Centerboard said the housing is expected to be completed within four months, offering immediate relief to needy families.

Officials estimated that 1,300 temporary housing units will be built, 3,800 units in private-sector apartments and similar facilities will be rented by local governments, and 8,800 public housing ...

A Lynn-based nonprofit plans to develop a temporary housing project at 1 Holyoke St. with 39 micro units for unhoused families with children.