Support measures to increase the availability of affordable housing for all incomes and lifestyles.
Position History:
The LWVB position on affordable housing is based on LWVMA and LWVUS positions that promote access to decent housing and a suitable living environment affordable for all. The League supports programs, policies and regulations to address the housing needs of low and moderate income families and individuals.
The LWVB will support measures to:
a. Provide as much affordable and moderate income housing as possible, in accordance with applicable regulations.
b. Support preservation of existing affordable units and negotiate the longest terms of affordability.
c. Encourage the creation of affordable units in new development.
d. Create affordable housing in all parts of Brookline.
e. Work toward meeting Chapter 40B affordable housing goals in order to be eligible for state funds.
f. Give preference, to the extent permitted by law, to Brookline residents and people with ties to Brookline.
g. Encourage design of all housing to blend into surrounding context including the use of aesthetically pleasing materials.
h. Ensure ongoing compliance with affordability requirements of residents.
i. Encourage mixed use and mixed income buildings.
j. Pursue predictable funding streams for maintaining and expanding affordable and moderate housing.
k. Maintain/increase affordable and moderate income rental units through Town programs.
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League of Women Voters of Brookline