passed a Building Emissions Reductions and…
DPW Commissioner Jim McGonagle leaving next month
DPW Commissioner Jim McGonagle will soon depart City Hall for a cemetery. Don’t worry. He’s not dying. He got a…