Policy Development and Research (PDR) supports DND with program development assistance, research and policy analysis, mapping and data services, as well as grant-writing and technical assistance on regulatory and compliance matters. PDR staff also oversee the citizen participation process for the City of Boston's annual formula grant allocations from HUD and prepare the required four-year Consolidated Plan and one-year Action Plans.

Real Estate Trends
Real Estate Trends is a recurring report on residential sales, foreclosures, and rents in Boston neighborhoods. 
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Commercial TRENDS
Commercial Trends Boston (CTB) is a newsletter focusing on the purchase and lease of commercial real estate in Boston's neighborhoods. CTB is not currently being produced.
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Close-Up TRENDS
Close-Up TRENDS are reports that focus are specific themes, include HIV/AIDS Housing, Lead Safety, Condominiums, and Three-Decker Housing.
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Abandoned Buildings Information
Surveys and reports on abandoned buildings in Boston
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Leading the Way
Boston's Housing Strategy
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Neighborhood Profiles
Demographic quick facts and real estate trends about Boston's 15 planning neighborhoods.  
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Consolidated Action Plan
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Boston: It's All Right Here Campaign
Boston: It's All Right Here aims to encourage residents of our city's neighborhoods to explore their neighborhoods and to utilize all of the available amenities.
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DND Annual Report 
A Summary of the activities of the Department of Neighborhood Development
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DND Consumer Services Guide 
If you are a first-time homebuyer, an existing homeowner, or a small business or nonprofit, this guide is for you. It will help you find the answers to your questions about the kinds of programs DND has to offer.
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