MBTA communities must make zoning changes to comply with law

MBTA communities must make zoning changes to comply with law

Mass. (WPRI) — The deadline has passed for MBTA communities to become compliant with a zoning law aimed at creating more housing in Massachusetts. The MBTA Communities Act was signed into law in 2021 by former Governor Charlie Baker. It requires communities near the commuter rail to have at least one district zoned for multi-family housing without age restrictions. RELATED: South Coast Rail service officially begins March 24 Following a ru…

More controversy erupts after state auditor says Mass. housing law is an ‘unfunded mandate’ - The Boston Globe

In a surprise turn, the office of State Auditor Diana DiZoglio said the MBTA Communities Act, an ambitious state housing law, is an "unfunded mandate" from Beacon Hill.

Auditor calls MBTA housing law 'unfunded' mandate

BOSTON — The MBTA Communities Act is an unfunded mandate for cities and towns, according to a review by State Auditor Diana DiZoglio's office, which could prompt new legal challenges