Navigating Massachusetts' Housing Crisis

This chapter examines the complexities of local governance and zoning laws in Massachusetts, particularly their role in the ongoing housing crisis marked by high rents and home prices. It discusses the MBTA Communities Act and other legislative efforts aimed at reforming zoning practices, while also addressing local resistance to these changes. The conversation highlights the importance of political will and regional collaboration in tackling housing shortages, with insights drawn from successful advocacy efforts in Cambridge.