Housing Headlines

MARLBOROUGH --- The mayor, in agreement with the planning board, has reconsidered a proposal that would have potentially initiated a shift away from the development of senior housing in town.

EDGARTOWN --- Island Elderly Housing celebrates the grand opening of 15 units of affordable senior housing. This addition brings their total to 165 units and matches the town's need for subsidized elderly units.

READING --- The town planner and selectmen have created a comprehensive housing plan that includes short- and long-term goals to help the town reach 10 percent in its affordable housing stock.

WALTHAM --- At the request of local lawmakers, the state auditor's office will be visiting Waltham to examine the condition of public housing developments throughout the city.

The plan to incorporate Devens as an independent municipality has been rejected, as two of three neighboring towns voted against the proposal.

BELLINGHAM --- Voters at a town meeting authorized development plans for the conversion of an old mill and surrounding land into affordable senior housing.