Compromise on Zoning: A Missed Opportunity for Leadership
The Cambridge City Council's approach to multi-family zoning was rushed and lacked a well-defined process, according to a letter writer.
Leadership in this context means setting policy that serves all residents, grounded in facts, guided by long-term vision, and shaped by thoughtful urban design.
It does not mean choosing between the lesser of two flawed options and calling it compromise.
Nearly five years ago, the City Council initiated a process to examine single- and two-family zoning in Cambridge, intending to have a broad, unbiased discussion rooted in data and public engagement.
- The process was never completed.
- Rushed policymaking has since taken over.
The contrast between committee approaches highlights the problem, with one committee inviting voices calling for sweeping upzoning and another bringing in urban planners urging context-sensitive solutions.
Author's summary: Cambridge City Council's zoning approach lacked leadership and a well-defined process.
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