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October 23 & 25: Navigating the Permitting Maze: A Crash Course on Permitting in Massachusetts
What does it take to successfully navigate a development project through the permitting process?
Find out at this virtual in-depth educational workshop (over the course of two half-days) where some of the real estate industry's foremost experts will provide a close look at the ins and outs of review and permitting in Massachusetts. Professionals at all levels of their career will benefit from this primer on permitting, which provides up-to-date information and highlights recent changes to the many requirements for proposed developments in Boston and across the Commonwealth.
This year, NAIOP is proud to feature an exclusive conversation with Interim Chief and Acting Director of the Boston Planning Department, Devin Quirk, who will overview the Article 80 Modernization Process and recent changes to the Boston Planning Department (formerly the Boston Planning and Development Agency).
October 24: 2024 Women of Influence Luncheon
This panel of dynamic female executives who represent different perspectives and sectors of the CRE industry will discuss their insights, stories and successes while working in the historically male-dominated real estate industry.
Hear their ideas about creative opportunities to build community for women, how to bring more women to the table, and become a champion for others. This is a unique opportunity to hear from leading female professionals while networking with peers from all sectors of the industry.
Panelists:
- Katharine E. Bachman: Senior Advisor at Gravestar
- Leah Harsfield:Â Principal, Director of Asset Management and Leasing at National Development
- Grace Keating:Â Senior Associate at MIT Investment Management Company
- Aisha E. Miller:Â Vice President of Corporate and Community Engagement at Related Beal
Feature Blog Posts
ADVOCACY ALERT: Sullivan & Worcester Files Amicus Brief on Behalf of NAIOP Massachusetts urging SJC to Affirm the Attorney General’s Ability to Enforce Section 3A of the Zoning Act
On Monday, September 16, 2024, law firm Sullivan & Worcester filed an amicus brief on behalf of NAIOP Massachusetts – The Commercial Real Estate Development Association (NAIOP) in the case of Attorney General v. Town of Milton and Joe Atchue, in his official capacity. At issue is whether or not Section 3A of the Zoning Act (otherwise known as the MBTA Communities Law) provides the sole remedy for noncompliance with the law, and whether, and to what extent, the Attorney General’s office is authorized and has standing to enforce compliance with the Section.
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ADVOCACY ALERT: NAIOP Secures Office Conversation Tax Credit and Defeats Right of First Refusal; Legislature Does Not Advance Economic Development or Climate Bills; Uncertain Future for Boston Proposals
Read on for NAIOP’s legislative wrap-up on the topics relevant to the industry including;
NAIOP’s successful advocacy securing a Nation-Leading Office Conversion Tax Credit, Defeats Right of First Refusal, in Housing Bond Bill;
The status of the Permit Extension Act and other economic development priorities;
The status of the climate legislation; and
The status of Boston’s property tax and BPDA reform proposals.
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ADVOCACY ALERT: NAIOP Opposes Mayor Wu Proposal Seeking Permission to Increase the Tax Burden on Commercial Properties
On April 3 Mayor Wu filed a Home Rule Petition with City Council allowing the City to lessen increases in residential property tax bills caused by declining commercial values by temporarily shifting more of the property tax levy onto owners of commercial and industrial properties. The City Council referred the matter to the Committee on Government Operations.
There have been two public hearings on the proposal, filed as Docket 0642. NAIOP has submitted testimony for consideration in advance of both the hearing on April 16, and the hearing on May 30.
On May 22, NAIOP hosted a briefing and panel discussion regarding the proposed legislation. NAIOP CEO Tamara Small was joined by Jim Rooney of The Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce; Meg Mainzer-Cohen of the Back Bay Association; Marty Walz of the Boston Municipal Research Bureau; Matthew Osborne of Eastern Bank; and Daniel Swift of Ryan, LLC.
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