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Planning101

Talking Smart Growth for 101 Communities in Greater Boston

Planning101 is a space for MAPC staff to share their wealth of knowledge on topics related to smart growth and regional collaboration. This blog covers a diverse range of issues that include transportation, clean energy, land use, environment, public health, local government, equity, the innovative usage of public data, and the process of creating digital tools.

Two triple decker condo units in South Boston.

Maximizing Affordability Without Minimizing the Effectiveness of Section 3A

August 12, 2024

Maximizing Affordability Without Minimizing the Effectiveness of Section 3A By Alexis Smith, RA, Principal Housing Planner An earlier version of […]

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Photo is of the Massachusetts Old State House in Boston historic city center, located close to landmark Beacon Hill and Freedom Trail.

2024 End of Formal Session Legislative Outcomes: MAPC Priorities and Interest Areas

August 6, 2024

2024 End of Formal Session Legislative Outcomes: MAPC Priorities and Interest Areas For questions, please contact Leah Robins, Norman Abbott, […]

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Kids are pictured playing basketball outside at the Shannon Grant Summerfest.

Youth, Local Law Enforcement, Community Leaders Gather for Annual Shannon Grant Summerfest

August 6, 2024

Youth, Local Law Enforcement, Community Leaders Gather for Annual Shannon Grant Summerfest Written by Jenifer Wallitsch, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator August […]

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Photo is of the Massachusetts Old State House in Boston historic city center, located close to landmark Beacon Hill and Freedom Trail.

FY25 Enacted Budget Summary

July 30, 2024

FY25 Enacted Budget Summary For questions, please contact Leah Robins, Norman Abbott, Georgia Barlow, or Matt Walsh On July 29, […]

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Photo is of the Massachusetts Old State House in Boston historic city center, located close to landmark Beacon Hill and Freedom Trail.

Governments, nonprofits can take advantage of 13 clean energy tax credits

July 24, 2024

Governments, Nonprofits Can Take Advantage of 13 Clean Energy Tax Credits Written by Allie Shepard, Clean Energy and Climate Planner […]

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How the Towns of Acton and Maynard Successfully Adopted MBTA Communities Act Zoning

July 12, 2024

How the Towns of Acton and Maynard Successfully Adopted MBTA Communities Act Zoning MAPC’s technical assistance efforts support successful implementation […]

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