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…
Chestnut Hill church helping build housing with Habitat for Humanity
PHOTO: Congregants with Church of the Redeemer are helping to build housing in Roslindale. Courtesy Photo Church of the Redeemer,…
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…
Newton’s population getting older, and the city is planning accordingly
PHOTO: Audrey Cooper’s family joins local officials in the groundbreaking ceremony for the Cooper Active Living Center in May 2024….
Chamber forum examines why young adults are moving away
PHOTO: During a panel discussion at the Charles River Chamber forum on housing and the economy, Tiffany Chen talks about…
Auchincloss, colleagues launch pro-housing ‘YIMBY’ caucus
The housing shortage in Massachusetts has been rough on people looking for homes. And although the housing crunch is especially…
Newton uses these three grants for affordable housing
There are three primary federal grants the city uses for affordable housing are going to be allocated soon, and Newton’s…
Newton for Everyone to host discussion on ‘100 percent affordable’ housing
You’ve heard about 40B developments that come with a certain percent of their units set aside for below-market rates. What…