Conservation Commission Public Hearing
The Conservation Commission will hold its next bi-weekly hearing on October 21, 2026, at 6 p.m.
ATTENTION: This meeting will be held virtually and not in person. You can participate in the meeting by going to our online meeting or calling 1-646-828-7666 and entering Meeting ID 165 554 1756 and your participant ID provided when logging into Zoom. Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please contact us at cc@boston.gov, LCA@boston.gov, or 617-635-3850 by October 16, 2026.
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 October 21, 2026 to review the following projects to determine what conditions, if any, the Commission will impose 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 upon 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, October 21, 2026, at 3:30 p.m.
Discussion Topics
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Public Hearings
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-2135 and BOS File No. 2026-032 from AECOM on behalf of the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation for the proposed in-kind replacement of a water line and placement of concrete mattresses from Hull to Georges Island, Boston Harbor, MA (LUO). *Continued to the November 4, 2026 Hearing
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-2149 and BOS File No. 2026-043 from GM2 on behalf of the U.S. Postal Service for the proposed pavement resurfacing and stormwater improvements at the Boston Vehicle Maintenance Facility located at 135 A Street, South Boston Waterfront, MA (LSCSF).
Request for a Determination of Applicability from LEC Environmental Consultants, Inc. on behalf of the Boston Gas Company for the removal of three deteriorating marine mooring structures and 40 timber piles at the Boston Gas Company Commercial Point LNG facility located at 220 Victory Road, Dorchester, MA (LUO, Coastal Bank, LSCSF).
Georges Island Water Line Replacement Project NOI
USPS Vehicle Maintenance Facility (VMF) Pavement Improvements NOI
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Regular Meeting
Request for a Certificate of Compliance for BOS File No. 2024-008 from the City of Boston Environment Department for restoration activities within the Mattahunt Woods property located in multiple parcels off of Itasca Street and Canaan Street, Mattapan, MA (IVW, 100ft Buffer to IVW).
Request for a Certificate of Compliance for DEP File No. 006-1762 and BOS File No. 2021-003 from the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) for pool and parking lot renovations located at 75 & 95 Turtle Pond Parkway, Hyde Park, MA (Riverfront Area, Waterfront Area, 100ft Buffer to Inland Bank, 100ft Buffer to BVW, 100ft Buffer to IVW).
Request for a Certificate of Compliance for DEP File No. 006-1963 and Boston File No. 2023-053 from STV Incorporated on behalf of the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) for utility lighting improvements, including the installation of new light poles and new conduits, located along Soldiers Field Road between the intersection of Eliot Bridge and Western Avenue, Allston, MA (100ft Buffer Zone to Inland Bank, 25ft Riverfront Area, 25ft Waterfront Area).
Request for a Certificate of Compliance for DEP File No. 006-1816 and BOS File No. 2021-042 from Hudson 62 Realty LLC for the rehabilitation of an existing building into a hotel with stormwater and landscaping improvements located at 155 Porter Street, East Boston (LSCSF).
Request for a Certificate of Compliance for DEP File No. 006-1830 and BOS File No. 2021-054 from Hancock Associates on behalf of 59 Gove St LLC for the construction of a four unit residential dwelling located at 59 Gove St, East Boston, MA (LSCSF).
Request for a Certificate of Compliance for DEP File No. 006-2044 and BOS File No. 2025-016 from Nitsch Engineering on behalf of Brandywyne Village Company Limited Partnership for the construction of a new trash and recycling area, including the installation of asphalt pavement, concrete pads and bollards, an underground conduit and handhole, and a stormwater management system at 870 Saratoga Street, East Boston, MA (LSCSF).
Administrative Updates
Acceptance of Meeting Minutes from October 7, 2026.
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 requested via email from cc@boston.gov or viewed by appointment at the Environment Department, 26 Court Street, Floor 4, from 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday. Questions can be directed to cc@boston.gov or 617-635-3850.
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VirtualBoston, MA 02108 -
Contact:Conservation Commission
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Neighborhoods:AllstonDorchesterEast BostonHyde ParkMattapanSouth Boston
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Posted:10/14/2026 - 12:47PM
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Accessibility ServicesInterpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please reach out to the contact listed in this Public Notice.
