The state has told them they HAVE to start increasing zoning density around the light rail stations but they've been slow to do even that. The areas east of Beacon Hill are ideal for upzoning but even years after the light rail's installation it remains mostly single family or small apartments. What new building has happened is mostly condos, which only further drive up housing costs.
Yes, Amazon started up a shuttle as well.
The state has told them they HAVE to start increasing zoning density around the light rail stations but they've been slow to do even that. The areas east of Beacon Hill are ideal for upzoning but even years after the light rail's installation it remains mostly single family or small apartments. What new building has happened is mostly condos, which only further drive up housing costs.