Multi-Family Zoning Requirement for MBTA Communities.

This page includes Compliance Guidelines on new Section 3A of MGL c. 40A and related materials.

https://www.mass.gov/info-details/multi-family-zoning-requirement-for-mbta-communities

Summary

This new law requires that an MBTA community shall have at least one zoning district of reasonable size in which multi-family housing is permitted as of right and meets other criteria set forth in the statute:

• Minimum gross density of 15 units per acre
• Located not more than 0.5 miles from a commuter rail station, subway station, ferry terminal or bus station, if applicable
• No age restrictions and suitable for families with children