Posted on October 17, 2023
Massachusetts Housing Partnership (MHP) is accepting applications for technical assistance from the 177 cities and towns subject to the state’s multifamily zoning requirement for MBTA Communities (MGL Chapter 40A, Section 3A). Eligible activities include selecting district location(s); developing use and intensity requirements; using the state’s compliance model to estimate conformance with capacity yield, size, and contiguity requirements; and drafting zoning amendments. To date, MHP’s 3A-TA program has provided free, direct technical assistance from prequalified consultants to over 90 communities.
Expanded technical assistance offerings
Depending on consultant availability, MHP will now also offer technical assistance with the development of site plan review standards; preparation of an economic feasibility analyses (EFA) for affordability requirements; community engagement, outreach and education; and the development of eligible mixed-use zoning development districts per the recent revisions to the guidelines.
Applications will be reviewed and awarded on a rolling basis, dependent on consultant availability. Communities are welcome to apply more than once. Apply here.
Upcoming info session for MBTA community planners
Two information sessions are scheduled for Tuesday, November 7, 12:00 -1:30 p.m.
Community engagement and messaging
Lily Linke, MBTA Communities Engagement Manager
Applying for 3A Compliance
Nate Carlucci, MBTA Compliance Manager, Emma Snellings, MBTA Compliance Coordinator
Join our MBTA zoning mailing list
All materials related to MBTA zoning compliance and our Complete Neighborhoods Initiative will be posted on our Housing Toolbox website and at www.mhp.net/mbtazoning.
You can also invite others to sign up for the MBTA zoning mailing list to receive regular updates on resources and webinars related to complying with the law.
For more information contact MHP Communication Manager Lisa Braxton at Lbraxton@mhp.net or at (857) 301-1526.