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Cape Cod Commission urges zoning changes, preapproved plans and incentives to boost year-round housing
Summary
The Cape Cod Commission presented its Regional Housing Strategy to the Barnstable County Assembly standing committee, urging local zoning changes, streamlined permitting through preapproved plans, financial incentives to convert short-term rentals and a permanent regional housing services office to support towns' housing efforts.
Christy Sanatore, executive director of the Cape Cod Commission, told the Barnstable County Assembly standing committee on economic affairs on April 14 that the commission's Regional Housing Strategy recommends several regional and municipal actions to expand year-round housing supply.
Sanatore said the strategy prioritizes redevelopment, coordination of housing and infrastructure, and protecting natural and cultural resources while increasing housing variety. "We understand that multifamily housing is a critical need across the region," she said, adding the plan promotes creating multifamily housing "where it's appropriate" and supporting the year-round population.
The commission highlighted several recommendations for county leadership. Sanatore cited zoning as a primary constraint: "Only 2% of the zoned…
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