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Zoning Board of Appeal Hearing

The October 6, 2026, hearing will be held virtually via video teleconference and telephone via the Zoom Webinar event platform.

Please be advised of the following appeals to be heard on October 6, 2026, beginning at 9:30 a.m. and related announcements. All matters listed on this October 6, 2026, hearing agenda have been noticed in accordance with the enabling act. please be advised of the following participation instructions:

The October 6, 2026, hearing will be held virtually via video teleconference and telephone via the Zoom webinar event platform. Interested persons can participate in the hearing REMOTELY by going to our online meeting. You may also participate by phone by calling into the Zoom Webinar at 1-646-828-7666 and entering the Webinar ID: 160 422 3767 followed by # when prompted.

If you wish to offer testimony on an appeal, please sign up online. Please provide your name, address, the address and/or BOA number of the appeal on which you wish to speak, and if you wish to speak in support of or opposition to the project.

For individuals who need translation assistance, please notify the Board at least 48 HOURS in advance either by signing up online, calling 617-635-4775, or emailing zba.ambassador@boston.gov.

The ZBA Ambassador will be available within the Zoom Webinar Event from 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. to answer questions about ZBA procedures and offer instructions on how to participate in the hearing via Zoom. Questions and/or concerns can also be emailed to the ZBA Ambassador at zba.ambassador@boston.gov.

If you wish to offer comment within the meeting platform, please use the “Raise Hand” function that should appear on the bottom of your screen, if connected by computer or device, or dial *9, if connected by phone. On a computer or device, you will receive a request to unmute yourself from the event host. You must select yes before you can speak. On a phone, you will hear a prompt that the event host is asking you to unmute yourself. You must press *6 to unmute yourself before you can speak. Commenters will be asked to state their name, address and comment. Comments will be limited as time requires.

If you wish to offer testimony on an appeal, please log in to the hearing no later than 8:30am to ensure your connection is properly functioning.

The hearing can also be viewed via livestream on the City’s website. Closed captioning is available.

Interested persons who are unable to participate in the hearing remotely may make an appointment to offer testimony. Please notify the Board at least 48 HOURS in advance either by calling 617-635-4775 or emailing isdboardofappeal@boston.gov for accommodations to be made.

Members of the community are strongly encouraged to help facilitate the virtual hearing process by emailing letters in support of or opposition to an appeal to zbapublicinput@boston.gov in lieu of offering testimony online. It is strongly encouraged that written comments be submitted to the board at least 48 hours prior to the hearing. when doing so, please include in the subject line, the BOA number, the address of the proposed project, and the date of the hearing.

The public can offer testimony.

Discussion Topics

  1. APPROVAL OF HEARING MINUTES: 9:30AM

    September 17, 2026 & September 22, 2026

  2. EXTENSIONS: 9:30AM

    Case: BOA- 773858 Address: 6 Evelyn Street Ward 14 Applicant: Michael P Ross, Esq

    Case: BOA-1322135 Address: 25 Hendry Street Ward 15 Applicant: Matt Mueller, AIA, CPHC

    Case: BOA-1605743 Address: 25 West Howell Street Ward 7 Applicant: Ryan Spitz, Esq

    Case: BOA-1622321 Address: 751-757 Dudley Street Ward 13 Applicant: Joseph Feaster, Jr, Esq

    Case: BOA-1140239 Address: 50 Rogers Street Ward 7 Applicant: Nicholas Zozula, Esq

  3. BOARD FINAL ARBITER: 9:30 AM

    Case: BOA-1044720 Address: 3326-3328 Washington Street Ward 11 Applicant: Jeffrey Drago, Esq

    Case: BOA-1545096 Address: 80 Shawsheen Road Ward 1 Applicant: Jeffrey Drago, Esq

    Case: BOA-1545111 Address: 82 Shawsheen Road Ward 1 Applicant: Jeffrey Drago, Esq

  4. HEARINGS: 9:30AM

    Case: BOA-1895717 Address: 239-245 Causeway Street Ward 3 Applicant: Jackelin Jimenez Article(s) Art. 08 Sec.07 Use: Conditional Purpose : Remove proviso for takeout granted to this petitioner only # BOA140085

    Case: BOA-1873436 Address: 125 Newbury Street Ward 5 Applicant: UMNV 125 Newbury LLC Article(s) Art. 08 Sec.07 Use: Conditional Art. 09 Sec. 01 Extension of Non Conforming Use Art. 08 Sec.07 Use: Conditional Restaurant use 36A and #37. Remove Proviso for this petitioner only Purpose : Seasonal outdoor seating with 16 seats on existing patio for restaurant/cafe. REMOVE THE PROVISO FOR THIS PETITIONER ONLY FROM THE AUGUST 28, 2018, BOARD OF APPEALS DECISION U49831189

