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New investment builds on more than 2,000 ADUs already approved and expands support for homeowners and affordable housing developers

Governor Maura Healey today announced a new $5 million investment to make it easier and more affordable to build Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) across Massachusetts, bringing the administration's total commitment to supporting ADU development to $15 million. The new Community ADU Pilot Program will help housing developers build more rental homes, while additional assistance for homeowners and updated regulations will make it easier and more affordable to build ADUs.

Climate Ready Housing awards will support major energy upgrades at 15 projects in nine Massachusetts communities

Governor Maura Healey today announced nearly $17 million in Climate Ready Housing awards for 15 projects in nine Massachusetts communities to make homes more energy efficient, lower energy bills and reduce carbon emissions.

Up to $50,000 in technical assistance is available

BOSTON --- MHP has relaunched its Complete Neighborhoods technical assistance program, which supports efforts by the Healey-Driscoll Administration and state legislature to build more homes near transit, jobs, and services.

New program will help homeowners determine whether an ADU is right for their property

The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced the launch of Phase One of a statewide Accessory Dwelling Unit Incentive Program that will help homeowners determine whether building an ADU is right for their property, another step in the administration’s effort to lower housing costs and increase housing production across Massachusetts.

Housing affordability and availability are among the most pressing challenges facing Massachusetts. Our Rental Finance team’s expertise and relationship building are key to addressing these issues by expanding housing opportunities across the Commonwealth. Here are recent highlights:

WORCESTER --- MHP presented a new award for the first time at this year’s Housing Institute. The Legacy Award celebrates an individual’s profound and lasting impact in transforming housing opportunities across the Commonwealth. The inaugural award was presented to MHP’s former Executive Director Clark Ziegler, who retired in the spring.