About the CPA

The CPA allows communities to create a local Community Preservation Fund to raise money through a surcharge of up to 3% of the real estate tax levy on real property for open space protection, historic preservation and the provision of affordable housing. The act also created a state matching fund to supplement local revenues collected. Community Preservation Coalition 'About the CPA' page

CPC News

Public Comment Session on CPA Applications

The public comment session on this round's project applications will be held during the CPC's April 4 meeting. This is the time when the public is encouraged to provide input on how CPA funds should be spent. The meeting will be held at 7:00 PM, in Council Chambers.
Round 1 2012 Project Applications

CPC 5 Year Report to City Council

Click here to view the 5 Year Report to City Council. This report was presented to council on September 15, 2011. CPC 5 Year Report to City Council

CPC Funded Projects

Please click the below link to view an interactive map of all projects funded through the Northampton CPA. The map contains links to more information about each project.
CPC Project Map

Exemptions to CPA Surcharge

Northampton provides exemptions to the CPA surcharge for:
the first $100,000 of assessed value; and
for low income individuals and moderate income seniors

Find out more about these exemptions: