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Boston Working Waterfront Subdistricts

Provisions in Boston’s zoning code establish subdistricts within some of which projects must maintain 30% permeable space on the lot.

Link:

  • Boston, Mass. Zoning Code § 42B-15

Policy Details:

Locale: Boston, Massachusetts [Northeast]
Climate zone: Zone 5A: Cool Humid
Jurisdiction: Municipality [>150K]
Smart Surface(s): Porous/Permeable Pavement
Policy Type(s): City Code, Zoning

Citation:

Boston, Mass. Zoning Code § 42B-15

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