By Kimberly Rau, MassLandlords Writer The Citizens’ Housing and Planning Association (CHAPA) has proposed an emergency budget recommendation to put an additional $50 million towards funding the Residential Assistance for Families in Transition (RAFT) program. The proposal, which was sent to the Massachusetts House and Senate in May, focuses on…

Most window air conditioners are designed to fit in most windows. Vinyl windows, however, are usually not designed for the weight of window air conditioners. And if your building has vinyl siding, as well, it may crack when a “window air conditioner mount” is used. This article gives guidance to…

In July the forces arrayed against consensus-oriented policy worked furiously to achieve partisan goals before the end of the legislative session. None passed, but now the session has been extended through to January. All the worst ideas therefore remain under consideration, requiring sustained opposition from housing providers. The eviction moratorium…

Facing the prospect of losing their fight to get rent cancellation as a bill of its own, Representatives Connolly, Honan and others have filed amendments to an economic development bill (H.4879 “An Act enabling partnerships for growth”) that would enact rent cancellation, transfer taxes on multis, rent control, and other…

In June everything moved forward consistent with our strategy and member wishes, as fast as resources allow. We are responding to the eviction moratorium by working towards a Fair and Equal Housing Guarantee via Surety Bonds. It bears repeating that MassLandlords staff operate under the elected Board of Directors, who…