Should states force cities to build cheaper houses? Voters here will decide

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Published on October 13, 2026 • Originally reported by Jennifer Ludden. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
In North Braintree, Mass., larger lot sizes imposed decades ago have meant fewer homes, and bigger more expensive ones. Voters will decide whether to force cities to allow smaller homes on smaller lots.

Voters in Massachusetts will decide whether to require cities and towns to allow smaller homes on smaller lots. A growing number of states are doing the same to help ease a housing shortage.

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