Boston Zoning Board Approved New Neponset Avenue Apartments
The board authorized a four-story, ten-unit residential project to replace a parking lot on Neponset Avenue.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Commercial
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The Boston Zoning Board of Appeal has approved the construction of a new four-story, ten-unit apartment building at 372 Neponset Avenue. The project replaces an existing parking lot and includes space for vehicles as part of the development plan.
Why it matters
The development contributes to the city housing supply by adding new units, including two reserved for residents at lower income levels. It also represents a shift in land use for the Dorchester site by transitioning from a parking facility to residential space.
The building features 10 two-bedroom apartments and 13 parking spaces. Two of these units are reserved for residents earning no more than 60% of the Boston area median income.
The players
Boston Zoning Board of Appeal
This municipal agency is responsible for reviewing and granting variances for development projects within the city of Boston.
Paul Adamson
He is the owner of the property located at 372 Neponset Avenue.
The details
Property owner Paul Adamson received approval for the project after the board granted necessary variances for building height, lot density, parking capacity, and proximity to neighboring lots. The new structure will stand four stories tall at the site of a former parking lot.
Timeline
September 22, 2026: The Zoning Board of Appeal approved the project.
Culture Shift
The approval signals a move toward higher density residential infill in urban neighborhoods that were previously utilized for low-intensity land uses like parking lots. This project follows broader metropolitan trends of redeveloping underutilized urban land to address regional housing demand.
Residents in the Dorchester area will see the transformation of a parking lot into a residential building over time. This change will ultimately provide two apartments for local families meeting specific income eligibility requirements.
The takeaway
The approval of this project demonstrates how developers navigate zoning variances to increase residential capacity in established neighborhoods. Prospective renters should monitor local housing listings as new two-bedroom options become available in the Dorchester market.
Further reading
For additional context on urban development in the area, read more in our Commercial section.
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