Recently active Boston legislation

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  • 2026-0809 · Council directive · Fenway-Kenmore and Jamaica Plain · Introduced April 13, 2026

    Remove Residential Parking Minimums to Expand Housing

    Boston proposes a Text Amendment to remove off-street parking minimums for new residential development.

    Being reviewed In committee, step 2 of 4 updated June 4, 2026

  • 2026-0177 · Request for a public hearing · South End and Roxbury · Introduced January 23, 2026

    Hold Mass & Cass safety hearing on quality of life

    This matter would hold a City Council hearing on public safety and quality-of-life concerns at Mass & Cass and surrounding neighborhoods.

    Being reviewed In committee, step 2 of 4 updated March 2, 2026

  • 2026-0208 · Request for a public hearing · Dorchester · Introduced January 23, 2026

    Schedule hearing to address problem properties in Boston

    This item requests a City Council hearing to review problem properties and how the City uses enforcement tools, including fines for absentee landlords.

    Being reviewed In committee, step 2 of 4 updated February 8, 2026