Community Notes, Events, Updates & Public Comment Request March 14-20, 2022
Anthony D'Isidoro
ONE+BOSTON (Flyer Attached)
Office of Housing Stability (Flyer Attached)
Mad Science Purim (Flyer Attached)
Events
Urban Forest Plan Open House (Flyer Attached)
1170-1190 Soldiers Field Road Impact Advisory Meeting
Boston Planning & Development Agency
Monday, March 14, 2022, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The BPDA is hosting a Virtual Impact Advisory Group (IAG) Meeting to review the proposed newly added residential building located at 1170-1190 Soldiers Field Road in Allston. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the recently submitted Supplemental Information Document (SID). The meeting will include a presentation followed by a discussion with IAG members, Q&A, and comments from the general public.
Please note that the purpose of this meeting is different from that of a traditional community meeting. As part of the development review process, IAG members work closely with BPDA staff to identify the impacts of a project and recommend appropriate community benefits to offset those impacts. IAG meetings prioritize discussion between the project proponent (i.e. the developer) and IAG members.
Please register for the meeting using the following Zoom link: bit.ly/3Mt8Frc
Toll-Free Call-in Number: 833.568.8864
Meeting ID: 161 592 3448
Email Contact: Lance.C...@Boston.Gov
40 Soldiers Field Place Impact Advisory Group Meeting
Boston Planning & Development Agency
Tuesday, March 15, 2022, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
The BPDA is hosting an Impact Advisory Group (IAG) Meeting for 40 Soldiers Field Place, a project located in Allston-Brighton. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the impacts and the project itself. The meeting will include a presentation followed by Q&A and comments from the IAG.
Please note that the purpose of this meeting is different from that of a traditional community meeting. As part of the development review process, IAG members work closely with BPDA staff to identify the impacts of a project and recommend appropriate community benefits to offset those impacts. IAG meetings prioritize discussion between the project proponent (i.e. the developer) and IAG members.
The Proponent is proposing to raze and replace an outdated commercial building with a new six story (6) building of approximately 67,835 gross square feet, including 61 residential units, on-site parking garage for 49 vehicles and bicycle storage, new open space, public realm, pedestrian connectivity upgrades and overall site improvements.
Please register in advance for this meeting through the following link:
zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_3K8TzVFbQy-Di5Wn2D45QA
Meeting ID: 161
862 1806
Toll-Free Call-in Number: 833.568.8864
Email Contact: Caitlin....@Boston.Gov
Boston Civic Design Commission Meeting
Boston Planning & Development Agency
Tuesday, March 15, 2022
You can participate in this meeting by going to: https://bit.ly/BCDCMarch15 or by calling in to 669-254-5252, meeting ID: 160 170 5710
All are welcome to attend.
Thank you for your interest in the public realm of the City of Boston
Agenda
6:00 pm St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center IMP and Parking Garage, Brighton
Email Contact: Elizabeth...@Boston.Gov
Allston Board of Trade Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, March 16, 2022 @ 12:00 pm
Working together to strengthen and improve the quality of life and commerce in Allston.
For meeting details, email in...@abot.org
Bill Mills, President
Boston Cannabis Board Public Meeting
Wednesday, March 16, 2022 @ 1:00 pm
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81648447678?pwd=MzI4ZWozNjcydFRLMzZWVjZsVTQzUT09
Meeting ID: 816 4844 7678
Passcode: 245444
Dial In Number: (646) 876-9923
The voting hearing is open to the public, however, no additional testimony will be accepted.
