Back Bay Architectural Commission

VIO.26.1074 251 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE:

Violation: Unapproved alteration to rooftop balustrade. CONTINUED FROM 7/8/2026 HEARING

VIO.26.1079 274 MARLBOROUGH STREET:

Violation: Unapproved masonry work at front garden end entry. CONTINUED FROM 7/8/2026 HEARING

VIO.26.1015 416 MARLBOROUGH STREET:

Violation: Unapproved lattice wood enclosure and mechanical equipment at Marlborough Street.  CONTINUED FROM 6-10-2026 HEARING

Ratification of 6/10/2026 & 7/8/2026 Public Hearing Minutes

APP # 27.0066 BB 226 BEACON STREET: 

Proposed Work: At rear elevation replace two existing windows with an oriel window.

APP # 27.0060 BB 348 MARLBOROUGH STREET: 

Proposed Work: At rear patio install air-conditioning condenser.

APP # 27.0061 BB 176 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE: 

Proposed Work: At roof install deck and access stair.

APP # 27.0060 BB 299 BEACON STREET: 

Proposed Work: Replace existing windows with historically appropriate wood windows; at front facade install new egress windows and window wells for the garden-level unit, and replace door hardware and lighting at entry; at roof install new cast-stone chimney caps, replace existing skylight, rubber membrane roof, slate, copper gutters, snow guards and trim in-kind, replace painted metal rails with 42" tall guardrail at the roof decks, and install new roof hatch.

APP # 27.0046 BB 15 ARLINGTON STREET: At roof install exhaust vent.

APP # 27.0071 BB 144 BEACON STREET: At front garden replace plantings and replace existing brick pavers with brick pavers set in a herring bone pattern.

APP # 27.0052 BB 169 BEACON STREET: At rear elevation replace two first story one-over-one wood windows in-kind.

APP # 27.0063 BB 250 BEACON STREET: Facade restoration including repointing and repairing masonry, repair of terra cotta elements, restoration of metalwork, and removal of unused utilities.

APP # 27.0078 BB 309 BEACON STREET: At front facade repair entry steps.

APP # 27.0067 BB 330 BEACON STREET: Replace the original steel windows and terrace doors throughout 330 Beacon Street with new historically compatible units matching the existing configurations, profiles, dimensions, sightlines, operation, color, and exterior appearance. 

APP # 27.0082 BB 417 BEACON STREET: At front facade repoint and repair masonry, and recaulk windows.

APP # 27.0005 BB 274 CLARENDON STREET: At roof rebuild chimney.

APP # 27.0064 BB 2 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE: Replace existing aluminum clad 1980's windows / doors in kind. All windows / doors located at penthouse 1 & 2 on 16th, 17th & 18th floors. All sizes and configurations to remain as existing.

APP # 27.0020 BB 65 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE: At front facade replace fifth-story bay windows with historically appropriate wood casement windows.

APP # 27.0008 BB 123 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE: At front facade repair and seal flashing at dormer.

APP # 25.0059 BB 125 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE: Extend 8/20/2025 approval to 8/20/2027 for the following work: Repoint and repair masonry and entry steps, replace windows with historically appropriate wood windows, replace in-kind copper gutters and downspouts; replace slate in-kind at Mansard roofs, and remove front and rear connecting iron fire balconies; at front facade restore garden fence, reset garden curbs, install stair handrails, and install brick paving; at rear elevation remove shed structure, install garage door, install brick paved parking court, brick garden walls with iron gate, add landscaping including Dogwood tree, and install Juliet balcony with french door within modified window opening; and at roof construct penthouse, front and rear terraces, elevator override and mechanical equipment. 

APP # 27.0076 BB 175 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE: At rear elevation replace copper cladding at bay window in-kind.

APP # 27.0006 BB 232 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE: At roof repoint chimney and replace rubber membrane roof in-kind.

APP # 27.0026 BB 283 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE: At front facade replace fifth-story door with a wood three-panel door.

APP # 26.1103 BB 302 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE: At rear parking court rebuild existing wall to six feet in height.

APP # 26.1141 BB 416 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE: At front facade replace three curved wood sash windows in-kind.

APP # 27.0077 BB 10 FAIRFIELD STREET: At front facade repair entry steps.

APP # 27.0054 BB 39 MARLBOROUGH STREET: At front facade repaint garden fence and install recessed electrical outlet at stoop; and at rear elevation repair and repaint rear entry door and window.

APP # 27.0079 BB 355 MARLBOROUGH STREET: At front facade repair entry steps.

APP # 26.1151 BB 31 MASSACHUSETTS AVENUE: At front facade install blade sign.

APP # 27.0007 BB 290 NEWBURY STREET: At roof replace rubber membrane roof in-kind and install copper gutter at bay.

APP # 27.0062 BB 302 NEWBURY STREET: At front facade install wall sign.

APP # 26.1135 BB 341 NEWBURY STREET: At front facade replace existing blade sign and canopy sign.

APP # 27.0032 BB 342 NEWBURY STREET: At rear elevation enclose door opening with board and batten wood panel.