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Conservation Commission hearing

The Conservation Commission will hold its next bi-weekly hearing on November 3, 2021, at 6 p.m.

Update: This meeting will only be held virtually and NOT in person. You can participate in the meeting by going to our Zoom meeting link or calling 929-205-6099 and enter meeting id 686 458 2044 #. 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 3, 2021, 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, groundwater, prevention of pollution, flood control, prevention of storm damage, protection of fisheries and land containing shellfish, and protection of wildlife habitat.

Discussion Topics

  1. Public Hearing 6 P.M.

    Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-1827 and BOS File No. 2021-051 from Tetra Tech on behalf of Cruz Development Corporation for the proposed construction of a 4-unit residential dwelling located at 471-473 Harvard St, Mattapan, MA (Waterfront Area, 100ft Buffer to Inland Bank) * Continued from the October 20, 2021 hearing

    Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-18XX and BOS File No. 2021-XXX from Nitsch Engineering on behalf of Seaport D Title Holder LLC for the proposed demolition of a parking lot and construction of a new building and underground parking garage located at 65 Northern Ave/88 Seaport Blvd, South Boston, MA (LSCSF) * Continued from the October 20, 2021 hearing

    Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-18XX and BOS File No. 2021-XXX from VHB on behalf of CPC Ericsson Street LLC for the demolition of all on-site buildings and structures and backfill of foundation excavations to existing grade in preparation for construction of the Neponset Wharf project located at 6R, 8R, and 18R Ericsson St, Dorchester, MA (LSCSF, 100ft Buffer to Coastal Bank, Riverfront Area, Waterfront Area) * Continued from the October 20, 2021 hearing

    Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-XXXX and BOS File No. 2021-XXX from Engineering Alliance on behalf of 16 Whitby Street LLC for the proposed construction of a seven unit residential building and associated drive-under parking facility, walkways, stormwater management facilities and landscaping, located at 16 Whitby St, East Boston (LSCSF)

    Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-1817 from the Federal Aviation Administration, AJW-2E16E for the proposed replacement of an existing engine generator shelter, located at 1 Harborside Drive, East Boston (LSCSF)

    Request for a Determination of Applicability from TEC Associates for the confirmation of the resource area boundaries along the Amtrak Rail Right-of-Way, Boston, MA * Continued from the October 20, 2021 hearing

    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 to the November 17th hearing; 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 April 7, 2021 hearing

    Continued to the November 17th hearing; Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-1821 and BOS File No. 2021-046 CDM Smith, Inc. on behalf of the Boston Parks and Recreation Department for the proposed replacement of existing pavement within the limits of existing paved access roadways and parking areas, resetting of existing granite curb, overlaying of existing walking paths, and localized removal of knotweed located at Millennium Park, West Roxbury, MA (BLSF, Riverfront Area, Waterfront Area, 100ft Buffer to Inland Bank) * Continued from the October 20, 2021 hearing

  2. Public Meeting

    Administrative Updates

    Acceptance of the Order of Conditions:

    Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-1799 from VHB on behalf of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority for proposed improvements and track replacements at the South Station Interlocking Tower 1, located at 700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA (100ft Buffer to Coastal Bank)

    Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-1822 and BOS File No. 2021-047 from CHA Consulting 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)

    Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-1823 and BOS File No. 2021-048 from Engineering Alliance, Inc. on behalf of 5 Up Havre, LLC for the proposed construction of a four story, five unit residential building and installation of associated storm water management facilities and utilities, located at 197 Havre St, East Boston, MA (LSCSF)

    Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-1824 and BOS File No. 2021-049 from Epsilon Associates on behalf of Channelside Acquisitions, LLC for the proposed  replacement and reconfiguration of subsurface utilities located at 244-284 A St, South Boston, MA (LSCSF, Waterfront Area, 100ft Buffer to Coastal Bank)

    Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-1826 and BOS File No. 2021-050 from Collins Engineers, Inc. on behalf of the United States Coast Guard for the proposed demolition and reconstruction of Pier 2 and Wharf 3 located at 466-490 Hanover St, North End, Boston, MA (LUO, Coastal Bank, LSCSF)

    Acceptance of Meeting Minutes from October 20, 2021

    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 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.  For more information, call 617-635-3850.

    Nicholas Moreno

    Boston Conservation Commission

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