AGENDA
Applications for New Licenses following the 1:1 Equity to Non-Equity Ratio
2. Applicant: OPCO Allston, LLC (“Dr. GreenThumb’s Allston”)
Proposed Licensed Premise: 144 Harvard Avenue, Allston
License Type: Recreational Cannabis Dispensary License
Proposed Hours of Operation: 9:00am- 9:00pm (7) Seven Days a week
Equity Status: Equity Applicant
Date of Initial Application: October 13, 2021
Date of Filing with Inspectional Services Department: October 8, 2021
Date of Community Meeting: January 24, 2022
THERE IS A BUFFER ZONE CONFLICT WITH ANOTHER CANNABIS ESTABLISHMENT
The following Applicant was Rejected without Prejudice from the BCB’s June 16, 2021 voting hearing. Rejected without Prejudice means the Applicant can return anytime with an application at the same location
3. Applicant: Pure Oasis, LLC (“Pure Oasis”)
Proposed Licensed Premise: 535 Washington Street, Brighton
License Type: Recreational Cannabis Dispensary License
Proposed Hours of Operation: 10:00am- 9:00pm (7) Seven Days a week
Equity Status: Equity Applicant
Date of Initial Application: November 8, 2021
Date of Filing with Inspectional Services Department: October 20, 2020
Date of Community Meeting: February 17, 2022
Email Contact: Cannab...@Boston.Gov
Allston Civic Association March Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, March 16, 2022, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
This meeting will only be held virtually and not in person. You can participate in this meeting online or by calling in.
Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtcOitrTwqHNCddAcIVuK8wLFmojWZdFTZ
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Meeting agendas posted at:
www.allstoncivicassociation.org
www.facebook.com/AllstonCivicAssociation
Anthony D’Isidoro, President
St. Patrick’s Day Slime Making (Flyer Attached)
Updates
Zoning Board of Appeal Hearing
Inspectional Services Department
Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Extensions: 9:30 am
Case: BOA-1033470 Address: 4 Braintree Street Ward 22 Applicant: Jeffrey Drago, Esq
Video: (1767) Zoning Board of Appeal Public Hearings 3-8-22 - YouTube
Slide the time bar to 12:35
Outcome: One Year Extension to March 13, 2023
Case: BOA- 1033475 Address: 334-362 Cambridge Street Ward 21 Applicant: Jeffrey Drago, Esq
Video: (1767) Zoning Board of Appeal Public Hearings 3-8-22 - YouTube
Slide the time bar to 12:35
Outcome: One Year Extension to March 13, 2023
Case: BOA- 1033474 Address: 1 Highgate Street Ward 21 Applicant: Jeffrey Drago, Esq
Video: (1767) Zoning Board of Appeal Public Hearings 3-8-22 - YouTube
Slide the time bar to 12:35
Outcome: One Year Extension to March 13, 2023
Case: BOA-1033468 Address: 16 Highgate Street Ward 21 Applicant: Jeffrey Drago, Esq
Video: (1767) Zoning Board of Appeal Public Hearings 3-8-22 - YouTube
Slide the time bar to 12:35
Outcome: One Year Extension to March 13, 2023
Case: BOA- 1033472 Address: 8-12 Wilton Street Ward 22 Applicant: Jeffrey Drago, Esq
Video: (1767) Zoning Board of Appeal Public Hearings 3-8-22 - YouTube
Slide the time bar to 12:35
Outcome: One Year Extension to March 13, 2023
Case: BOA-1033469 Address: 20 Braintree Street Ward 22 Applicant: Jeffrey Drago, Esq
Video: (1767) Zoning Board of Appeal Public Hearings 3-8-22 - YouTube
Slide the time bar to 12:35
Outcome: One Year Extension to March 13, 2023
Hearings: 9:30 am
Case: BOA- 1183174 Address: 103-105 Hooker Street Ward 22 Applicant: John Pulgini
Article(s): Article 51, Section 8 Use: Forbidden -3F in 2F zone Article 51, Section 9 Bldg Height Excessive (Stories) Article 51, Section 57.2 Conformity Exist Bldg Alignment Article 51, Section 56 Off Street Parking Insufficient Article 51, Section 9 Floor Area Ratio Excessive
Purpose: Erect a new three family house with rear decks, as per plans. Existing house to be razed under a separate permit
Video: (1767) Zoning Board of Appeal Public Hearings 3-8-22 - YouTube
Slide the time bar to 1:26:00
Outcome: Approved with heavy BPDA Design Review of the roof design
Hearings: 10:30 am
Case: BOA-1288289 Address: 230 Washington Street Ward 22 Applicant: John Pulgini
Article(s): Art. 51 Sec. 08^Use Regulations - Multifamily use forbidden Article 51, Section 9 Add'l Lot Area Insufficient Article 51, Section 9 Floor Area Ratio Excessive Article 51, Section 9 Bldg Height Excessive (Feet) Article 51, Section 9 Front Yard Insufficient Article 51, Section 9 Rear Yard Insufficient Art. 51 Sec. 23^ Off street parking requirement Art. 51 Sec. 40 5(a) Off street parking design - Parking spaces dimensions Art. 51 Sec. 57.2 Exst'g Bldg Algnmnt Conformity - Street modal calculation not provided to verify compliance.
