Community Notes, Events, Updates & Public Comment Request March 9-15, 2026

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Community Notes, Events, Updates & Public Comment Request March 9-15, 2026 
 
Notes 
 
Harvard Ed Portal's Weekly Newsletter
 
Events
 
Zoning Board of Appeal Hearing                                                 
Inspectional Services Department                                                
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 
                                                
The March 10, 2026, hearing will be held virtually via video teleconference and telephone via the Zoom webinar event platform.                                      
Interested persons can participate in the hearing REMOTELY by going to https://bit.ly/2026ZBAHearings. You may also participate by phone by calling into the Zoom Webinar at 301-715-8592 and entering the Webinar ID: 160 422 3767 followed by # when prompted.
If you wish to offer testimony on an appeal, please click https://bit.ly/March10ZBAComments sign up. Please provide your name, address, the address and/or BOA number of the appeal on which you wish to speak, and if you wish to speak in support of or opposition to the project.
If you wish to offer comment within the meeting platform, please use the “Raise Hand” function that should appear on the bottom of your screen, if connected by computer or device, or dial *9, if connected by phone. On a computer or device, you will receive a request to unmute yourself from the event host. You must select yes before you can speak. On a phone, you will hear a prompt that the event host is asking you to unmute yourself. You must press *6 to unmute yourself before you can speak. Commenters will be asked to state their name, address and comment. Comments will be limited as time requires.

Hearings: 11:00 am

Case: BOA-1803365 Address: 857 Beacon Street Ward 21 Applicant: Aaron Steeves
Article(s) Article 61, Section 20 Roof Structure Restrictions Proposing Mechanical penthouse for elevator's maintenance.
Purpose : This amendment increases the overall height of the doghouse in the proposed plans for ALT1731150 by 3'6", adds an access door, access stair from roof and a maintenance platform around elevator equipment.

Case: BOA-1799257 Address: 378-380 Washington Street Ward 22 Applicant: A & B Realty Trust
Article(s) Article 51, Section 16 Use Regulations Amusement game machines in commercial establishment Conditional use. (Table B) Article 51, Section 56 Off Street Parking & Loading Req Insufficient. (Table J)
Purpose : Change of occupancy from Retail store, offices, dance studio, and restaurant/cafe to Retail store, offices, dance studio, restaurant/cafe and escape room. Tenant fit out for “The Puzzling Path” escape room in the rear ground floor tenancy. Previous use was Business (temp agency); proposed use remains Business. No exterior changes. Building fully sprinklered; accessibility upgrades included. [Change to Retail store, offices, dance studio, restaurant/cafe and Amusement game machines in commercial establishment (escape room)]

Email Contact: Stephani...@Boston.Gov                                              
The hearing can also be viewed via live-stream on the City’s website. Closed captioning is available.

Harvard ERC District & Greenway Public Meeting
Boston Planning Department
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Please join us for a public meeting to discuss the Harvard Enterprise Research Campus (ERC) Draft Plan. This draft plan outlines the framework for a future development Master Plan for a proposed mixed-use district that spans from Western Avenue to Cambridge Street in Allston. This meeting will include a presentation followed by time for questions and discussion. 
How to participate:
Meeting ID: 161 458 4023
Email Contact: Matthew....@boston.gov

Parks Fitness: Tai Chi with Joe
Boston Parks and Recreation
Wednesday March 11, 2026, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from January 7, 2026, until April 1, 2026
Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.
Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese martial art, is used as a slow-moving exercise to achieve relaxation and stress reduction. Tai Chi offers benefits for the body, mind and spirit."
Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates if there are changes or cancellations due to the weather.
Veronica Smith Senior Community Center
20 Chestnut Hill Ave, Brighton
Email Contact: jennifer....@boston.gov 

Boston Conservation Commission Public Hearing
Wednesday, March 11, 2026 @ 6:00 pm
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 c...@boston.gov, L...@boston.gov, or 617-635-3850 by March 6, 2026.
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 c...@boston.gov prior to the hearing. Written testimony should be submitted by Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 3:30 p.m.

Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-21XX and BOS File No. 2026-XXX from Nitsch Engineering on behalf of the Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) for the proposed redevelopment of the Artesani Parking Lot in Herter Park, including the construction of a new sidewalk and shared use path at 1255 Soldiers Field Road, Allston, MA (BLSF, 100ft Buffer to BVW, 100ft Buffer to Inland Bank, 25ft Waterfront Area).

Aberdeen Architectural Conservation District Commission
Thursday, March 12, 2026 @ 4:00 pm
This hearing will only be held virtually and NOT in person. You can participate in this hearing by going to our Zoom Hearing or calling 1 (929) 205-6099 and entering meeting id # 160 148 4736. You can also submit written comments or questions to Aberde...@boston.gov.

II. Design Review Hearing

APP # 26.0599 AB  77 ENGLEWOOD AVENUE
Applicant: Heladio Salgado
Proposed Work: Partial chimney demolition on three chimneys, curved valley repair/downspout Installation.

APP # 26.0679 AB 19-24 ORKNEY ROAD
Applicant: Ari Arbabi; Riverstone Partners
Proposed Work: Relocate multiple windows on both sides of the property, install windows and egress wells in basement level on both sides of the property, replace front door, remove two chimneys, demolish garage, demolish rear fire escape, new railing on front balcony, new post… ….light, new landscaping and driveway surfaces, clad existing columns on front porch with Azek, restore front palladian window, new roof, new rear patio, new front pathway, replace front steps, replace siding and trim, new HVAC equipment, remove brick columns in front yard.

