Committee schedules housing forum for September 29
Ayer Affordable Housing Committee schedules September housing forum to advance town initiatives. The committee unanimously voted to hold the housing forum on September 29 ahead of Fall Town Meeting, with presentations from Town Planner Danny Ruiz on accessory dwelling units and inclusivity. The
Affordable Housing · Meeting of January 16, 2026
Ayer Affordable Housing Committee schedules September housing forum to advance town initiatives. The committee unanimously voted to hold the housing forum on September 29 ahead of Fall Town Meeting, with presentations from Town Planner Danny Ruiz on accessory dwelling units and inclusivity. The town is advancing a partnership with NOAH to develop 106 affordable rental units at 65 Fitchburg Road, with NOAH applying for state funding for required infrastructure.
The committee also reviewed projects expected to add 114 units at Devenscrest Village and identified goals including maintaining a rental assistance program that provides 12 grants annually. ===BRIEF===
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Source: the Affordable Housing meeting of January 16, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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