Council directive
Ban Waste Facilities Near Homes in Zoning Plan
Last activity June 26, 2026 (3 months ago)
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Introduced
June 22, 2026
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In committee
The committee decides whether to send it to the full council.
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Council vote
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Adopted
The City Council introduced an order to amend the Boston Zoning Code to restrict trash transfer stations and waste handling facilities in residential and mixed-use areas. The proposal adds buffer rules and anti-illegal dumping measures, with attention to environmental justice communities. It was referred to the Committee on Planning, Development and Transportation on June 24, 2026.
Affects Environmental justice communities, Black and Brown residents, and low-income residents
In Roxbury
Filed by Brian Worrell, Benjamin Jacob Weber, Enrique Pepén, Erin Murphy, Julia Mejia, Ruthzee Louijeune, Ed Flynn, Sharon Durkan, and Miniard Culpepper
Now with the Committee on Planning, Development and Transportation
About Environment & Climate , Health & Human Services and Housing & Development
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Official title
Order regarding a text amendment to the Boston Zoning Code to restrict trash transfer and waste-related uses and prevent illegal dumping in residential and mixed-use neighborhoods.
Timeline
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June 24, 2026
Referred to
City Council
Referred to the Committee on Planning, Development and Transportation.