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We support communities, housing authorities and nonprofits during the early stages of affordable housing development.
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Learn MoreBOSTON --- The Massachusetts Housing Partnership (MHP) kicked off its 9-part webinar series this week with an overview of its Complete Neighborhoods Initiative and a panel discussion on what communities are doing to build housing that's walkable, near transit and our daily needs.
BOSTON --- In conjunction with the release of the final guidelines for the state's new zoning requirement for MBTA communities, MHP is announcing a series of initiatives to help communities achieve compliance and create zoning that will allow for more housing near transit, downtowns and economic opportunities.
HOLYOKE --- The rehabilitation of Lyman Terrace has been national recognized, but the downtown public housing development also earned incentives through MHP's Green & Healthy Housing programs thanks to the inclusion of several healthy features to the apartments and common areas.
LAWRENCE --- If you're driving through downtown Lawrence these days, you may notice that a vacant lot and an abandoned building are no more, having been replaced by an attractive mixed-use building with ground-floor commercial space and 39 affordable apartments.
MHP is responsible for getting mortgage servicers to participate in Mass HAF, the program to help homeowners impacted by COVID-19. Mortgage servicer participation is key to connecting homebuyers with support. Over 231 have signed up. See who has signed up and how to participate.
BOSTON ---- Good news homebuyers! The MassDREAMS grant program is now available to eligible first-time buyers in certain communities that have been disproportionately impacted by the pandemic.
The funds will be used to help cities and towns comply with the new zoning requirement for MBTA cities and towns.
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BOSTON --- Following the release of the final MBTA zoning guidelines, MHP Executive Director Clark Ziegler listed four main reasons why the law will be good for the Commonwealth.
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