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- MA
- Suffolk County
- 7/8/25
- 07/08/2025
- 313 Minutes
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Overview: The Boston Zoning Board of Appeals convened to address a series of development proposals, with substantial community interest and input shaping the outcomes. The meeting, held virtually, saw the approval of several projects, including significant transformations in residential housing and commercial spaces. Key discussions centered around a Verizon infrastructure project, a new development in the Highland Park neighborhood, and a proposal in Roxbury, highlighting the ongoing balance between urban development and community needs.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 6/24/25
- 06/24/2025
- 197 Minutes
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Overview: The Boston Zoning Board of Appeals approved several development projects in its recent hearing, highlighting a balance between accommodating housing needs and addressing community concerns. Key among these approvals was a mixed-use project on the long-vacant site of a former gas station on Center Street, which stirred considerable debate over parking and neighborhood impact. The meeting also covered a controversial proposal for a new residential building with commercial space, ongoing concerns about a groundwater compliance violation on Beacon Street, and the approval of affordable housing projects, all reflecting the city’s evolving urban landscape.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 5/20/25
- 05/21/2025
- 301 Minutes
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Overview: The Boston Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on May 20, 2025, was marked by discussions over several development proposals, with the most contentious being the project on Magnolia Street. This proposal, which faced substantial opposition from local residents, involved constructing a multi-story building that critics argued would exceed zoning limits for height and unit density.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 5/6/25
- 05/06/2025
- 284 Minutes
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Overview: The Boston Zoning Board of Appeals’ recent meeting was dominated by discussions of the ongoing operation of a homeless shelter on South Huntington Avenue, run by Victory Programs, Inc. Despite significant opposition from local residents concerned about public safety and neighborhood disruptions, the Board approved the conditional use permit for the shelter, emphasizing the need for supportive housing and services for the city’s homeless population. Additionally, the meeting addressed various other development projects.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 4/29/25
- 04/29/2025
- 258 Minutes
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Overview: During the Boston Zoning Board of Appeals meeting, a proposal for a 70-unit residential development in South Boston became the focal point of discussions. The project, which notably omits dedicated parking spaces, sparked debate among board members and community representatives. The development, situated at 49 to 51 D Street, aligns with the city’s broader transit-oriented development goals and is designed to leverage existing public transportation infrastructure. However, the absence of on-site parking due to high water table challenges and cost considerations met with substantial opposition from community members and local civic organizations.