    Case: BOA- 187 3434 Address: 125 Newbury Street Ward 5 Applicant: UMNV 125 Newbury LLC Article(s) Art. 08 Sec.07 Use: ConditionalRestaurant use #36A Remove proviso for this petitioner only. Art. 08 Sec.07 Use: Conditional Restaurant use #37 Remove proviso for this petitioner only Art. 08 Sec.07Use: Conditional Purpose : For new restaurant/cafe with take out (Use Items 37 and 36A), remove the proviso "for this petitioner only" from the August 28, 2018 Board of Appeal decision BOA841385.

    Case: BOA-1865063 Address: 90-94 Revere Street Ward 5 Applicant: 90 Revere Street LLC Article(s) Art. 13 Sec. 13 1 Dimensional RegulationsExcessive f.a.r. Article 20 Section 4Rear Yards in H Districts Insufficient rear yard setback 30' req. Purpose : Revisions to the previously permitted design include the addition of a roof deck, ground floor and entry layout revisions as shown on the attached drawings.

    Case: BOA-1714931 Address: 31 Millmont Street Ward 9 Applicant: Ethan Dow Article(s) Article 50, Section 44 Application of Dimensional ReqConsider relief for a pergola within 4ft of the lot line. Purpose : 7.25' x 13.5' pergola in backyard that is 8' tall. Made of hardwood with open slatted roof.

    Case: BOA- 1846937 Address: 5 Lawn Street Ward 10 Applicant: Eileen Rosa Article(s) Article 59, Section 8 Floor Area Ratio Excessive Requesting relief for excessive floor area ratio Purpose : Add addition and deck per attached drawing

    Case: BOA-1895407 Address: 269 East Cottage Street Ward 13 Applicant: 269 East Cottage LLC Article(s) Art. 65 Sec. 08 Forbidden Hotel Use Art. 65 Sec. 08 Forbidden Restaurant Use Art. 65 Sec. 41 Off street parking requirements Insufficient Parking Art. 65 Sec. 9 Residential Dimensional Reg.s Insufficient side yard setback Article 65, Sec 65-41 Off-Street Loading Req. None proposed Article 65, Section 9 Dimensional Regulations Excessive f.a.r. Article 65, Section 9 Dimensional Regulations Max allowed height exceeded Article 65, Section 9 Dimensional Regulations Max allowed # of stories has been exceeded Purpose : Construct a 6 Story Hotel Commercial mixed use blg of 40,923 SqFt. 42 Hotel& Extended Stay suites w/ kitchenettes. 1stFl-Gym/Fitness and Comm use, and Restaurant. top floor restaurant for dining and patron service. 2 onsite parking. New building connecting to 951-959 Dot Ave on ground floor

    Case: BOA-1894474 Address: 722 Truman Highway Ward 18 Applicant: 722 Truman Realty, LLC Article(s) Art. 69 Sec. 29 Off St.Prk'g/Load'g Article 69, Section 9 Floor Area Ratio Excessive Article 69, Section 9 Bldg Height Excessive (Stories) Article 69, Section 9 Usable Open Space Insufficient Article 69, Section 9 Front Yard Insufficient Article 69, Section 9 Side Yard Insufficient Article 69, Section 9 Rear Yard Insufficient Article 69 Section 8 Use Regulations in Res District Purpose : Raze existing dwelling and erect a six (6) unit residential dwelling with six (6) parking spaces. 

    Case: BOA- 1871370 Address: 4012 Washington Street Ward 19 Applicant: Andreas Hwang Article(s) Art. 67 Sec. 11 Use Regulations The use is condition and needs relief from the BOA for the said violation Purpose : Vertical and rear addition on existing 6-family residential building adding 7 additional residential dwelling units. Install fire protection (sprinkler system) and fire alarm. Install elevator. New occupancy: 13 residential apartments. S2 zone in Squares and Streets – Roslindale (Article 26).

