Boston housing policies

Geoffrey Epstein Distances Himself in Mayoral Race

News Summary Framingham mayoral candidate Geoffrey Epstein is working to establish his identity amid confusion with Jeffrey Epstein. With underfunded…

2 days ago

Boston’s Housing Crisis Deepens Amid Mayoral Race

News Summary Boston is facing a housing crisis, characterized by a growing disparity between wealthy and low-income residents, as highlighted…

1 week ago

Michelle Wu Maintains Strong Lead in Boston Mayoral Race

News Summary Current Mayor Michelle Wu is leading her competitor Josh Kraft by nearly 30 points ahead of the preliminary…

1 week ago

Massachusetts Legislature Targets Rental Market with New Reforms

News Summary The Massachusetts state legislature is set to implement key reforms in the rental market, including a ban on…

2 weeks ago

Boston Launches Largest Office-to-Residential Conversion Project

News Summary Boston Mayor Michelle Wu has initiated a significant office-to-residential conversion project in South Boston, transforming 263 Summer St.…

2 weeks ago

Boston Mayoral Candidates Clash Over Housing Affordability Strategies

News Summary In a recent debate, Mayor Michelle Wu and challenger Josh Kraft discussed housing affordability in Boston, presenting contrasting…

2 weeks ago

Boston Mayoral Race Heats Up: Wu and Kraft Debate Key Issues

News Summary The Boston mayoral race is intensifying as Michelle Wu faces Josh Kraft. Both candidates debate public safety and…

4 weeks ago

Boston Faces Sharp Decline in Housing Construction

News Summary Boston is experiencing a notable drop in new housing construction, with a 46% decline in projects initiated in…

1 month ago

Massachusetts Faces Severe Homeownership Crisis

News Summary Massachusetts is grappling with a significant homeownership crisis, where home prices are disproportionately high compared to average incomes.…

2 months ago

Boston Housing Authority Requests Rent Freeze for Section 8 Tenants

News Summary The Boston Housing Authority has urged landlords renting to Section 8 voucher holders to implement a rent freeze…

2 months ago