Conservation Commission Public Hearing
The Conservation Commission will hold its next bi-weekly hearing on October 16, 2024, 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 October 11, 2024.
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 October 16, 2024 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, October 16, 2024, at 3:30 p.m.
Discussion Topics
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PUBLIC HEARING
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-2011 and BOS File No. 2024-033 from Fort Point Associates on behalf of Redgate for the proposed construction of a 6-floor multifamily residential building with ground floor retail, stormwater management system, open space enhancements, and streetscape improvements, located at 1141 Bennington Street, East Boston, MA (LSCSF, Coastal Bank, 25ft Waterfront Area, 100ft Salt Marsh Area, 100ft Buffer to Coastal Bank).
Request for Determination of Applicability from Epsilon Associates on behalf of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation for the proposed milling and paving, addition of bike lanes, signal replacement, and installation of traffic signage on Bennington Street, East Boston, MA.
Request for an Extension to the Original Order of Conditions issued for DEP File No. 006-1802 and BOS File No. 2021-033 from BSC Group on behalf of the Department of Conservation and Recreation for the proposed construction of a multi-use trail between Tenean Beach and Morrissey Boulevard, located on Conley St, Victory Rd, and Morrissey Boulevard, Dorchester, MA (Coastal Beach, Coastal Bank, Salt Marsh, LSCSF).
Request for an Extension to the Original Order of Conditions issued for DEP File No. 006-1822 and BOS File No. 2021-047 from CHA Consulting, Inc. on behalf of the Herb Chambers Companies for the proposed demolition and redevelopment of an existing car dealership located at 710-720 Morrissey Boulevard, Dorchester, MA (LSCSF).
Continued; Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-1961 and Boston File No. 2023-051 from Coneco Engineers & Scientists, Inc., on behalf of the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation for the proposed reconstruction of the Neponset River Reservation Neponset Landing II Spray Deck and replacement of walkways around the spray deck located at 72 Hill Top Street, Dorchester, MA (LSCSF) *Continued from September 20, 2023 hearing
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, 100 ft Buffer to Inland Bank, 25 ft Waterfront, 25 ft Riverfront). *Continued from the July 10, 2024 hearing
Bennington Street Repaving RDA
Neponset River Extension (006-1802)
710-720 Morrissey Boulevard - Boston Honda Extension (006-1822)
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REGULAR MEETING
Request for a Certificate of Compliance for DEP File No. 006-1731 and BOS File No. 2020-015 from TRC Environmental on behalf of NSTAR Electric Co. d/b/a Eversource Energy for the proposed construction of a Harborwalk located at 500 East First Street, South Boston, MA (LSCSF, Waterfront Area, 100ft Buffer to Coastal Bank).
Request for a Certificate of Compliance for DEP File No. 006-1814 and BOS File No. 2021-041 from Fort Point Associates on behalf of MCP III Foundry, LLC for the renovation of an existing building and demolition and reconstruction of a second building located at 1 Au Bon Pain Way and 3 Anchor Way, South Boston, MA (LSCSF).
Request for a Certificate of Compliance for DEP File No. 006-1502 from Fort Point Associates on behalf of Charlestown Marina LLC for the reconstruction of the Pier 6 marina facilities and improved landscaping amenities at Pier 6 and Pier 8 and portions of the Harborwalk in between both Piers, Charlestown, MA (Tidal Flats, LSCSF, LUO).
Request for a Certificate of Compliance for DEP File No. 006-1490 from VHB on behalf of ARE-MA Region No. 74, LLC for the construction of a new 12-story building at 15 Necco Street as well as the rehabilitation of two existing buildings and associated activities at 5 and 6 Necco Street, South Boston, Fort Point Channel (LSCSF).
Request for a Certificate of Compliance for DEP File No. 006-1925 and Boston File No. 2023-012 from Foth Infrastructure & Environment, LLC on behalf of Holcim (US) - Charlestown Terminal for the rehabilitation of a timber bulkhead with the installation of steel piles and precast concrete blocks, and replacement of the revetment located landward of the bulkhead, located at 285 Medford Street, Charlestown, MA (DPA, LUO, Coastal Banks, Rocky Intertidal Shores, Fish Runs, LSCSF).
Administrative Updates
Acceptance of Meeting Minutes from September 4, 2024, September 18, 2024, and October 2, 2024.
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.