III. Administrative Review

In order to expedite the review process, the commission has delegated the approval of certain work items, such as those involving ordinary maintenance and repair, restoration or replacement, or which otherwise have a minimal impact on a building’s appearance, to commission staff pending ratification at its monthly public hearing. Having been identified as meeting these eligibility criteria and all applicable guidelines, the following applications will be approved at this hearing:

APP # 25.0995 AB: 8 CHISWICK ROAD #42: Replace all 8 windows with 6 over 1, wood, simulated divided lights with exterior and interior applied muntin bars, no low-e glass at a 6 over 1 grid pattern.
 
485 Cambridge Street (Roxy’s Grilled Cheese & Burgers) Abutters Meeting
Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Proposal: Proposing to change closing hour to 2:00 a.m. for a new common victualler without alcohol license.
The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident's positions on this proposal. This is a virtual meeting via Zoom. 
Meeting ID: 161 111 2746
Please note, the City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s). 
Email Contact: Sigurgeir Jonson (sigurgei...@boston.gov) 

168 Harvard Avenue (Hanmaru Restaurant) Abutters Meeting
Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Proposal: Seeking to transfer a wine and malt beverage license to location with a closing time of 11 p.m. 
The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident's positions on this proposal. This is a virtual meeting via Zoom. 
Meeting ID:  161 501 2767
Please note, the City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s).
Email Contact: Sigurgeir Jonson (sigurgei...@boston.gov) 

Updates 
 
Licensing Board Virtual Transactional Hearing
Wednesday, March 4, 2026 @ 10:00 am

3 Honeygrow, LLC
D/B/A: Honeygrow
305 GUEST ST
BRIGHTON, MA 02135
License #: LB-620202
Has applied for a Common Victualler License to be exercised on the above - Quick Service Restaurant (approx. 2,572SF) with open dining room with 48 total seats, (2) ADA restrooms, FOH kitchen/serving area, BOH prep kitchen with dish cleaning area, storage and refrigerated Walk in cooler. Seasonal (March-October) outdoor patio on private property same hours as inside.
Manager: Brian Noparstak
Hours of Operation: 10:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Slide the time bar to 8:24
Outcome: Taken under advisement.  
 
8 SSS BRIGHTON LLC
D/B/A: SPRING SHABU-SHABU
304 WESTERN AV
BRIGHTON, MA 02135
License #: LB-99554
Holder of a Common Victualler 7 Day Wines and Malt Beverages License has petitioned to change the classification of its license - To: a (restricted) All-Alcoholic Beverages License pursuant to the authority contained in M.G.L. Chapter 138, Section 12D.
Slide the time bar to 19:19
Outcome: Taken under advisement. 
 
Virtual Voting Agenda
Boston Licensing Board
Thursday, March 5, 2026 @ 10:00 am

Transactional Hearing on Wednesday, March 4, 2026

3. Honeygrow, LLC
Doing business as: Honeygrow
305 Guest St, Brighton, MA 02135
License #: LB-620202
Has applied for a Common Victualler License to be exercised on the above - Quick Service Restaurant (approx. 2,572SF) with open dining room with 48 total seats, (2) ADA restrooms, FOH kitchen/serving area, BOH prep kitchen with dish cleaning area, storage and refrigerated Walk in cooler. Seasonal (March-October) outdoor patio on private property same hours as inside.
Manager: Brian Noparstak
Hours of Operation: 10:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Slide the time bar to 12:53
Outcome: Approved.  
 
8. SSS Brighton LLC
Doing business as: Spring Shabu-Shabu
304 Western Ave, Brighton, MA 02135
License #: LB-99554
Holder of a Common Victualler 7 Day Wines and Malt Beverages License has petitioned to change the classification of its license - To: a (restricted) All-Alcoholic Beverages License pursuant to the authority contained in M.G.L. Chapter 138, Section 12D.
Slide the time bar to 14:36
Outcome: Approved. 
 
Non-Hearing Transactions

The following are applying for a new Common Victualler License at a previously licensed location:

2. Fu Brighton Ave LLC
Doing business as: B2J Tasty Pot
171 Brighton Av., Allston, MA 02134
License #: LB-619109
Has applied for a Common Victualler License to be exercised at a previously licensed location -The 1,188SF Full-service restaurant with takeout service. The first floor contains 28 seats and a full kitchen in the rear, and the basement is designated for storage.
Manager: Peipei Cao
Hours of Operation: 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Slide the time bar to 22:43
Outcome: Approved. 
 
Old and New Business:

5. The Board will deliberate on applications for new restricted (non-transferable) on-premise alcoholic beverages licenses, which were complete and submitted prior to the January 16, 2026 application deadline.
Slide the time bar to 28:34
Outcome: 1 All Alcohol Beverages License and 4 Beer and Wine Licenses Available:
Tofu Story 85 Harvard Ave will be granted a 2006 All Alcohol Restricted License
Holdfast Specialty Seafood Rolls, 164 Brighton Ave will be granted a 2006 Beer and Wine Restricted License    

Public Comments 
                                        
Want to know more about the planning initiatives that are happening in Allston-Brighton? Check out The Boston Planning & Development Agency's (BPDA) planning website https://www.bostonplans.org/planning-zoning/planning-initiatives/planning-in-allston-brighton to stay informed and learn about opportunities to comment. It is important to share direct community feedback about what is needed to make Allston-Brighton a great place to live and work now and in the future!
 
263 N Harvard Street (SPRA Comment Period End March 9, 2026)
 
Harvard University Allston Campus (IMPNF Comment Period End March 11, 2026)

172 Western Avenue (SPRA Comment Period End March 31, 2026)

201-207 Brighton Avenue (PNF Comment Period End April 6, 2026)

676 Washington Street (SPRA Comment Period End April 27, 2026)

Harvard Enterprise Research Campus (ERC) Phase B (Letter of Intent)
 
1200 Soldiers Field Road (Letter of Intent)
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