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Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities Celebrates Major Office-to-Residential Conversion in Worcester

Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities Celebrates Major Office-to-Residential Conversion in Worcester

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (HLC) recently celebrated the official opening of Altitude Worcester, a significant office-to-residential conversion project in Worcester, Massachusetts. This project, undertaken by Synergy, transformed the former 11-story Fallon Health headquarters into 198 apartments, comprising 74 studios, 84 one-bedroom units, and 40 two-bedroom units. Residents began moving into Altitude Worcester on August 15. Additionally, Synergy, in partnership with The Planning Office for Urban Affairs, converted the adjacent four-story Two Chestnut Place into 22 affordable for-sale condominiums, with income restrictions set at no more than 80% of the Area Median Income. The first residents for these affordable homes moved in earlier in October, marking the creation of affordable homeownership opportunities in downtown Worcester for the first time in over 30 years.

Cushman Wakefield Report Indicates Prolonged Low Viability for North American Office Development Until Early 2030s

Cushman Wakefield Report Indicates Prolonged Low Viability for North American Office Development Until Early 2030s

Cushman Wakefield Report Indicates Prolonged Low Viability for North American Office Development Until Early 2030s

Memphis Mayor Paul Young Outlines Housing as Core Strategy for City Growth and Community Development

Memphis Mayor Paul Young Outlines Housing as Core Strategy for City Growth and Community Development

Memphis Mayor Paul Young has highlighted housing as the foundational element of the city's growth strategy. During an episode of NAHB’s podcast, 'Housing Developments,' Mayor Young discussed key housing programs initiated to achieve the city's goal of creating 10,000 housing units in its core by 2030. He emphasized that quality housing is essential for strong schools, a growing economy, cultural vibrancy, and overall quality of life. The city is pursuing a 'Build Up, Not Out' strategy to efficiently deliver services by adding residents to established areas. This approach, however, faces challenges such as infrastructure issues in older parts of the city and an appraisal gap in historically underserved neighborhoods, where acquisition and construction costs can exceed appraised values.

Poll Reveals Strong Demand for Affordable Housing in Cambridge, Voters Prioritize Development

Poll Reveals Strong Demand for Affordable Housing in Cambridge, Voters Prioritize Development

A recent poll conducted by Embold Research for A Better Cambridge and Abundant Housing Massachusetts indicates a significant demand for affordable housing in Cambridge. The poll found that a majority of Cambridge voters want the City Council to prioritize the production of affordable housing. Eight out of ten residents reported being personally affected by the cost or availability of housing in the city, and an equal number stated that affordable housing should be a 'top priority' or the 'single top priority' for the city council. Approximately 65% of Cambridge renters expressed interest in a hypothetical political candidate who would prioritize building more homes in the area, with this sentiment rising to 72% among younger voters aged 18-34. The poll also specifically addressed the 2025 Multifamily Housing Ordinance, which allowed multifamily housing in all Cambridge residential neighborhoods for the first time. Around 64% of voters supported this ordinance, with 79% of renters and 86% of voters aged 18-...

Los Angeles County Supervisors Consider Affordable Housing Development on Florence-Firestone Lot

Los Angeles County Supervisors Consider Affordable Housing Development on Florence-Firestone Lot

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has adopted a motion to explore the redevelopment of a county-owned lot at 7700 S. Central Avenue in unincorporated Florence-Firestone for affordable housing. The 13,000-square-foot property could be combined with other parcels along Central Avenue under a plan proposed by the Apex Collaborative. Apex, a developer with experience in over 4,500 residential units, is also negotiating with the Center of Hope Community Development Corp. for other redevelopments in the corridor. The motion, introduced by 2nd District Supervisor Holly Mitchell, recommends that the County enter into an exclusive negotiating agreement with Apex. This agreement would facilitate the collaborative development of these sites to include affordable housing, public open space, commercial uses, and parking. Additionally, a vacant county-owned building at 7672 S. Central Avenue, formerly a Probation Department office, may be utilized by Juntos Florence-Firestone, a non-profit organization focused...

