Building upon the City’s Article 80 modernization work, we are launching a beta version of an overhauled permitting process for building construction.
This initial launch focuses on projects between 20,000 to 50,000 sq. ft.
The new experience aims to increase transparency, simplify the permitting process, reduce approval times, and eliminate conflicting guidance from City departments.
Dedicated supportfrom a single assigned City staffer, from project initiation through building permit
Consolidatedreview periods
Clear deadlinesto make the process more predictable
As with any beta launch, we know this first attempt will require edits and updates.
We are prepared and excited to work together with applicants to fine-tune this process and help us achieve a seamless experience.
We plan to expand the changes to buildings 50,000 sqft and above in 2027.
This work is part of alarger interdepartmental initiativewith over 30 team members across the Mayor’s Office, the Department of Innovation and Technology, Planning, and Law.
Over 200 stakeholders across the City have participated in bringing this effort to life.
Our goal is totransform permittingsuch that Bostonians can rely on a predictable, transparent, and efficient experience from the first moment they contact the City.
Reach out to the team at:permittingtransformation@boston.gov