Housing Plan 2026

Fitchburg Housing Plan 2026: Next Steps

The City of Fitchburg’s Housing Plan is moving through the review and approval process. The Fitchburg Housing Plan-Final Draft is available for review.

What the Housing Plan Is Intended to Do

The Housing Plan serves as a guiding document to help the City address current and future housing needs. The plan was developed in partnership with Redevelopment Resources, with input from residents, advisory committees, City staff, and community stakeholders.

  • Identify housing gaps and challenges across a range of housing types and income levels

  • Establish shared priorities for housing preservation, production, and affordability

  • Guide future City policies, programs, partnerships, and funding decisions

  • Support coordination with developers, service providers, and regional partners

  • Provide a framework for implementing housing strategies over the next several years

The Housing Plan does not approve specific developments or projects. Instead, it provides direction for how the City can make informed decisions and take action to support a diverse, stable, and sustainable housing supply.

Upcoming Meetings and Approval Timeline

  • Now – February 20, 2026: Submit written feedback

  • March 2, 2026: Housing Advisory Committee (HAC) — Housing Plan discussion
    (Livestreamed via FACTv) Approved

  • March 26, 2026 | 7:00 a.m.: Community and Economic Development Authority (CEDA) — Housing Plan up for approval
    (Livestreamed via FACTv)

  • April 14, 2026 | 5:30 p.m.: Finance Committee and Common Council — Final consideration (if approved by CEDA)
    (Livestreamed via FACTv)