News and Announcements

21 Affordable Units Add to First-Year Success of Governor Healey’s End Veteran Homelessness Campaign

Housing expert Ethan Handelman to oversee the organization’s efforts to boost affordable housing and early childcare education in communities across the Commonwealth.

Increased funding is a result of Governor Healey’s tax cuts package; $72 million total awarded in 2024 to create 1,500+ housing units

Governor Healey continues to reduce caseload, lower taxpayer costs and exit more families to permanent housing

Permanent regulations now published for law that will increase production of reasonably priced housing near transit

Three new commissions created by the Affordable Homes Act have begun working to address the unique housing challenges of seniors, extremely low-income residents and people with accessibility needs.

Residents in Everett, Gloucester and Lynn to Benefit from Latest Award Round

Whitney Demetrius to Helm Fair Housing Office Established by Affordable Homes Act

New regulations disqualify individuals convicted of serious crimes from shelter placement

The commission’s report, “Building for Tomorrow,” makes suggestions for policy reforms

14 projects in 12 communities will create 1,100+ affordable housing units for seniors and families

Plan outlines strategies for lowering costs, achieving 222,000 new housing units by 2035

Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities Issues Final Regulations to Help Cities and Towns Update Local Regulations

Communities that missed prior filing deadlines will have 6 months to come into compliance