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Worcester Trust Extends Six Housing Project Deadlines

Board voted 7-0 to extend conditional funding for six affordable housing projects through December 31, 2026.

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What happened

The board voted 7-0 to extend conditional Community Preservation Act commitments for six affordable housing projects through December 31, 2026. Three projects are expected to close before the deadline; three others depend on a state funding decision after January 7. The board heard a presentation on pet-inclusive housing policies but took no vote, with the topic to inform future funding criteria.

Key decisions

  • 🏢 Extend conditional CPA commitments for six projects. The board voted 7-0 to extend conditional Community Preservation Act commitments for six affordable housing projects to December 31, 2026, without changing underlying award amounts or terms. Three projects are expected to close before the deadline; the remaining three depend on a state funding decision due after January 7. (Vote 7-0; Next: Dec. 31). Read case details

Next dates

  • Nov. 17: Joint meeting with Community Preservation Committee
  • Dec. 31: CPA extension deadline for six projects

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