Boston Sees Development with New Multifamily and Cultural Projects
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Meeting Type:
Economic Development Board
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Meeting Date:
05/09/2024
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Recording Published:
05/09/2024
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Duration:
20 Minutes
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State:
Massachusetts
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County:
Suffolk County
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Towns:
Boston
- Meeting Overview:
In a recent meeting of the Boston Public Improvement Commission, developments were discussed that promise to reshape parts of the city with multifamily housing, commercial space, and cultural enhancements. Among the key items, two projects stood out: the demolition and redevelopment of a site in Roxbury into a mixed-use building with residential units and a bakery, and the construction of a 22-story multifamily building with condo units and retail space in Boston’s theater and cultural district.
The Roxbury project, presented by Madison Blanchard of Howard S. Hudson, will transform the existing one-story commercial building on Dudley Street into a five-story structure featuring commercial space and 24 residential units. The specific repairs for this project include sidewalk reconstruction and the closure of two driveway curb cuts to improve pedestrian access and safety.
Meanwhile, the multifamily building on LaGrange Street, managed by SPG LaGrange Owner One LLC, will not only provide housing and retail opportunities but also improve the pedestrian experience with new easements and specific repairs. The project, which began back in 2017 and was constructed through 2022, includes a raised intersection to ensure a seamless walkway for pedestrians.
In addition to these developments, the commission also reviewed a petition by the Holocaust Legacy Foundation related to the construction of a new Holocaust memorial. Addressed on Tremont Street, the proposal involves specific repairs to create a safe and accessible environment around the memorial, including the installation of bollards and a groundwater recharge structure, and the consideration of pedestrian and traffic flow.
Michelle Wu
Economic Development Board Officials:
Jascha Franklin-Hodge, Henry Vitale, Sean Lydon, Kristen McCosh, Nicholas Gove, Eamon Shelton
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Meeting Type:
Economic Development Board
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Meeting Date:
05/09/2024
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Recording Published:
05/09/2024
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Duration:
20 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Massachusetts
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County:
Suffolk County
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Towns:
Boston
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