{"type":"video","version":"1.0","html":"<iframe src=\"https://www.loom.com/embed/e1d449612be1429e9924c83ddc04e3bd\" frameborder=\"0\" width=\"1728\" height=\"1296\" webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen allowfullscreen></iframe>","height":1296,"width":1728,"provider_name":"Loom","provider_url":"https://www.loom.com","thumbnail_height":1296,"thumbnail_width":1728,"thumbnail_url":"https://cdn.loom.com/sessions/thumbnails/e1d449612be1429e9924c83ddc04e3bd-630ce6d62b45a116.gif","duration":1444.557,"title":"Housing Needs Assessment and Future Planning for Wuburn","description":"In this video, I provide an overview of our housing needs analysis for Woburn, highlighting key findings such as the demographic shifts, urgent affordability challenges, and a mismatch between the types of homes available and the needs of residents. With nearly 60% of households consisting of one or two people, we see a significant gap in housing options, as about 55% of existing homes have three or more bedrooms. Additionally, Woburn's rental vacancy rate is just under 3.5%, well below the healthy rate of 6%, which contributes to rising prices. I encourage you to read the full report for a deeper understanding and to consider how we can shape local housing policy to better meet the needs of our community. Your insights and feedback will be invaluable as we prepare for the upcoming planning board meeting."}