2026 Inaugural Homeowner Summit

The City of Worcester is launching its inaugural Homeowner Summit, a one-day educational event for current Worcester homeowners and those looking to purchase a home in the city, on Nov. 7, 2026.

The 2026 Homeowner Summit event will feature keynote speakers, breakout sessions that provide valuable information to current Worcester homeowners including addressing many housing related questions, and a chance to connect with other City of Worcester departments and local housing resource organizations.

First-time homebuyers and those looking to purchase a home in the city will find a wealth of resources from where to start your purchase planning process to learning about various local and state resources including down payment assistance help.

Opening Session: 9 - 9:45 a.m.

• Junior Ballroom - Welcome Remarks: State Representative David LeBoeuf, City Councilor Tony Economou, City Manager Eric D. Batista.

Session 1: 10 - 10:45 a.m.

• Junior Ballroom - Permitting ADUs - How to Get Started with an Accessory Dwelling Unit in Worcester
• Meeting Room C - Homeownership 101: From Homebuyer to Homeowner
• Meeting Room D - DPW Services
• Meeting Room E - Health Homes, Healthy Communities: Owner's Guide for Environmental Health

Session 2: 11 - 11:45 a.m.

• Junior Ballroom - Meet the Inspectional Services Department
• Meeting Room C - 1st Time Homebuyer Education
• Meeting Room D - Recording Deeds 101
• Meeting Room E - City of Worcester Housing Grant Programs

Session 3: 12 - 12:45 p.m.

• Junior Ballroom - Energy Efficiency Simplified: Rebates and Resources for Worcester Homeowners
• Meeting Room C - MassHousing 1st Time Home Buyer Programs with Down Payment Assistance
• Meeting Room D - Working with the Historical Commission and Funding Opportunities through the Community Preservation Act
• Meeting Room E - Wetlands & Floodplains: What Homeowners Need to Know

Register for Free Administration to the Event