Conservation Commission Public Hearing
The Conservation Commission will hold its next bi-weekly hearing on January 14, 2026, at 6 p.m.
ATTENTION: This meeting will be held virtually and not in person. You can participate in the meeting by going to our online meeting or calling 929-205-6099 and entering Meeting ID 868 0172 3247 #. Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please contact us at cc@boston.gov, LCA@boston.gov, or 617-635-3850 by January 9, 2026.
In accordance with the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, M.G.L. Chapter 131, Section 40, and the Boston Wetlands Ordinance, Boston City Code, Ordinances, Chapter 7-1.4, the Boston Conservation Commission will hold a virtual public hearing at 6 p.m. on January 14, 2026 to review the following projects to determine what conditions, if any, the Commission will impose to protect the interests of the public and private water supply, ground water, prevention of pollution, flood control, prevention of storm damage, protection of fisheries and land containing shellfish, and protection of wildlife habitat.
Any matter posted as a public hearing may be deliberated upon at a subsequent meeting.
Members of the public may share public comments during the hearing. The Conservation Commission will also accept written testimony for agenda items via email at cc@boston.gov prior to the hearing. Written testimony should be submitted by Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 3:30 p.m.
Discussion Topics
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PUBLIC HEARING
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-2087 and BOS File No. 2025-043 from Lucas Environmental, LLC, on behalf of Melissa Rosales for the proposed construction of a multi-family residential building with three (3) units, parking, stormwater improvements, and landscaping at 8 Knight Street, Hyde Park, MA (100ft Buffer to BVW, 100ft Buffer to Inland Bank).
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-2091 from Foth Infrastructure & Environment, LLC, on behalf of the Massachusetts Port Authority for the proposed dredging of sediment at berths 10, 11, and 12 to restore navigation and berthing capabilities for large container vessels at Conley Container Terminal, 800-900 E First Street, South Boston, MA (LUO, DPA).
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-20XX and BOS File No. 2026-0XX from HDR Engineering Inc. on behalf of the City of Boston Planning Department for the proposed realignment of the curb line along Fid Kennedy Avenue, South Boston Waterfront, MA (LSCSF, 100ft Buffer to Coastal Bank, 25ft Waterfront Area, DPA).
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-2089 and BOS File No. 2025-045 from AECOM on behalf of the Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) for the proposed repairs, maintenance, and improvements of existing features throughout Castle Island and William J Day Boulevard, South Boston, MA (LSCSF, 25ft Waterfront Area, 100ft Buffer to Coastal Bank, 100ft Buffer to Coastal Beach, 100ft Buffer to Rocky Intertidal Shores).
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-20XX and BOS File No. 2026-0XX from Law Office of Richard C. Lynds on behalf of 913 Saratoga Street LLC for the proposed construction of a three (3) unit residential building at 913 Saratoga Street, East Boston, MA (LSCSF).
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-20XX and BOS File No. 2026-0XX from Law Office of Richard C. Lynds on behalf of 913 Saratoga Street LLC for the proposed construction of a three (3) unit residential building at 915 Saratoga Street, East Boston, MA (LSCSF).
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-2092 and BOS File No. 2026-001 from LEC Environmental Consultants, Inc. on behalf of the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) for proposed improvements to a portion of the Neponset River Greenway, including installation of a concrete seating area and installation of native plantings located in Dorchester, MA (25ft Riverfront Area, LSCSF, 100ft Salt Marsh Area, 100ft Buffer to Bank, 25ft Waterfront Area, ACEC).
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-2093 and BOS File No. 2026-002 from Fort Point Associates, Inc., on behalf of the MP Properties V, LLC c/o Marcus Partners, to perform a geotechnical analysis and evaluation of subsurface materials by conducting up to eleven (11) test borings and six (6) vibracore samples at 3 Dolphin Way, South Boston Waterfront, MA (25ft Waterfront Area, DPA, LUO, Fish Runs, LSCSF, 100ft Buffer to Coastal Bank).
