The town’s plan to comply with the state’s MBTA Multi-Family Zoning law by the deadline of December, 2024 is pushing along. Through multiple public-information and open-house sessions, three main areas have been identified as potential suitors for the required zoning. According to Mass General Law, any municipality in the state that qualifies as an MBTA community must … [Read more...] about Town’s MBTA community zoning plan remains on track
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Marblehead discusses MBTA zoning
The town’s Housing Production Plan Implementation Committee discussed the public process and timeline for MBTA communities zoning at a meeting held at Abbot Hall Tuesday evening. In 2021, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts instituted a law mandating that MBTA communities “shall have at least one zoning district of reasonable size in which multi-family housing is permitted as … [Read more...] about Marblehead discusses MBTA zoning
Back in time to June 27, 1979 — and June 12, 1959
Nowadays, those looking to get to Marblehead via any mode other than driving face an uphill battle. Two MBTA buses run into town — the 441 and 442. But a quick glance at the T's bus schedule reveals inconsistent frequency for the buses, which run from the Wonderland station in Revere. What if I told you that wasn't always the case? Beginning in the early 19th century, the … [Read more...] about Back in time to June 27, 1979 — and June 12, 1959