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Mission Hill Triangle Architectural Conservation District

The Mission Hill Triangle Architectural Conservation District was designated in 1985.

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The Mission Hill Triangle Architectural Conservation District Commission (MHTACDC) meets on the third Tuesday of each month to review proposed exterior design changes and alterations. Interested in becoming a commissioner? Please see details about nomination in the district's Study Report and check the commission information section at the bottom of this page. If you see an "apply online" button, we have an opening on the commission and you're able to apply for it.

Design Review Process

All exterior work proposed on front elevations, side elevations, or on rooftops that is (or will be) visible from any public way requires the review of the MHTACDC - the exception is work at rear elevations. You must submit a Design Approval Application to the Commission and it must be approved by the Commission before beginning any work subject to Commission review.

Apply For Design Review Online

  • To save time and costs, please contact staff early in the planning process to determine project compliance with the standards and criteria.
  • Review all instructions and documentation requirements before submitting your application to ensure it is complete. Only complete applications will be added to a public hearing agenda.
  • Please review all instructions and documentation requirements before submitting your online application.
  • Submit your application well in advance of a filing deadline in case it is marked incomplete and additional or revised information needs to be submitted.
  • Staff is not available to review applications for completeness immediately upon submittal.
  • Do not begin any work, or buy materials, until after you have received confirmation you project has been approved.
History

Development in the Mission Hill Triangle (MHT) area began in 1872, nearly all are remarkably well preserved. Mission Hill is a neighborhood in Roxbury, annexed to Boston in 1868. MHT buildings are mostly two-story brick rowhouses, some with brownstone, sandstone, or marble facing. These rowhouses are typically set back from the sidewalk, allowing for small, landscaped front yards. Huntington Avenue was cut through the area in 1882, spurring construction of three-story, multi-family residences at the ends of Worthington and Wigglesworth Streets, and four-story single family houses on Huntington Avenue. MHT remains substantially intact, retaining much of its original character and intimacy. 

For further historical background please see Mission Hill Triangle Architectural Conservation District Study Report.

Resources

Resources
1. CHECK TO SEE IF YOU'RE IN THE DISTRICT:
2. FIND OUT WHAT WORK IS ALLOWED:
3. WHEN CAN MY APPLICATION GET ON THE AGENDA?
4. APPLY FOR WORK
5. RECEIVE DECISION LETTER
  • Once your application has been ruled on by the commission, your decision letter will be emailed to you.
  • If approved, use the decision letter to obtain your building permit with the building department. Be sure to display your approval placard on site, visible to the public, for the duration of the project. 
2023 MHTACD minutes
2022 MHTACD minutes
MHTACD Agendas 2023
MHTACD Agendas 2022
MHTACD Hearing Recording 2023
  • MHTACD January 5, 2023 
  • MHTACD February 2, 2023 (cancellation) 
  • MHTACD March 2, 2023 (cancellation) 
  • MHTACD April 6, 2023
  • MHTACD May 4, 2023 
  • MHTACD June 1, 2023
  • MHTACD July 6, 2023
  • MHTACD August 3, 2023
  • MHTACD September 7, 2023 (cancellation) 
  • MHTACD October 5, 2023 (cancellation) 
MHTACD Hearing Recording 2022

Commission Info

  • Department:
    Environment Dept
  • Authority:
    State
  • Term:
    3 years
  • Stipend:
    No
  • Total Seats:
    7
Resources:
Enabling legislation
Boards and commissions information
We have openings:
Apply online

Current members

Member Appointed Expires Status
Kirsten Hoffman 9/23/2016 6/30/2018 Holdover
Patricia Tongue Edraos 12/15/2021 6/30/2022 Holdover
Cindy Gura Walling 12/15/2021 6/30/2022 Holdover
Katie Genovese 12/15/2021 6/30/2023 Active
Ellen Moore 12/15/2021 6/30/2023 Active

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