Affordability Concerns Spark Debate Over Housing, Transportation Costs
- Date: 03/19/2026
Columnist Froma Harrop examines the debate around housing and living affordability, arguing that for many, it is more of a…
An amended version of a bill that would encourage more housing near train and bus stations around the state was passed by the General Assembly’s Planning and Development Committee on Friday, marking a step forward for one of this session’s major zoning bills.
House Bill 5390, also known as “Work Live Ride,” would offer towns that opt to create transit-oriented communities priority for certain state infrastructure funds.
The idea is to build denser, walkable communities with housing and businesses where people can easily access public transportation.
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