Viewing posts from: July 2018
26Jul
BRA NEWS | BPDA APPROVALS
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BPDA Approves 870 New Residential Units This month, the Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA) approved four new development projects. The projects will add 870 residential units, 190 which will be affordable. Since the start of 2018, 2,908 housing units have been approved in the city. From Boston Plans: 217 Albany Street to bring innovative residential […]

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26Jul
BRA NEWS | ICSC RECAP
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Last week, ICSC held its annual New England Conference in Boston’s Hynes Convention Center. The three-day event, led by Jon Olinto and Chris Rondeau, covered fascinating topics in real estate with presentations including ‘Future Innovation & Technology’ and ‘Women and Real Estate.’ Boston Realty Advisors’ Managing Director & Partner Whitney Gallivan spoke on a panel […]

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27Jul
BRA RESEARCH | NORTH STATION
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The Urban Renewal of North Station Boston’s North Station is overdue for some upkeep. Located between five thriving sub-markets and known as a central transportation hub in the Greater Boston Area, North Station has seen a surge in population growth and dramatic developmental progress.  North Station’s connectivity to the West End and Massachusetts General Hospital […]

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16Jul
BRA NEWS | HOTEL ALEXANDRA REVIVAL?
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Is Hotel Alexandra Coming Back? The recent completion of the AC Hotel at Ink Block, combined with the current renovations at 40 Berkeley and the upcoming preservation of the Alexandra Hotel – marks the resurgence of the hotel market in the South End. While these are just a few hotel developments in the city, their […]

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18Jul
BRA EXCLUSIVE | MAKING SPACE FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
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New bill may impose special zoning regulations on chain stores Travelling through Boston, one would be hard-pressed to find a street without a Dunkin’ Donuts or Starbucks sign hanging over the sidewalk. While these stores are great for a quick cup of coffee, they also do a tremendous job of crowding out small businesses. According […]

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