Foxborough Awarded Funding For Local Planning, Zoning, Housing and Open Space Initiatives

The Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development announced that 18 communities, including Foxborough, will receive technical assistance awards in the fourth round of the South Coast Technical Assistance Awards for local planning, zoning, housing, and open space initiatives. The awards, ranging from  $5,000 to $25,000, were announced at the Southeastern Massachusetts Commuter Rail Task Force Meeting.

“Today’s announced awards will provide technical assistance for local planning initiatives in the South Coast region,” said Lieutenant Governor Timothy Murray in a press release. “Through the South Coast Rail Economic Development and Corridor Land Use Plan, we are bringing together local communities as we continue to think regionally to advance infrastructure, transportation, and overall economic development opportunities as part of the state’s economic growth strategy.”

The South Coast Rail Plan demonstrates the Patrick-Murray Administration’s commitment to intentional and targeted state investment to enhance the development and sustainable growth of communities. Unveiled in 2009 by Governor Deval Patrick, the plan provides a framework for maximizing the economic and environmental benefits while preparations begin for the new rail line.

The Metropolitan Area Planning Council will assist Foxborough with development of a Housing Production Plan. Foxborough will receive $21,000 in technical assistance for the following activities: developing a community-wide vision, goals, and objectives for housing; conducting a housing inventory, needs and demand analysis; addressing barriers to production; and creating an implementation plan.