[Massplanners] Inclusionary Zoning questions

[Anthony Flint]

Jeanette,

I'm sure Massachusetts communities can share experiences, but here are some resources for further background, looking at how other cities and towns have crafted their IZ ordinances, including addressing the sliding-scale and in-lieu features you mention.

Policy Brief: https://www.lincolninst.edu/publications/policy-briefs/inclusionary-housing

Full report: https://www.lincolninst.edu/publications/policy-focus-reports/inclusionary-housing

Survey of IZ policies in Working Paper: https://www.lincolninst.edu/publications/working-papers/inclusionary-housing-in-united-states

Best,

Anthony Flint<http://anthonyflint.net/>
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From: MassPlanners <massplanners-bounces at masscptc.org> On Behalf Of Tozer, Jeanette via MassPlanners
Sent: Tuesday, September 13, 2022 9:19 AM
To: MassPlanners at masscptc.org
Subject: [Massplanners] Inclusionary Zoning questions

Hello Planners! The Worcester City Council is contemplating the adoption of an Inclusionary Zoning ordinance, and it would be incredibly beneficial to hear from other IZ communities about their experiences and processes related to the following questions:


  1.  Does the IZ requirement apply to by-right development as well as Special Permit development, and what mechanism is used as the initial screening to ensure projects comply (e.g., zoning determination form)?
  2.  If there is a sliding scale AMI requirement (e.g., 50%, 60%, and 80% AMI), are units being created at all levels, or do developers tend to choose a particular option?
  3.  If there is a payment in lieu of option, are developers electing to use that option, or are they building the affordable housing units?

I appreciate any insights and thoughts you're able to share!

Thank you,
Jeanette

Jeanette R. Tozer, AICP (she, her)
Affordable Housing Trust Fund Manager
Executive Office of Economic Development
City of Worcester | 455 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608
P: 508-799-1400 x31438
E: tozerj at worcesterma.gov<mailto:tozerj at worcesterma.gov>
www.worcesterma.gov<http://www.worcesterma.gov/>

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