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<p class="MsoNormal">Hi all,<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">An updated version of DHCD’s FAQ document regarding the new multi-family zoning requirements for MBTA Communities
<a href="https://www.mass.gov/doc/mbta-communities-faq-iteration-2-03-10-22/download">
has been posted on its website</a>. The updated FAQ provides additional information on topics including the definitions of key terms, density, location, unit capacity, affordability, and compliance requirements. Please continue to submit comments through the
<a href="https://www.mass.gov/forms/submit-public-written-comment-on-draft-guidelines-for-multi-family-zoning-requirement-for-mbta-communities">
public comment page</a>. Public comments will be accepted through March 31, 2022.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">For additional information on the multi-family zoning requirements for MBTA Communities, please visit the
<a href="https://www.mass.gov/info-details/multi-family-zoning-requirement-for-mbta-communities">
main web page</a>. <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Garamond",serif">Nathan Carlucci<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Garamond",serif">MBTA Communities Coordinator<br>
Department of Housing & Community Development<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Garamond",serif">nathan.carlucci@mass.gov<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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