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Zoning Commission Hearing

Aug 13, 2025

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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  • Contact Name:

    Jeffrey Hampton

  • Contact Email Address:

    [email protected]

  • Type:

    Zoning Commission

  • Location:

    Virtual Meeting

  • Contact Phone:

    617.918.4308

Description:

Register for Zoom: bosplans.org/BZCAug1325

The Boston Zoning Commission typically meets on the first Wednesday (and third, when applicable) of each month to rule on proposed amendments to the Boston Zoning Code. The Commission also votes on Institutional Master Plans and Planned Development Areas in accordance with Article 80. Anyone may petition the Zoning Commission to adopt a zoning change. Following community engagement, Planning Department staff bring zoning change recommendations to the BPDA Board of Directors for approval and then petition the Zoning Commission. Once the Zoning Commission adopts a zoning amendment, it is sent to the Mayor for approval and then is codified in the Zoning Code.

Zoning Commission hearings are conducted virtually through Zoom. The public can participate in hearings by registering for and attending Zoom meetings and verbally offering public comment. The public can also send written comments by email to [email protected] or by post to 1 City Hall Square, 9th Floor, Boston, MA 02201

Agenda 
 

9:00 AM Text Amendment Application Nos. 533-536 Article 80 Modernization and Corresponding Amendments to the Boston Zoning Code Citywide

Said amendments would amend the Boston Zoning Code (the “Code”) with respect to modernizing Article 80, Development Review and Approval, by:  updating Boston Civic Design Commission (“BCDC”) thresholds and procedures; modernize communication methods; support conversions, sustainability upgrades, and reinvestment in existing buildings; harmonize the Code with existing process; improve citywide coordination and; remove contradictions and improve usability.