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- 3/12/25
- 03/12/2025
- 25 Minutes
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Overview: In an effort to promote residential development, the Boston Zoning Commission approved a text amendment changing residential uses from a conditional to an allowed status in the Bullfinch Triangle District. The amendment, supported by the planning department and championed by City Councilor Sharon Durkin, aims to streamline the development process, facilitating the conversion of underutilized buildings into housing units and aligning zoning regulations with the district’s evolving character.
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- Suffolk County
- 1/29/25
- 01/29/2025
- 105 Minutes
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Overview: The Boston Zoning Commission moved forward with the proposed Net Zero carbon zoning regulations designed to reduce the city’s carbon footprint by requiring new construction to meet emissions standards.
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- Suffolk County
- 11/20/24
- 11/20/2024
- 162 Minutes
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Overview: The Boston Zoning Commission held a comprehensive meeting, approving significant institutional master plans for Wentworth Institute of Technology and the Franciscan Children’s Hospital, while also addressing community apprehensions regarding the redevelopment of Boston Water and Sewer Commission parking lots in Roxbury. The session was marked by detailed presentations, public testimonies, and discussions on urban design, community engagement, and zoning amendments.
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- Suffolk County
- 5/8/24
- 05/09/2024
- 57 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent virtual public hearing, the Boston Zoning Commission tackled issues surrounding urban agriculture, specifically beekeeping, and the integration of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) into the city’s diverse neighborhoods. The most development from the meeting was the debate over a proposed ordinance that would allow beekeeping across all neighborhoods in Boston. The Commission also addressed the complexities of the current zoning code, which hinders the development of ADUs, and the need for streamlined regulations to facilitate housing production.
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- Suffolk County
- 4/17/24
- 04/17/2024
- 168 Minutes
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Overview: The Boston Zoning Commission recently convened to deliberate on changes to the city’s zoning code, a move that could reshape the future development landscape. The proposed zoning text amendments aim to modernize land use, create new mixed-use districts, and address issues like housing affordability, climate resiliency, and equitable development. Amidst robust public discourse, proponents of the amendments presented a vision for a simplified zoning process that aligns with contemporary building standards and urban planning objectives. Meanwhile, public comments revealed a dichotomy of views, with many expressing concerns over community engagement and potential displacement risks.
