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Operationalizing AI in the Built Environment
April 2 | Suffolk Construction
Join us for a forward-looking program that moves beyond the “hype cycle” of Artificial Intelligence and into real-world application, implementation, and measurable ROI across development.
Steve Weikal of MIT will set the stage for how AI is reshaping development, construction, and asset management — and what it truly means for commercial real estate leaders today.
From there, representatives from leading startups Outcome, Geolava, Anodet, Speckle, and Sourgum will participate in a dynamic startup showcase. Each will demonstrate how their platforms are actively de-risking development, improving cost certainty in construction, and helping owners protect and enhance Net Operating Income.
Diana Kay of Suffolk Technologies will then moderate a candid discussion as Josh Weiner of Marc Realty, Christopher Gildea of JLL, and Chris Lanzisera of Suffolk Design & Construction share practical insights on adoption challenges, integration into existing workflows, and the quantifiable results they’re seeing across their portfolios as they actively implement these tools.
Space Spotlight: International Place
April 15 | Two International Place
Join NAIOP for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes program that brings together the full team behind the renovation of one of Boston’s most dynamic mixed-use environments for an in-depth conversation and guided tour experience.
Hear directly from the project team as they share insights on the vision, strategy, design, construction, and collaboration behind the renovation, followed by guided tours of the 2 International Place Lobby, IP Commons, Fort Hill Plaza, and 1 International Place Lobby.
The program will conclude with networking and cocktails at the exclusive Aries Club where you can explore the immersive technology center, F1 simulator, podcast room, wellness suites, and so much more.
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U.S. Senate Advances Housing Legislation; State Releases Draft Surplus Land Regulations to Advance Housing; Legislature Holds Hearing on Rent Control Ballot Question
In March, there were several actions related to state and federal housing policy.
Updates range from the U.S. Senate’s advancement of the Bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act – and it’s inclusion of problematic provisions impacting owners who build-to-rent; to the State’s Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities’ release of draft regulations for the disposition of surplus land; and the state legislature holding a hearing on the rent control ballot question.
Learn More Rent Control Ballot Question Challenged in Court
In February, Housing for Massachusetts, the ballot committee created to defeat the rent control ballot question, worked with four small property owners to file a challenge to the Rent Control Ballot Question’s validity before the Supreme Judicial Court. Yesterday, the full complaint was filed.
It is critical to understand that Massachusetts has one of the most structured and constitutionally constrained ballot question processes in the country. The process follows a strict path with strict timelines. A question can only be challenged in the Courts on the Constitutional issue of whether it can be placed on the ballot and in what form, according to Article 48 of the state constitution.
This poorly written, poorly thought-out question would not only inflict lasting damage on housing in the Commonwealth, but is potentially unconstitutional and should not be placed before the voters in this or any similar form. Arguments are expected in early May, with the Court issuing its determination of whether or not this Ballot Question can advance in June.
NAIOP is committed to defeating this measure, and your continued engagement and support are critical to our success.
Learn More Housing for Massachusetts Launches Campaign Against Rent Control Ballot Question
In December 2025, NAIOP joined other real estate groups in officially establishing Housing for Massachusetts as the official committee registered with the Office of Campaign & Political Finance to oppose the rent control ballot question.
On January 29, 2026 small property owners, local elected officials, Chamber leaders, and more joined Housing for Massachusetts to kick off the campaign to defeat what would be the most restrictive form of rent control in the nation. Housing for Massachusetts will remind voters about the state’s history with this failed policy, and the devastating impact it would have on housing creation.
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