What would it take to build
100% affordable housing in Newton?
Monday, Jan. 13 at 7pm
Hybrid Event
What are the costs, considerations, and risks involved in developing 100% affordable housing? Hear ideas for how Newton could become more welcoming to more affordable homes.
Featured Speaker: Jason Korb has been building 100% affordable housing for almost 20 years. His work includes projects in Bridgewater, Brockton, Cambridge, Easton, Haverhill, Sharon, Springfield, and Templeton. A Newton native and current resident, Jason is a Trustee of the Newton Affordable Housing Trust and on the Board of CHAPA.
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Housing & Opportunity
A diverse range of homes for families, for people who work in Newton to live in Newton, for staying in Newton when down sizing, and for our adult children to return to live here.
Housing & Community
Thriving villages, people living in the village and nearby, public gathering spaces all help build a strong and welcoming community in Newton.
Housing & Sustainability
Living near transit, and villages helps reduce our dependence on cars. Safer streets makes it easier for walkers and bikers to get to school, go to a village or see friends.