Blake Carver and Erika Ellis's 'Love Is Blind' Relationship Status Remains Ambiguous Amid Fan Speculation

Blake Carver and Erika Ellis's 'Love Is Blind' Relationship Status Remains Ambiguous Amid Fan Speculation

Blake Carver and Erika Ellis's 'Love Is Blind' Relationship Status Remains Ambiguous Amid Fan Speculation

First Season Freeze Follows Northeast Storm This Weekend

First Season Freeze Follows Northeast Storm This Weekend

A strengthening storm will bring rain to major Northeast cities, including Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, New York City and Boston, through Saturday. Higher elevations from the Appalachians to Maine could see wet snow, with several inches possible across the highest ridges. Slushy roads, falling tree limbs and isolated power outages are possible. Rain, low clouds, thunderstorms, snow-related fog and aircraft deicing could also cause flight delays. The storm is not expected to produce major nor'easter impacts, but blustery, chilly conditions will follow, with the season's lowest temperatures so far and widespread frost and freezes possible across the Southeast.

Wayne, New Jersey, Begins Demolition of Office Building for 275 Apartments

Wayne, New Jersey, Begins Demolition of Office Building for 275 Apartments

Wayne, New Jersey, Begins Demolition of Office Building for 275 Apartments

San Francisco Approves First Housing Development Under Mayor Lurie's Family Zoning Plan on Anza Street

San Francisco Approves First Housing Development Under Mayor Lurie's Family Zoning Plan on Anza Street

The San Francisco Planning Commission has unanimously approved the first housing development under Mayor Daniel Lurie’s new Family Zoning Plan. This project, located on Anza Street near Collins Street in the Laurel Heights neighborhood, will replace a two-story, rent-controlled, two-unit residential building with an 85-foot-tall, eight-story condominium building containing eight units. The new building will include a one-bedroom and a two-bedroom unit designated as affordable replacement units at 80% Area Median Income (AMI), in exchange for the lost rent-controlled housing. The project is exempted from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under California State law AB130. This development is seen as a significant step in implementing the Family Zoning Plan, which aims to address San Francisco's housing shortage by allowing taller buildings along transit corridors.

Wilton River Road Office Site to Undergo Redevelopment into 168 Apartments and Retail Space

Wilton River Road Office Site to Undergo Redevelopment into 168 Apartments and Retail Space

Wilton River Road Office Site to Undergo Redevelopment into 168 Apartments and Retail Space

Nor'easter Brings First Snow to Northeast Mountains

Nor'easter Brings First Snow to Northeast Mountains

A developing nor'easter is set to bring the first significant snowfall of the season to higher elevations in the Northeast, including the Adirondacks, Green Mountains, and White Mountains, starting Thursday, November 12, 2026. The storm will also deliver widespread rain along the Interstate 95 corridor from Philadelphia to Boston, where temperatures are expected to remain above freezing. Lake-effect snow is forecast for the Great Lakes region, including Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The storm is expected to strengthen as it moves off the Mid-Atlantic coast and heads toward Atlantic Canada by Friday, November 13, 2026. Coastal areas may experience minor flooding during high tides, while the Deep South braces for its first freeze of the season.

Cool, Fair Thanksgiving Weather for New England

Cool, Fair Thanksgiving Weather for New England

The Farmers' Almanac has released its Thanksgiving weather forecast for Boston and the New England region, covering November 23–26, 2026. The outlook favors cool and mainly fair conditions across the Northeast and New England, with the possibility of flurries in northern areas and higher elevations. While Boston, Providence, and Hartford are not expected to see snowfall, residents and visitors should prepare for brisk weather. Thanksgiving Day falls on Thursday, November 26, and the forecast suggests layering up for outdoor activities like turkey trots or football games. Travelers heading to northern Maine or the mountains of Vermont and New Hampshire should check local forecasts for potential flurries.