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Conservation Commission Public Hearing

The Conservation Commission will hold its next bi-weekly hearing on November 15, 2023, at 6 p.m.

ATTENTION: This meeting will only 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 #. You can also submit written comments or questions to cc@boston.gov or via twitter @bostonenviro.

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 November 15, 2023 to review the following projects to determine what conditions, if any, the Commission will impose in order 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 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, November 15, 2023, at 3:30 p.m.

The public can offer testimony.

Discussion Topics

  1. PUBLIC HEARING 6 p.m.

    Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-XXXX and Boston File No. 2023-XXX from The Vertex Companies, LLC., on behalf of the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation for the proposed construction of a new pavilion and the removal/replacement of self-contained toilets located on Georges Island, Boston, MA (LSCSF).

    Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-1970 and Boston File No. 2023-060 from Childs Engineering on behalf of Charlestown Commerce Center Realty Trust for the proposed installation of a stone rip rap revetment within a washed-out area of an existing deteriorated sea wall located at 50 Terminal St, Charlestown, MA (Riverfront, Waterfront, DPA, Coastal Bank, LSCSF).

    Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-1957 and Boston File No. 2023-047 from Norwood Engineering on behalf of  C.A.D. Builders for the proposed construction of a single-family home with appurtenant utilities located at 14 Toucan Road, West Roxbury, MA (100 Buffer to BVW).

    Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-XXXX and Boston File No. 2023-XXX from VHB on behalf of Paradigm Properties for the proposed renovation of an existing office building for life science and office use located at 56 Roland Street, Charlestown, MA (LSCSF).

    Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-XXXX and Boston File No. 2023-XXX from Fort Point Associates on behalf of the Esplanade Association for the proposed construction of a new welcoming destination located at 280 Charles Street, West End, Boston, MA (25ft Riverfront, Waterfront, 100ft Buffer to Bank).

    Request for a Determination of Applicability from TYLin International on behalf of Massachusetts Port Authority for the proposed improvements to the existing utilities and pavements to prepare for the relocation of a compressed natural gas station from Logan Airport located at 45 Tomahawk Drive, East Boston, MA. 

    Request for a Determination of Applicability from Tighe & Bond on behalf of the Boston Gas Company for the proposed replacement of an existing gas main located at 283-289 Walk Hill Street, Roslindale, MA. 

    Request for a Determination of Applicability from TRC on behalf of John Rinn for the proposed construction of a second story addition to an existing single family home located at 46 Crosstown Avenue, West Roxbury, MA. 

    Request for an Extension for DEP File No. 006-1685 from Fort Point Associates on behalf of Harbor Fuels LLC for the proposed installation of a concrete pad and aboveground fuel storage tank located at 256 Marginal Street, East Boston, MA (DPA, LSCSF, 100ft Buffer to Coastal Bank).

    Continued; Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-1704 and BOS File No. 2020-007 from GEI Consultants on behalf of the Commercial Wharf East Condominium Association for the proposed construction of a boardwalk and retaining wall located at Commercial Wharf, North End, Boston, MA (LSCSF, Waterfront Area, 100ft Buffer to Coastal Bank) *Continued from the March 4, 2020 hearing

    Continued; Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-1772 and BOS File No. 2021-010 Decoulos & Company LLC on behalf of Stefco Holdings Company for the proposed demolition of an existing structure and construction of eight housing structures located at 90 Allandale St, West Roxbury, MA (100ft Buffer to Inland Bank, Waterfront Area, Riverfront Area) *Continued from the September 6, 2023 hearing

    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

    Georges Island NOI

    50 Terminal Street NOI

    14 Toucan Road NOI

    56 Roland Street NOI

    Charlesbank Landing NOI

    Massport CNG RDA

    283-289 Walk Hill Street RDA

    46 Crosstown Avenue RDA

    256 Marginal Street Extension

  2. REGULAR MEETING

    Request for a Certificate of Compliance for DEP File No. 006-1846 from the McClellan Highway Development Company, LLC for the creation of an interim outdoor entertainment venue, associated infrastructure, and other related site improvements to be located at Suffolk Downs, William F. McClellan Highway, East Boston, MA.

    Request for a Certificate of Compliance for DEP File No. 006-1529 from Marginal Street, LLC for the construction of a 7 unit residential building located at 298 Marginal Street, East Boston, MA (LSCSF).

    Administrative Updates

    Acceptance of the Order of Conditions:

    Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-1958 and Boston File No. 2023-048 from BSC Group, Inc. on behalf of Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation for the proposed construction of a multi-use trail and amenities along the Neponset River and Edgewater Drive, between Osceola St. and Kennedy Playground Located in Hyde Park and Mattapan, MA (BLSF, 25 ft Riverfront Area, 25 ft Waterfront Area, 100ft Buffer to Bank).

    Continued; Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-1928 and Boston File No. 2023-018 from Horsley Witten Group, Inc. on behalf of the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation for the proposed remodeling of the former Doyle Playground on River Street in Hyde Park, Boston, MA (BLSF, Riverfront Area, Waterfront Area). 

    Acceptance of Meeting Minutes from June 7, Meeting Minutes from August 2, Meeting Minutes from August 16, Meeting Minutes from September 6, Meeting Minutes from September 20, Meeting Minutes from October 4, and Meeting Minutes from November 1, 2023.

    Translation and Sign Language interpreters are available upon prior request.  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 viewed at the Environment Department, Boston City Hall, Room 709, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information, call 617-635-3850.

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