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Home / News / Cambridge Legalized Multifamily Housing Citywide. Just as Remarkable: How They Got There

Cambridge Legalized Multifamily Housing Citywide. Just as Remarkable: How They Got There

February 25, 2025 by BBH

 A visualization of the original Cambridge zoning with maximum heights compared to the new zoning. Note that developments greater than 45’ need affordable units and a 5,000 sq ft lot minimum.  (care of Abundant Housing Massachusetts) 

As Susan points out, Cambridge’s big move to legalize multifamily zoning citywide by an 8-1 council vote illustrates that building real consensus to target ambitious housing goals is possible. Read more here.

Filed Under: From Our Executive Director, News, Susan Gittelman in Banker & Tradesman

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