In February 2025, Cambridge passed new zoning rules allowing multifamily housing citywide.

The intent behind it is good: more housing, affordability, and opportunity. 

Yet, there are serious concerns:

• Developers will replace smaller homes with larger market-rate buildings
• Buildings up to 4 stories requires no community input, and does not require any affordable units
• Community input is reduced when projects are allowed “by right."
• Cambridge’s smaller neighborhood character could be eradicated

This petition is not at all against housing; it is for housing that is actually affordable, sustainable, and community-centered.

Our proposal:
Require stronger affordable housing rules for buildings above 3 stories and preserve meaningful community input in major redevelopment decisions.

Sign our petition to Mayor Sidiqui.
Help us push for housing reform that protects affordability and Cambridge communities.