  5. RE-DISCUSSION: 9:30AM

    Case: BOA- 1862710 Address: 196 Maverick Street Ward 1 Applicant: Michael Stuchins Article(s): Art. 53 Sec.25 Roof Structure RestrictionsNew story changed the profile.Article 53 Section 5.3 EB Neighborhood Residential Front yard is insufficient Dimensional Regulations Article 53 Section 5.3 EB Neighborhood Residential Side yard is insufficient Dimensional Regulations Article 53 Section 28 Table L EB Neighborhood Off Street Off street parking is insufficient. One space is required Parking Regulations per dwelling unit. Art. 32 Sec. 04 GCOD Applicability Purpose: Change of occupancy from a 3 unit to a 7 unit residential building, by way of interior renovations, including a rear addition and vertical expansion (new 4th story), the building will be fully sprinkled at 196 Maverick St, East Boston, MA, 02128.

    Case: BOA-1827083 Address: 350 Athens Street Ward 6 Applicant: Luke Fallon Articles Art 68 Sec 29 Roof Structure Restrictions Max allowed height on parcel has been exceeded Art 68 Sec 8 app in res sub distInsufficient additional lot area per unit Art 68 Sec 8 app in res sub dist Excessive f.a.r. Art 68 Sec 8 app in res sub dist Max allowed height in the subdistrict has been exceeded Art 68 Sec 8 app in res sub dist Insufficient usable open space per unit Art 68 Sec 8 app in res sub distInsufficient front yard setback Art 68 Sec 8 app in res sub dist Insufficient rear yard setback Art 68 Sec 8 app in res sub dist Insufficient Side yard setback Art. 68 Sec. 33 Off Street parking Req. Insufficient parking Art. 68 Sec. 33 Off Street parking Req. 5. Design and clear maneuvering areas (tandem) Purpose: A new construction, six (6) unit residential condominium building w/elevator, including: • Residential lobby • Bicycle parking and mechanical space • Ground floor parking garage for six (6) vehicles • Dedicated private outdoor deck space for each condominium unit

    Case: BOA-1857936 Address: 151 Lenox Street Ward 9 Applicant: Tenant Development Corporation - ARTICLE 80 Article(s): Art. 50, Section 43 Off Street Loading Insufficient Art. 50, Section 43 Off Street Parking Insufficient Article 32, Section 4. GCOD, Applicability Article 50, Section 29 Add'l Lot Area Insufficient Article 50, Section 29 Floor Area Ratio Excessive Article 50, Section 29 Bldg Height Excessive (Stories) Article 50, Section 29 Bldg Height Excessive (Feet) Article 50, Section 29 Usable Open Space Insufficient Article 50, Section 29 Front Yard Insufficient Article 50, Section 29 Side Yard Insufficient Article 50, Section 29 Rear Yard Insufficient Article 50, Section 41 Screening and Buffering Req None provided. Article 50, Section 44.3Traffic Visibility Across Corner Purpose: Erect a new 7 story Multifamily Dwelling for 38 units on vacant land. Building is approximately 30,715 gross square foot building to contain 38 units of affordable senior housing. The residential program includes 6 studios and 32 one bedrooms. Building features bike storage and some amenity spaces. SPR, CFROD

    Case: BOA-1836310 Address: 44 Granger Street Ward 15 Applicant: Jen Lam Article(s) Art. 09 Sec. 02 Nonconforming Use Change Article 65, Section 9 Lot Area Insufficient Article 65, Section 9 Lot Width Insufficient Article 65, Section 9 Lot Frontage Insufficient Article 65, Section 9 Floor Area Ratio Excessive Article 65, Section 9 Bldg Height Excessive (Stories) Article 65, Section 9 Side Yard Insufficient Purpose : Erect new three family house! 

    Case: BOA- 1749423 Address: 26 Burt Street Ward 17 Applicant: David Allen Article (s): 65, Section 41Off Street Parking Regulations Insufficient parking Art. 65 Sec. 08 Forbidden8 unit dwelling forbidden in a 1 family subdistrict Art. 65 Sec. 9Residential Dimensional Reg.s Insufficient lot size Article 65, Section 9 Dimensional Regulations Excessive f.a.r Article 65, Section 9 Dimensional Regulations Number of allowed stories has been exceeded Art. 65 Sec. 9 Residential Dimensional Reg.s Insufficient front yard setback Art. 65 Sec. 9Residential Dimensional Reg.s Insufficient side yard setback Article 65, Section 9 Dimensional Regulations Insufficient rear yard setback Article 65, Section 41 Off Street Parking Regulations Design: Space size and clear maneuvering areas Purpose: To build a three level eight unit apartment with eight parking spaces at the rear of the building. Nominal fee *This application has been filed in conjuntion with application # ALT1684492 to combine 26 and 30 Burt street into one 6918sf lot existing struture to be razed on a separately filed and issued demolition permit application. **Application re/assigned to FD by PZ Department Head PW on 6/14/25

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