Workforce Housing

Despite the decline in real estate prices, many moderate income Granite Staters still can’t afford a home, especially close to work. A new bill that just passed the legislature will make it easier for developers to get workforce housing projects approved, but some town planners worry the measure could tie their hands too tightly. We’ll look at workforce housing, how the bill may affect the real estate market and why some are worried.

Guests

• David Boutin, Republican state representative from Hooksett
• Kenn Ortmann, director of the Department of Planning and Development for the City of Rochester

We'll also hear from

• Dick Anagnost, chairman of the Workforce Opportunity Council and President and CEO of Anagnost Companies
• Robbie "Andrew" Robertson, Vice Chair of the Board of Selectmen in Deerfield.