Looking for a specific report, sample RFP and other documents that explain the affordable housing process? The Housing Toolbox resource section has all the materials that appear on this site.
Department of Housing and Community Development's HOME program webpage. HOME is a federally funded program that assists in the production and preservation of affordable housing for low and moderate-income families and individuals. The program funds a broad range of activities including new construction, acquisition and rehabilitation of rental properties.
An overview of the Chapter 40R Smart Growth Overlay bylaw with a sample bylaw and important considerations.
Department of Housing and Community Development's (DHCD) Local Initiative Program (LIP) program overview webpage. Local Initiative Program (LIP) is a state program that encourages the creation of affordable housing by providing technical assistance to communities and developers who are working together to create affordable rental opportunities.
Community Economic Development Assistance Corporation's (CEDAC) comprehensive list of expiring use for deed-restricted properties. Updated as of December 2016.
Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs' Brownfield webpage with information and resources on cleanup sites and brownfield locations.
Executive Office for Administration and Finance's Comprehensive Real State Services website, which includes real estate management services, acquisition services, and reports on real property.
Massachusetts statute regarding Chapter 30B which covers the disposition or acquisition of real property for municipalities.
This fact sheet prepared by Citizens' Housing and Planning Association (CHAPA)provides a quick overview of the regulatory requirements and accomplishments of Chapter 40B, also known as the Comprehensive Permit Law.
This document prepared by Citizens' Housing and Planning Association (CHAPA) and Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) provides examples from across the state of the uses of Chapter 40R, also known as the Smart Growth Zoning and Housing Production Act.
This document contains the ten sustainable development principles adopted by the Patrick Administration and will be useful for communities or individuals interested in Smart Growth and 40B developers.