Boston Office of Historic Preservation

The Aberdeen Architectural Conservation District Commission will hold its next public hearing on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 4:00 PM virtually through Zoom.

Read the official public notice and agenda: https://www.boston.gov/public-notices/16585771

Mayor Michelle Wu and the City of Boston have released a new Climate Action Plan, a clear roadmap for cutting emissions and preparing for climate change. Led by Chief Climate Officer Brian Swett and the envrionment Energy, and Open Space Cabinet, the Plan focuses on reducing pollution, improving resilience, and guiding how the city grows.

The Plan sets targets for 2030 on the way to carbon neutrality by 2050. It prioritizes cutting emissions from buildings, the city’s largest source of carbon production, along with expanding clean energy, electrification, and climate-ready infrastructure. Equity is central, ensuring all neighborhoods benefit.

For preservationists, the message is straightforward: climate action must include existing buildings. In Boston, where more than 75 percent of buildings are over 50 years old, reusing and upgrading them will reduce carbon by avoiding demolition and new construction.

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Environment Boston

The Boston Landmarks Commission has received a complete Article 85 Demolition Delay application for 117 and 123-127 Heath Street (AKA the Eblana Brewing Company) in Jamaica Plain. Staff has determined that this property does have historic significance. This proposal will be discussed at the upcoming hearing for the Boston Landmarks Commission scheduled for Tuesday, May 26, 2026

To submit a public comment click here:
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The South End Landmark District Commission will hold its monthly public hearing on June 2, 2026 at 5:30pm.

Link to public notice: https://www.boston.gov/public-notices/16584686

The Mission Hill Triangle Architectural Conservation District hearing scheduled for 6-4-26 has been cancelled because no cases are pending before the Commission.

Hey Boston, summer is just around the corner! Remember, Boston’s historic commissions do not regulate portable or window air conditioning units. Stay cool this summer!

To learn more about regulations in Boston’s historic districts, visit Boston.gov/landmarks

The Highland Park Architectural Conservation Commission's hearing originally scheduled for 5-28-2026 has been cancelled due to no cases are pending before the Commission.

The Beacon Hill Architectural Commission will hold its next monthly public hearing on Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM, held virtually through Zoom.

Review the official public notice and agenda: https://ow.ly/L98g50YYcwL

The Bay State Road/Back Bay West Area Architectural Conservation District Commission will hold its next monthly public hearing virtually on 5-12-2026 at 5pm. Details: https://www.boston.gov/public-notices/16578816

The Monument Square Landmark District Study Committee will meet on May 13, 2026, virtually. The public notice and Zoom link can be found here: https://www.boston.gov/public-notices/16577976