Zoning Advisory Board of Appeal Hearing
The subcommittee meeting is holding a virtual hearing on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 5 p.m.
Please be advised of the following appeals to be heard on October 22, 2026, beginning at 5 p.m. and related announcements. All matters listed on this October 22, 2026, hearing agenda have been noticed in accordance with the Enabling Act.
Please be advised of the following participation instructions: The October 22, 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 our online meeting. You may also participate by phone by calling into the Zoom Webinar at 1-646-828-7666 and entering the Webinar ID: 160 521 9488 followed by # when prompted.
If you wish to offer testimony on an appeal, please sign up online. 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.
For individuals who need translation assistance, please notify the Board at least 48 HOURS in advance either by signing up online, calling 617-635-4775, or emailing zba.ambassador@boston.gov. The ZBA Ambassador will be available within the Zoom Webinar Event from 4 - 5 p.m. to answer questions about ZBA procedures and offer instructions on how to participate in the hearing via Zoom. Questions and/or concerns can also be emailed to the ZBA Ambassador at zba.ambassador@boston.gov.
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.
If you wish to offer testimony on an appeal, please log in to the hearing no later than 4 p.m. to ensure your connection is properly functioning.
Interested persons who are unable to participate in the hearing remotely may make an appointment to offer testimony. Please notify the Board at least 48 HOURS in advance either by calling 617-635-4775 or emailing isdboardofappeal@boston.gov for accommodations to be made.
Members of the community are strongly encouraged to help facilitate the virtual hearing process by emailing letters in support of or opposition to an appeal to ZBAPublicInput@boston.gov in lieu of offering testimony online. it is strongly encouraged that written comments be submitted to the board at least 48 hours prior to the hearing. When doing so, please include in the subject line the BOA number, the address of the proposed project and the date of the hearing.
Discussion Topics
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HEARINGS: 5:00 P.M
Case: BOA- 1862080 Address: 85 Chandler Street Ward: 5 Applicant: Michelle Hediger Article (s): Art. 64 Sec. 34 Restricted Roof Structure Regs new roof deck proposed in restricted District Purpose: Amendment to ALT1784393: Construct new roof deck with hatch access. Construct new 3rd level roof deck to be built on top of flat roof.
Case: BOA- 1872919 Address: 10-18 Bowdoin Street Ward: 14 Applicant: Van Due Ha Article(s): Article 65, Section 15 Use: Conditional You need relief from the BOA for the said violation Purpose: Work include Framing, heating, electrical and sprinkler work for a juice store with previously approve permit number#: SF1798683
Case: BOA- 1862299 Address: 27 Greenwich Street Ward: 15 Applicant: Glenda H Nguyen Article(s): Article 65, Section 9 Lot Area Insufficient You need relief from the BOA for the said violations Article 65, Section 9 Floor Area Ratio Excessive You need relief from the BOA for the said violations Article 65, Section 9 Usable Open Space Insufficient You need relief from the BOA for the said violations Article 65, Section 9 Front Yard Insufficient You need relief from the BOA for the said violations Article 65, Section 9 Side Yard Insufficient You need relief from the BOA for the said violations Article 65, Section 9 Rear Yard Insufficient You need relief from the BOA for the said violations Purpose: Renovation, addition to extend the living space and change of use from single family to two family dwelling per plans.
Case: BOA- 1883829 Address: 18 Baker Avenue Ward: 15 Applicant: Joanne Wilkerson Article(s): Article 65, Section 9 Side Yard Insufficient You need relief from the BOA for the said violations Article 65, Section 9 Rear Yard Insufficient You need relief from the BOA for the said violations Purpose:To legalize existing shed & storage of 2 bob cats on said property and add curb cut for proposed driveway
Case: BOA-1777438 Address: 68 Theodore Parker Road Ward: 20 Applicant: Matthew Conroy and Danielle Conroy Article(s): Article 56, Section 8 Floor Area Ratio Excessive You need relief from the BOA for the said violations Article 56, Section 8 Bldg Height Excessive (Stories) You need relief from the BOA for the said violations Article 56, Section 8 Rear Yard Insufficient You need relief from the BOA for the said violations Article 56. Section 8 Side Yard Insufficient You need relief from the BOA for the said violations. Purpose: Add mudroom to back of house, renovate kitchen that is existing, finish 3rd floor attic.
Case: BOA- 1862338 Address: 11 Altacrest Road Ward: 20 Applicant: Ian Forman Ian Forman seeking with reference to the premises at 11 Altacrest Road, Ward: 20 Article(s): Art. 56, Section 7 Use: Forbidden You need relief from the BOA for the said violation Purpose: Curb Cut. Asked to apply for this from the Sidewalk deposit team at Public Works (SDEP 1848689) Last used for Side walk and will be occupied for a curb cut to extend entry to driveway for parking
Case: BOA-1879905 Address: 294 Stratford Street Ward: 20 Applicant: Matt and Kelly Lepley Article(s): Article 56, Section 8 Floor Area Ratio Excessive Requesting relief for an extension of living space in a residence with pre-existing non-conforming excessive floor area ratio Purpose: Extension of the existing living space into the basement, including the addition of a shower to the existing half bathroom, a new living area, laundry closet, and storage room. Renovation of the basement as shown on the attached plans. The building will remain a single family residence.
Case: BOA-1862382 Address: 75 Oakland Street Ward: 22 Applicant: Mary Ann Urban Article(s): Article 51, Section 9 Front Yard Insufficient Requesting relief for insufficient front yard setback from a proposed sunroom addition Article 51, Section 9 Side Yard Insufficient Requesting relief for insufficient side yard setback from a proposed sunroom addition Purpose: Addition of a 6' x 13.7' prefabricated sunroom with helical pier foundations.