The Cambridge City Council has kicked off its new term. With big initiatives such as the master plan and the Volpe Center the next two years will be an exciting time for the city.
DEVELOPMENT UPDATESCDD is seeking volunteers to serve on three working groups for the master plan titled Envision Cambridge. Applications are due January 22nd. The City Council approved the MXD Zoning Petition which will add one million square feet of development in Kendall Square. This will include approximately 560 residential units of which 140 will be below-market rent. The City Council approved a zoning petition initiated by Patrick Barrett that will make it easier for homeowners to create basement and accessory dwelling units.
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UPCOMING EVENTSThe MBTA will be holding a public meeting regarding late-night service changes on Wednesday, January 20th at 6 pm at City Hall. LINKS OF INTEREST |
DID YOU KNOW?As reported by the 2010 Census, 65.4% of housing units in Cambridge are rented while 34.6% are owner occupied (including owner occupied condominiums). Approximately 14% of the entire housing stock is subsidized in some form. |