Conservation Commission Public Hearing
The Conservation Commission will hold its next bi-weekly hearing on May 6, 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 May 1, 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 May 6, 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, May 6, 2026, at 3:30 p.m
Discussion Topics
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PUBLIC HEARING
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-21XX and BOS File No. 2026-0XX from Fort Point Associates, Inc., on behalf of Ocean Havens, LLC, for the proposed rehabilitation of a degraded section of concrete deck at the Charlestown Marina, 1 Pier 8, 13th Street, Charlestown, MA (LSCSF). *Continued from the April 22, 2026 hearing.
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-2019 and BOS File No. 2024-039 from Engineering Alliance, Inc., on behalf of the Commercial Wharf East Condominium Association for the proposed installation of a timber boardwalk and other structural improvements to extend the Harborwalk along the south side of Commercial Wharf East, North End, MA (LSCSF, 25ft Waterfront Area, 100ft Buffer to Coastal Bank).
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-2120 and BOS File No. 2026-020 from AECOM on behalf of the Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) for proposed pavement resurfacing and stormwater management improvements at Christian Herter Park, 525 Western Avenue (1175 Soldiers Field Road), Allston, MA (BLSF, 25ft Riverfront Area, 25ft Waterfront Area, 100ft Buffer to Inland Bank).
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-2121 and BOS File No. 2026-021 from AECOM on behalf of the Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) for the proposed concrete replacement, step repair, and ADA-compliant ramp installation surrounding the McKay Monument on Castle Island, South Boston, MA (LSCSF, 25ft Waterfront Area, 100ft Buffer to Coastal Bank).
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-21XX and BOS File No. 2026-0XX from Pare Corporation on behalf of the CCC Realty Trust for the proposed removal and replacement of a section of eroded riprap embankment at 30 - 50 Terminal Street, Charlestown, MA (25ft Riverfront Area, DPA, Coastal Bank, LSCSF, 25ft Waterfront Area).
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-21XX from Foth on behalf of the Massachusetts Port Authority for the proposed removal of existing pier infrastructure and the restoration of Coastal Beach within the footprint of the pier at 1257 & 1263 Saratoga Street, East Boston, MA (Coastal Beach, Coastal Bank, Land Containing Shellfish, LSCSF, 100ft Buffer to Coastal Beach, 100ft Buffer to Coastal Bank, 100ft Buffer to Salt Marsh).
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-21XX and BOS File No. 2026-0XX from Engineering Alliance, Inc., on behalf of Lydia Edwards for the proposed outdoor deck and stair reconstruction for a three story residence at 186 London Street, East Boston, MA (LSCSF).
Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation from Epsilon Associates, Inc., on behalf of Chestnut Hill Realty to confirm the limit and regulatory status of wetland resource areas at 201-259 Independence Drive, West Roxbury, MA.
Request for a Determination of Applicability from Arcadis U.S., Inc., on behalf of the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) for the replacement in-kind of degraded porous pavers within the parking area of the Neponset River Reservation at 138-140 Granite Avenue, Dorchester, MA.
Charlestown Marina Concrete Deck Repairs NOI
Christian Herter Park Stormwater Improvements NOI
McKay Monument Repairs and Maintenance NOI
Charlestown Commerce Center Bulkhead Erosion Repair NOI
Saratoga Street Shoreline Stabilization and Restoration NOI
DCR Neponset River Reservation Parking Lot Porous Pavers Replacement RDA
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REGULAR MEETING
Request for a Certificate of Compliance for BOS File No. 2024-008 from the City of Boston Environment Department for restoration activities within the Mattahunt Woods property located in multiple parcels off of Itasca Street and Canaan Street, Mattapan, MA (IVW, 100ft Buffer to IVW).
Request for a Certificate of Compliance for DEP File No. 006-1762 and BOS File No. 2021-003 from Coneco Engineers & Scientists on behalf of the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) for pool and parking lot renovations located at 75 & 95 Turtle Pond Parkway, Hyde Park, MA (Riverfront Area, Waterfront Area, 100ft Buffer to Inland Bank, 100ft Buffer to BVW, 100ft Buffer to IVW).
Request for a Certificate of Compliance for DEP File No. 006-1748 and BOS File No. 2020-031 from Pare Corporation on behalf of CCC Realty Trust for the rehabilitation of the steel sheet pile bulkhead located at 30 - 50 Terminal Street, Charlestown, MA (DPA, Coastal Bank, Coastal Beach, Riverfront Area, Waterfront Area, LSCSF, LUO, 100ft Buffer to Coastal Beach, 100ft Buffer to Coastal Bank).
Administrative Updates
Acceptance of Meeting Minutes from April 8, 2026 and April 22, 2026.
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, 26 Court Street, Floor 4, from 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday. Questions can be directed to cc@boston.gov or 617-635-3850.