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-XXXX from VHB on behalf of the Massachusetts Port Authority for the proposed column repairs and architectural finishes, roof and facade repairs, and installation of a hold room and interior security wall at Flynn Cruiseport, 1 Black Falcon Avenue, South Boston Waterfront, MA (LSCSF, 100ft Buffer to Coastal Bank).
Request for an Amendment to the original Order of Conditions for DEP File No. 006-1979 and BOS File No. 2024-003 from Weston & Sampson Engineers on behalf of Boston Parks & Recreation Department for the proposed playground improvements and the construction of a vegetated earthen berm, public gathering spaces, and riverwalk improvements located at 75 Alford Street, Charlestown, MA (LSCSF, Coastal Bank, Waterfront, Riverfront, 100 ft Buffer to Coastal Beach, 100 ft Buffer to Coastal Bank). *Continued from the November 5, 2025 hearing.
Request for an Amendment to the original Order of Conditions for DEP File No. 006-2051 from Fort Point Associates on behalf of the Boston Harbor Shipyard & Marina for the proposed construction of two (2) pile-supported travel lift piers, the reinforcement of the existing seawall with a steel sheet pile, and the construction of an associated gangway, timber dock, and washdown station at 256 Marginal Street, East Boston, MA (DPA, Coastal Bank, Fish Runs, LSCSF, LUO, 100 ft Buffer to Coastal Bank).
Continued; Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-1996 and Boston File No. 2024-021 from Epsilon Associates, Inc., on behalf of the Boston Water and Sewer Commission (BWSC) for the proposed construction of the North Allston Storm Drain Extension Project to improve the BWSC stormwater management system at ~500 Soldiers Field Road, Allston, MA (LUW, Inland Bank, 100ft Buffer to Inland Bank, 25ft Waterfront, 25ft Riverfront). *Continued from the July 10, 2024 hearing.
Continued; Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-2042 and BOS File No. 2025-014 from BETA Group, Inc., on behalf of the Department of Conservation and Recreation for the proposed construction of walkways, construction of concrete pads for a potable water station and kiosk, renovations to the existing irrigation system, and the installation of a chain link fence and a potable water line at Paul Revere Park, North Washington Street, Charlestown, MA (LSCSF, 100ft Buffer to Bank).
Massport Conley Terminal Maintenance Dredging NOI
Fid Kennedy Avenue Re-alignment NOI
Castle Island Repairs and Maintenance NOI
DCR Neponset River Greenway Improvements NOI
3 Dolphin Way Geological Investigations, Parcel M NOI
Flynn Cruiseport Modernization NOI
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REGULAR MEETING
Request for a Certificate of Compliance for DEP File No. 006-1644 for culvert and sinkhole repairs located at Pier 4, Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown, MA (LSCSF, LUO, Land Containing Shellfish).
Request for a Certificate of Compliance for DEP File No. 006-1936 and Boston File No. 2023-021 from Weston & Sampson on behalf of the Boston Public Works Department for the proposed rehabilitation of the Glenwood Avenue Pedestrian Bridge that crosses the Neponset River and the MBTA right-of-way, located at Glenwood Ave, Hyde Park, MA (Riverfront Area, Waterfront Area, 100ft Buffer Zone to Inland Bank).
Request for a Certificate of Compliance for DEP File No. 006-1542 from EcoTec, Inc. on behalf of Holyhood Cemetery Association for the proposed partial building demolition and construction of a new storage building located at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, 1000 Lagrange Street, West Roxbury, MA (BLSF, Riverfront).
Administrative Updates
Acceptance of Meeting Minutes from December 10, 2025.
The Commission will hold a public meeting immediately following the last hearing or as appropriate following any hearing. Plans and filings with the Commission may be requested via email from cc@boston.gov or viewed by appointment only at the Environment Department, Boston City Hall, Room 709, from 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday. Questions can be directed to cc@boston.gov or 617-635-3850.