Boston Inclusionary Development Policy

The Boston Inclusionary Development Policy (IDP) is a guideline aimed at ensuring affordable housing within new residential developments. When developers create large projects, they are required to set aside a portion of the units as affordable housing for low- and moderate-income residents. This helps create diverse, inclusive communities by providing opportunities for people of different income levels to live in the city. The policy also allows developers to pay into a fund that supports affordable housing elsewhere if they cannot meet the on-site requirements. Overall, the IDP aims to address the challenges of housing affordability in Boston.