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October 15 - Securing Housing for All: The Affordable Homes Act and the Housing Crisis Discussion
Join NAIOP to learn more about the AHA and other critical housing initiatives.
Kicking off with an overview of NAIOP’s work this session to advance housing production for the industry, attendees will then hear from Secretary of Housing and Livable Communities Ed Augustus and Chairman of the Joint Committee on Housing James Arciero as they discuss the transformative investments and policies in the AHA and overview the next steps in addressing our housing crisis.
October 16 - Space Spotlight: From Jail to Jewel - 40 Thorndike Transformed
Join NAIOP for an exclusive site tour of 40 Thorndike.
See how the former Sullivan Courthouse/Jail has been transformed over 10+ years into a vibrant mixed-use development including 422,000 sf of premier office space with unobstructed 360 degree views, amenity and outdoor space, retail, and 48 affordable housing units.
This is a unique opportunity to experience firsthand the architectural brilliance and cutting-edge features of East Cambridge’s tallest and newest office building.
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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