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Community Notes, Events, Updates & Public Comment Request April 27-May 3, 2026
Notes
Harvard Ed Portal’s Weekly Newsletter
Intermediate Yoga, Transformations through Space & More!
The Allston Brighton-Boston College Community Fund
$3,000 Program/Project Grant
(Available twice per year—Fall & Spring)
Spring 2026 Cycle
Application Availability: Friday, April 10, 2026
Application Deadline: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
For questions please email bcneighborhoodcenter@gmail.com.
Allston Yards Allston-Brighton Community Fund
(Available once per year—Spring)
Spring 2026 Cycle
Application Availability: Friday, April 17, 2026
Application Deadline: Friday, May 29, 2026
For questions please email Ellie Sheild (esheild@nedevelopment.com)
Events
5 Prescott Place Abutters Meeting
Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services
Monday, April 27, 2026, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
The proposed project additions will involve the following:
Remodel a half bath on the third floor, add a three-quarter bathroom to the third floor. Remodel the front two-level deck porch. Remodel the side entrance, add door to the first floor first side entrance. Remodel the second floor kitchen. Addition of left side dormer at the attic.
The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident’s positions on this proposal. This is a virtual meeting via Zoom.
Meeting ID: 161 516 8200
Please note, the City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s).
Email Contact: Sigurgeir Jonson (sigurgeir.jonson@boston.gov)
Info Session: Advisory Groups for Development Projects
Boston Planning Department
Monday, April 27, 2026, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Advisory Groups are appointed to advise the City during the development review process. There are two types of Advisory Groups based on the type of project, and they have similar scopes of review. Impact Advisory Groups (IAGs) are formed to review Article 80 Large Projects and Planning Development Areas; Task Forces are formed to review Institutional Master Plans and projects.
The Planning Department staff is hosting an information session to share more about the role of Advisory Groups and answer your questions. This 90-minute session will include a presentation, hands-on-activity, and Q&A. The session is open to current and former Advisory Group members, and those who have never engaged with us but are interested in learning more about how they can get involved.
How to Participate:
These info sessions are one of the ways the Planning Department is implementing Article 80 Modernization.
To learn more about how the Planning Department has been improving our development review process, visit the Article 80 Modernization project page.
Civic Pavilion, 5 Congress Street
Boston (City Hall Plaza)
Email Contact: Kristiana.Lachiusa@boston.gov
Virtual Licensed Premise Inspection Hearings
Tuesday, April 28, 2026 @ 10:00 am
4) STAGE KARAOKE, LLC, D/B/A: , Location: 138 Brighton AV
Allston, MA 02134, License# LB-99011, Notice/Violation#: 007505, Category: CV7AL
Date
02/27/2026
Notice
Employees consuming alcohol after hours in violation of M.G.L. ch. 138 s. 64 and Board’s rule 1.05.
Offering free drinks to a person in violation of M.G.L. ch. 138 s. 64.
Serving alcohol to an intoxicated person in violation of M.G.L. ch. 138 s. 69.
Failure to supervise in violation of M.G.L. ch. 138 s. 64.
Email Contact: Maureen.Burgoyne@Boston.Gov
Zoning Board of Appeal Hearing
Inspectional Services Department
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
The April 28, 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 https://bit.ly/2026ZBAHearings. You may also participate by phone by calling into the Zoom Webinar at 301-715-8592 and entering the Webinar ID: 160 422 3767 followed by # when prompted.
If you wish to offer testimony on an appeal, please click https://bit.ly/April28ZBAComments sign up. 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.
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.
Hearings: 11:00 am
Case: BOA-1827544 Address: 1954 Commonwealth Avenue Ward 21 Applicant: Patrick McKenna ARTICLE 80
Article. 51 Sec. 09 Dimensional Regulations Insufficient additional lot area per unit Art. 51 Sec. 09 Dimensional Regulations Number of allowed stories has been exceeded Art. 51 Sec. 09 Dimensional Regulations Max allowed height has been exceeded Art. 51 Sec. 09 Dimensional Regulations Insufficient usable open space/unit Art. 51 Sec. 09 Dimensional Regulations Insufficient front yard setback Art. 51 Sec. 09 Dimensional Regulations Insufficient side yard setback Art. 51 Sec. 09 Dimensional Regulations Insufficient rear yard setback Article 51, Section 56 Off Street Parking Insufficient Article 51, Section 56 Off Street Loading Insufficient
Purpose: ARTICLE 80: Preserve the existing structure by relocating it closer to Commonwealth Avenue to construct a five-story mixed use building that will include approximately 25,475 GSF square feet of gross floor area and 26 residential homeownership units, including 4 IDP units, and 9 parking spaces.\ *Art 80 SPR
Email Contact:Stephanie.Haynes@Boston.Gov
The hearing can also be viewed via live-stream on the City’s website. Closed captioning is available.
