VC Zoning would allow by-right construction of at least 10,000 housing units (assuming unit size of 1,000 sq.ft, and no parking is provided)

• Could be less than 10,000 if developers build larger units and/or provide parking; could be higher if developers build smaller units
• Meets “MBTA Communities” target for Newton of 8,330 units by right near transit (25% of Newton’s 33,320 units in 2020 US Census), which has a deadline of December 31 to pass

• Does not include VC units in Auburndale, Nonantum, Newton Corner & other village centers without T or commuter rail stations, or VC units on upper floors where 1st floor retail is required, which will not count toward MBTA Communities target, and for which no estimate has been provided

Planning & Development Department info here: https://www.newtonma.gov/government/planning/village-centers

Zoning & Planning Committee documents:
https://www.newtonma.gov/government/city-clerk/city-council/council-standing-committees/zoning-planningcommittee/zoning-redesign-council-documents



Public hearing opened June 26.  NewTV video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5AJCvOo12Jc

Notices of all upcoming public meetings (which must be posted at least 48 hours in advance) are found here:
https://www.newtonma.gov/government/city-clerk/city-council/electronic-posting-board

Please email your comments to both [email protected] and [email protected]
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