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Massachusetts will update building codes in 2023, where cities and towns looking to be classified as Green Communities would require new developments to use above-average measures and materials to reduce their carbon footprint, such as relying strictly on electricity for heating and cooling. These are called stretch codes.

Should Central Massachusetts cities and towns require developers to construct new buildings to high eco-friendly standards?
Yes, to the highest standards possible, regardless of cost (15%, 21 VOTES)
Yes, but not so strict as to damage the economic viability of any project (48%, 67 VOTES)
No, achieving the highest standards should be voluntary (27%, 38 VOTES)
No, building codes shouldn't consider eco-friendliness. (11%, 15 VOTES)
Poll Description

Massachusetts will update building codes in 2023, where cities and towns looking to be classified as Green Communities would require new developments to use above-average measures and materials to reduce their carbon footprint, such as relying strictly on electricity for heating and cooling. These are called stretch codes.

  • 141 Votes
  • 2 Comments
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2 Comments

  • January 9, 2023

    With inflation raging, and housing unaffordable for most people, shouldn't we be looking at ways to reduce burdens on developers?

  • January 9, 2023

    So for higher standards: 52%, against 48%.