With weeks left before a state-imposed deadline, Greater Boston cities and towns are in the home stretch to comply with the historic MBTA Communities Law and enact new zoning plans to allow more housing development.
Of those that need to comply by the end of the year, one of the most prominent has been Newton. The wealthy Boston suburb saw a contested election this month, in which voters ousted pro-housing elected officials, and continues to see scathing debate among a divided city council.
The city has yet to vote on its new zoning guidelines, with city council meetings held last week and Monday night in which lawmakers failed to end debate and hold a vote. The discussions have created a rift among city councilors and among residents who differ on whether the city should allow more housing.
Source: Rezoning Debate Heats Up In Newton After Voters Ousted Pro-Housing Councilors
