Boston Landmarks Commission Hearing
The Boston Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing on August 26, 2025, at 4 p.m.
This hearing will only be held virtually and NOT in person. You can participate in this hearing by going to our online meeting or calling 301-715-8592 and entering meeting id #98692200856. You can also submit written comments or questions to blc@boston.gov.
Discussion Topics
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DESIGN REVIEW HEARING
APP # 26.0102 BLCFRANKLIN PARK, SHATTUCK TENNIS COURTSApplicant: Kyle ZickExpand the existing two court facility to five courts. In addition to the court expansion, the project includes improvements to surrounding site infrastructure. Pathways will be realigned and repaved, and additional picnic tables and seating areas will be introduced. Shaded structures are proposed to provide shelter over two picnic tables and two seating areas adjacent to the courts. The plan also includes the installation of lighting to support evening tennis play. Presentation LinkWITHDRAWN BY STAFF
APP # 26.0105 BLC
WILLIAM LLOYD GARRISON HOUSE,
17 HIGHLAND PARK STREET, ROXBURY
Applicant: Patricia Tower
Site restoration including restoration of grade at porch along with retaining walls and site stairs. Presentation Link
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ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
APP # 26.0138 BLC
JABEZ LEWIS FARMHOUSE
1060 CENTRE STREET, JAMAICA PLAIN
Install new asphalt roof, copper flashings, crickets and drip edges and copper gutter system and downspouts; repoint chimneys; replace deteriorated wood rafters and facias in-kind; and repaint front entry door to match existing color.
APP # 26.0101 BLC
LORING GREENOUGH HOUSE,
12 SOUTH STREET, JAMAICA PLAIN
Replace entrance signage.
APP # 26.0106 BLC
LORING GREENOUGH HOUSE,
12 SOUTH STREET, JAMAICA PLAIN
At interior, repaint flooring on the third floor.
APP # 26.0110 BLC
ST JAMES AFRICAN ORTHODOX CHURCH,
50 CEDAR STREET, ROXBURY
Exterior building envelope repairs.
- BUSINESS HEARING
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RATIFICATION OF MEETING MINUTES
Commission to vote on meeting minutes from August 12, 2025 meeting.
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DESIGN REVIEW RECAP AND VOTE
APP # 26.0102 BLCFRANKLIN PARK, SHATTUCK TENNIS COURTSReview Motion and VoteWITHDRAWN BY STAFF
APP # 26.0105 BLC
WILLIAM LLOYD GARRISON HOUSE,
17 HIGHLAND PARK STREET, ROXBURY
Review Motion and Vote
ADMINISTRATIVE APPROVAL ITEMS
Review Motion and Vote
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STAFF UPDATES
The next BLC meeting will be on September 9, 2025. Please use the BLC RSVP Tracking spreadsheet to communicate with staff if you will be able to attend.