Boston Landmarks Commission
The Boston Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, December 9, 2026, at 5 p.m.
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 #160 672 3174. You can also submit written comments or questions to blc@boston.gov.
Discussion Topics
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Design Review
APP #26.0468 FPC
15 CHANNEL CENTER STREET
Applicant: Andrea Sonan, Building Envelope Technologies
At the rear of 15 Channel Center Street replace “Fire Escape B” in kind. Address masonry repairs around fire escape as needed.
APP #26.0485 BLC
33 UNION STREET
Applicant: Luis Fernando, RODE Architects
Restore storefront windows, entry doors, signage, and glass block entry flooring; install two blade signs; replace two light fixtures with pendant fixtures; replace bookstore door; replace window on Scott Alley with an operable window; replace three windows on Marsh Lane in-kind; at Salt Lane clean and repaint building, replace two entry doors in-kind, install ADA compliant handrails, and install lighting.
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Administrative Review
APP #26.0393 BSR
25 BAY STATE ROAD
Replace eight non-historic windows in-kind.
APP #26.0479 BSR
MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS
465 HUNTINGTON AVENUE
Repoint masonry, replace flashing at balconies and waterproof drains.
APP #26.0433 BLC
U.S. CUSTOM HOUSE
3 MCKINLEY SQUARE
Repair, repoint and clean masonry, replace stucco and numeral and minute marker at clock face, install zinc-coated copper flashing at cornices, repair copper window frames, and replace window sealants.
- Business Hearing
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Ratification of Minutes
Commission to vote on meeting minutes from November 12, 2025 meeting.
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Design Review Recap and Vote
APP #26.0468 FPC
15 CHANNEL CENTER STREET
Applicant: Andrea Sonan, Building Envelope Technologies
At the rear of 15 Channel Center Street replace “Fire Escape B” in kind. Address masonry repairs around fire escape as needed.
APP #26.0485 BLC
33 UNION STREET
Applicant: Luis Fernando, RODE Architects
Restore storefront windows, entry doors, signage, and glass block entry flooring; install two blade signs; replace two light fixtures with pendant fixtures; replace bookstore door; replace window on Scott Alley with an operable window; replace three windows on Marsh Lane in-kind; at Salt Lane clean and repaint building, replace two entry doors in-kind, install ADA compliant handrails, and install lighting.
ADMINISTRATIVE APPROVAL ITEMS
Review Motion and Vote
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Demolition Delay (Article 85)
D.25.0310 - 40R - 42 TEMPLE STREET, MATTAPANProposed demolition of 40R - 42 Temple Street, MattapanDiscussion and Vote
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Staff Updates
First commission hearing of 2026 will be Tuesday, January 13, 2026.