Millbury deserves smart, locally driven housing solutions—not one-size-fits-all mandates like the MBTA Communities Act or Chapter 40B. These top-down policies strain infrastructure, drive up taxes, and fail to deliver true affordability. Learn why thoughtful planning, community input, and sustainable growth are key to preserving Millbury’s character and protecting the American Dream.

Several Massachusetts towns, including Holden and Millbury, are challenging the MBTA Communities Act, calling it an unfunded mandate that burdens local taxpayers. As they draft compliance plans to meet state zoning requirements for multifamily housing, residents and officials raise concerns over affordability, developer benefits, and the long-term impact on homeownership and community character.

Five Massachusetts towns are suing over the MBTA Communities Act, arguing it imposes an unfunded mandate by requiring new zoning for multifamily housing near transit. They cite costly compliance and lost state funding risks for noncompliance. The case, which could set a housing policy precedent, hinges on whether the law’s enforcement will be halted.

The American Dream of homeownership is under threat as corporate landlords push overpriced rentals over single-family homes. Learn how Wall Street is reshaping housing, driving up costs, and keeping families trapped in a cycle of renting. Fight back—discover why homeownership matters and how we can restore affordability and stability for hardworking Americans. Here’s a hint, the MBTA Communities Act is not the answer.

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities’ (EOHLC) housing plan for 2025-2029 lacks independent, peer-reviewed studies, relying instead on its own analysis and input from affiliated organizations. The plan's assumptions fail to differentiate between Greater Boston and suburban communities, leading to flawed conclusions about housing needs. The MBTA Communities Act, a one-size-fits-all approach, has faced strong opposition in towns like Millbury, Holden, and Southborough. Advocates argue for a reset, calling for a new, locally driven strategy that prioritizes true affordability while preserving community character.