In 2023 California passed Senate Bill 4 to allow by-right development of affordable housing on land owned by academic and faith-based institutions. This analysis estimates the impact if similar legislation were implemented in Massachusetts.

Statewide Maps (Grouped by City)

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Acreage per City

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Parcels per City

Top 10 Cities

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Top 10 Cities by Acreage

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Top 10 Cities by Parcels

Boston Parcel Map

Lowell Parcel Map

Proportions

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Proportion of Total Acreage from Faith compared to Education Institutions

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Proportion of Total Parcels from Faith compared to Education Institutions