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Cambridge council advances multifamily zoning to second reading after hours of public comment
Summary
After more than two hours of public comment and extended debate, the Cambridge City Council voted to advance a revised multifamily housing zoning petition to a second reading, keeping the measure alive for a final vote in February.
Dozens of residents spoke during a lengthy public-comment period at the Cambridge City Council—s Jan. 27 meeting, expressing strong views both for and against proposed changes to the city—s zoning that would allow multifamily housing citywide.
Supporters urged the council to move forward with a compromise zoning plan that backers say will produce thousands of new housing units and hundreds of deed-restricted affordable units over the next 15 years. "It—s urgent that the council continue making progress on this order and get a proposal over the finish line," said Julia Schlossman, a Walker Street resident who testified in support.
Opponents warned that the changes could accelerate demolition of existing smaller homes and increase displacement, and asked the council to slow the process or reconsider the scope. Multiple speakers…
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