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This is the website for the City of Boston’s new Planning Department, which launched on July 1. The staff and many responsibilities of the Boston Planning & Development Agency have moved to the Planning Department of the City of Boston including planning & zoning, urban design, development review, and real estate divisions. Please excuse any misalignment you may see on our site as we transition to the City. Learn more

Welcome to Boston Stories and Numbers! This interactive website explores the stories and demographics of Boston's diverse residents. Boston Stories and Numbers is a collaboration between the Research Division, the Department of Arts and Culture's Boston Artists in Residence program, and audio documentarian Heloiza Barbosa.

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Boston Stories and Numbers explores the rich tapestry of Boston's communities through a fusion of audio storytelling and data analysis, delving into the diverse stories that define Boston.