Boston Landmarks Commission Public and Business Hearings
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
This hearing will only be held virtually and NOT in person. You can participate in this hearing by going to our online meeting or calling 646-828-7666 and entering meeting id #160 740 1753. You can also submit written comments or questions to blc@boston.gov.
I. DESIGN REVIEW HEARING – 4:00 PM
| APP#26.0829BLC | CHESTNUT HILL RESERVOIR & PUMPING STATIONS, BRIGHTONApplicant: Jeffrey Harris, MA Dept. of Conservation & RecreationReplace a portion of the existing Chestnut Hill Reservoir Trail and constructnew stormwater management features to improve drainage, including a new bioretention swale and bioretention rain garden. |
3. Business Hearing – 6:00 pm
5. Design Review Recap and Vote
| APP#26.0829BLC | CHESTNUT HILL RESERVOIR & PUMPING STATIONS, BRIGHTONApplicant: Jeffrey Harris, MA Dept. of Conservation & RecreationReplace a portion of the existing Chestnut Hill Reservoir Trail and constructnew stormwater management features to improve drainage, including a new bioretention swale and bioretention rain garden. |
470 Washington Street Abutters Meeting
Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services
Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
“Popeyes” seeking common victualler license, Sunday – Monday 10 a.m. – 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 a.m.
The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident’s positions on this proposal. This is a virtual meeting viaZoom.
Meeting ID: 160 340 7079
Please note, the City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s).
Email Contact: Sigurgeir Jonson (sigurgeir.jonson@boston.gov)
Design Review Office Hours
Boston Planning Department
Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 9:00 am – 11:00 am
If you own a home or business and want to make improvements to your property, you are invited to attend Design Review Office Hours with the Planning Department’s Urban Design staff. Bring your questions and/or plans to an in-person event, or join a virtual session. Questions staff can address include:
- What is design review and how will it fit into my project timeline?
- Will design review be required for my project?
- What materials may be needed for that review?
- Will I need to make changes to my project?
Building and design professionals are welcome, too! For more information, see our Guide to Small Scale Design Review.
How to participate
Email Contact: designreview@boston.gov
Flammable Storage and Garages hearing
Wednesday, April 29, 2026 @ 10:00 am
Phone Number: +1-478-352-1467
PIN: 937 934 957#
Agenda
Rehearing
33-39 Harvard Ave
51 Vehicle parking garage 1,020 Gallons of gas in the tanks of Vehicles
Eden Harvard LLC
Ad- Boston Herald
Email Contact: Brigid Kenny-White (Brigid.kenny@boston.gov)
Licensing Board Virtual Transactional Hearing
Wednesday, April 29, 2026 @ 10:00 am
5. Mothership Alewife LLC
D/B/A: Revival Cafe + Kitchen
60 WESTERN AV
ALLSTON, MA 02134
License #: LB-624267
Has applied for a Common Victualler License to be exercised on the above – 400SF, Quick-service café is located on the first floor of the One Milestone building at 60 Western Avenue in Lower Allston. The space is designed for takeout-focused service and includes seating for up to 10 guests. It does not have a full kitchen, making it ideal for light food preparation, beverages, or pre-prepared concepts. The café also features access to a private seasonal patio (April–November) with seating for up to 43 guests, operating during the same hours as the restaurant.
Manager: Audrey Donovan
Hours of Operation: 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
13 LLH, LLC
D/B/A: Trader Joe’s
199 N HARVARD ST
ALLSTON, MA 02134
License #: LB-314275
Holder of a Retail Package Store All-Alcoholic Beverages License has petitioned for a Change of Ownership Interest.
Attorney: Andrew F. Upton
14 186 HARVARD AVE BAR LLC
D/B/A: HAN
178 – 188 HARVARD AV
ALLSTON, MA 02134
License #: LB-99093
Holder of a Common Victualler 7 Day All-Alcoholic Beverages License has petitioned for Change of Ownership Interest. Secondly, has petitioned to change the manager of the license business – From: Daniel Stiffler To: Matthew Scibilia.