Purpose : Construct 3 story, 11 dwelling unit structure with 15 parking spots (3 spots plus 12 stacker). Existing structure demolished under application SF: ?
Video: (1767) Zoning Board of Appeal Public Hearings 3-8-22 - YouTube
Slide the time bar to 2:34:05
Outcome: Approved with BPDA Design Review
Boston Cannabis Board Public Meeting
Wednesday, March 9, 2022 @ 1:00 pm
AGENDA
Applications for New Licenses following the 1:1 Equity to Non-Equity Ratio
2. Applicant: OPCO Allston, LLC (“Dr. GreenThumb”)
Proposed Licensed Premise: 144 Harvard Avenue, Allston
License Type: Recreational Cannabis Dispensary License
Proposed Hours of Operation: 9:00am- 9:00pm (7) Seven Days a week
Equity Status: Equity Applicant
Date of Initial Application: October 13, 2021
Date of Filing with Inspectional Services Department: October 8, 2021
Date of Community Meeting: January 24, 2022
THERE IS A BUFFER ZONE CONFLICT WITH ANOTHER CANNABIS ESTABLISHMENT
Video: (1768) Boston Cannabis Board Transactional Hearing 3-9-2022 - YouTube
Slide the time bar to 1:27:00
Outcome: Taken Under Advisement
The following Applicant was Rejected without Prejudice from the BCB’s June 16, 2021 voting hearing. Rejected without Prejudice means the Applicant can return anytime with an application at the same location
3. Applicant: Pure Oasis, LLC (“Pure Oasis”)
Proposed Licensed Premise: 535 Washington Street, Brighton
License Type: Recreational Cannabis Dispensary License
Proposed Hours of Operation: 10:00am- 9:00pm (7) Seven Days a week
Equity Status: Equity Applicant
Date of Initial Application: November 8, 2021
Date of Filing with Inspectional Services Department: October 20, 2020
Date of Community Meeting: February 17, 2022
Video: (1768) Boston Cannabis Board Transactional Hearing 3-9-2022 - YouTube
Slide the time bar to 2:09:30
Outcome: Taken Under Advisement
Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA) Board Meeting
Thursday, March 10, 2022 @ 3:30 pm
Article 80 Development/IDP
Not Open to Public Testimony
Allston
19. Request authorization to issue a Scoping Determination waiving further review pursuant to Article 80B, Section 80B-5.3(d) of the Zoning Code for the construction of 111 residential rental units, including 22 IDP units, 58 parking spaces, 111 bicycle parking spaces, artist workspace and approximately 9,500 square feet of usable open space located at 90 Braintree Street; and to take all related actions.
Video: (1767) BPDA Board of Directors Meeting 3-10-22 - YouTube
Slide the time bar to 5:25:00
Outcome: Approved
Public Comments Requested:
46-48 Leo M Birmingham Pkwy (SPRA Comment Due by March 29, 2022)
http://www.bostonplans.org/projects/development-projects/46-leo-birmingham-parkway
119 Braintree St (DPIR Comment Due by April 7, 2022)
http://www.bostonplans.org/projects/development-projects/119-braintree-street
1170-1190 Soldiers Field Rd (SID Comment Due by April 8, 2022)
http://www.bostonplans.org/projects/development-projects/1170-soldiers-field-road
Allston Yards (PDA Comment Due by April 13, 2022)
http://www.bostonplans.org/projects/development-projects/allston-yards
