SEB Housing

  There is no obligation to negotiate with a ZBA, yet clearly, the developer wants the ZBA’s approval and a permit that is not burdened with excessive conditions. If the ZBA’s only objective is to reduce density, the negotiations may not go very far. From the developer’s perspective, density is critical for the feasibility of the project. A more productive approach would be to focus on qualitative ways to improve a project. For more details on Affordable Housing in MA , please contact us at 617-782-2300.

  However, the HAC’s discretion to overturn local decisions applies only to cases involving a city or town that has not met its regional fair share obligations under the statute. If the city or town meets one of the statutory minima, the HAC is required to uphold the decision as “consistent with local needs.” For more details, please contact our top 40B Compliance Consultants at 617-782-2300.