Want More ‘Gentle Density?’ Process Matters as Much as Zoning
You can pass all the zoning reforms you want, but they won’t make a dent in the housing crisis. Local officials still have too many ways to delay or stop projects.
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The North Shore of Massachusetts used to be an affordable option for Massachusetts homebuyers. But these days, even fixer-uppers can feel out of reach.
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Moving Development Applications Online Is Tougher Than You Think
In the age of AI, one would think that every municipality in Massachusetts would make it easy to find permitting information online, and then file an application electronically.
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Creative construction techniques helped POUA and St. Francis House complete a 19-story residential tower on a tiny parcel in downtown Boston on an accelerated schedule.
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The Wu administration’s latest housing initiative underscored frustration in real estate and housing circles that Boston is falling behind in producing housing.
Want More ‘Gentle Density?’ Process Matters as Much as Zoning
You can pass all the zoning reforms you want, but they won’t make a dent in the housing crisis. Local officials still have too many ways to delay or stop projects.