Attorney: Dennis A. Quilty
Email Contact: wendy.law@boston.gov
1223 Commonwealth Avenue Abutters Meeting
Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services
Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
“McDonalds” seeking to open 24 hours for delivery only
The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident’s positions on this proposal. This is a virtual meeting via Zoom.
Meeting ID: 160 834 4976
Please note, the City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s).
Email Contact: Sigurgeir Jonson (sigurgeir.jonson@boston.gov)
1200 Soldiers Field Road IAG Meeting
Boston Planning Department
Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
This is a Planning Department sponsored Impact Advisory Group (IAG) Meeting to discuss the proposed project located at 1200 Soldiers Field Road in the Allston neighborhood of Boston. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the Project Notification Form filed on March 27, 2026 and its potential impacts.
The Following Description has been provided by the proponent team: The Proponent (Thunderdome LLC) is proposing a new six (6) story multifamily residential building of approximately 67,000 gross square feet, with up to 58 dwelling units, 37 off-street vehicular parking spaces, resident and guest bicycle parking, a roof deck terrace and much-needed site and public realm improvements.
How to Participate
Please register for the meeting using the following Zoom registration link:
http://bosplans.org/1200SoldiersFieldRoad-IAGMeeting
Webinar ID: 160 815 5889
Email Contact: jack.gilman@boston.gov
Allston Multimodal Transportation Project Task Force Meeting
MassDOT
Thursday, April 30, 2026, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
On Thursday, April 30, MassDOT is holding a hybrid (in-person/online) Allston Multimodal Transportation Project Task Force Meeting. This meeting is open to the public.
If you’d like to attend virtually, please use the link to register via Zoom.
10 Park Plaza, Boston, MA 02116, in the Board Room on the 2nd floor
Email Contact: I-90Allston@dot.state.ma.us
Baseball Softball Opening Day (Flyer Attached)
The Brighton Bazaar (Flyer Attached)
Fixit Clinic Artisans Asylum
Sunday, May 3, 2026, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Fixit Clinics are free workshops where people bring broken stuff—from bikes to blenders to blazers—and volunteer coaches share their tools and know-how to help troubleshoot and (hopefully) repair items. These meet-ups build hands-on skills, confidence, community, and a culture of reuse and repair. The City of Boston Environment Department is partnering with the Artisan’s Asylum to host one of these events.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
- A broken gadget, small appliance, computer, toy, textile good, or other item
- Useful tools and parts, if you have them
- A description of what’s wrong and anything you’ve tried to fix it
- A desire to learn and share your knowledge!
These events are family-friendly and open to all.
Artisans Asylum
96 Holton St, Brighton
Email Contact: Allon Dubler
Updates
Conservation Commission Public Hearing
Wednesday, Aprill 22, 2026 @ 6:00 pm
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-21XX and BOS File No. 2026-XXX from Epsilon Associates, Inc., on behalf of the NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for the proposed installation of one (1) electric transmission cable beneath the Charles River and one (1) beneath the River Street Bridge at Cambridge Street (Soldiers Field Road), Allston, MA (LUWW, Fish Runs, 25ft Waterfront Area, 25ft Riverfront Area, 100ft Buffer to Inland Bank).
Video: 04.22.26 Boston Conservation Commission Public Hearing
Slide the time bar to 1:59
Outcome: Issue an order of conditions, with a set of special conditions, prior to construction approved.
Public Comments
Want to know more about the planning initiatives that are happening in Allston-Brighton? Check out The Boston Planning & Development Agency’s (BPDA) planning website https://www.bostonplans.org/planning-zoning/planning-initiatives/planning-in-allston-brighton to stay informed and learn about opportunities to comment. It is important to share direct community feedback about what is needed to make Allston-Brighton a great place to live and work now and in the future!
676 Washington Street (SPRA Comment Period End April 27, 2026)
201-207 Brighton Avenue (PNF Comment Period End May 1, 2026)
1200 Soldiers Field Road (PNF Comment Period End May 11, 2026)
Harvard Enterprise Research Campus (ERC) Phase B (Letter of Intent)
Allston-Brighton Community Plan (Comment Period)
Beacon Park Yard Regional Framework Plan (Comment Period)
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