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Engage with community members on Boston's Planning Department's proposal from the Draft Roslindale Square Small Area Plan, which "sets out a 5-10 year framework for public investment and future development in Roslindale Square across a range of topic areas."

To submit an official public comment, use the feedback form at https://www.bostonplans.org/planning-zoning/planning-initiatives/roslindale-square#feedback by January 31.

50 proposals

LD-1A: Encourage a mix of land uses, including those that promote community gathering. Ensure zoning affirms prized existing uses...

T-7: Provide additional passenger amenities at the high-ridership bus stops at Washington St/Firth Rd (northbound)

AC-2: If Washington Street is restored to 2-way directionality, explore a more regular closure and cultural activation of Poplar Street

LD-2: Incorporate the Land Use and Design Framework and updated zoning regulations into the ongoing review of proposed projects.

H-4: Develop guidelines for parcel acquisition in Squares + Streets districts to support housing production

H-6: Conduct an updated parking utilization study of the Taft Hill parking lot to assess current needs before the public disposition process

H-2: Request a higher proportion of 2+ bedroom Inclusionary Zoning units to be provided in new residential development

SB-6: Develop citywide tracking mechanism for commercial vacancies

H-7: If funding allows, prioritize mixed-income housing, including income-restricted units for households earning <60% AMI, on public parcels...

H-3: Prioritize the inclusion of 2+ bedroom income-restricted units on public parcels being developed for housing

T-3: If two-way operations are restored on Washington St, explore expanding the Poplar St sidewalk along Adams Park and/or making Poplar St a shared street.

T-10b: Continue to advocate for lower fares (Zone 1A) to reduce financial barriers to the Commuter Rail.

LD-3: Complete an Area Form update for the Roslindale Square Area to file with the Massachusetts Historical Commission (MHC)

Improve Healy Field with investment in the stands and pavilion, pathway network, additional seating, picnic tables, and shade structures

SB-7: Expand marketing outreach for the Legacy Business Program...

T-10a: Identify investments that are required to increase train frequency

AC-5: Promote the inclusion of public art in new development that reflects the cultural diversity of the Roslindale community and follows MOAC guidelines for public art on private property.

H-5: Start a public process to determine the land uses and public amenities for the Taft Hill municipal parking lot

SB-1: Promote desired new business types in the Square through new development or reuse of existing or vacant buildings

OR-5: Compile alternative funding sources for park improvements requested by the community

SB-4: Request new Article 80 developments in Roslindale Square to contribute a monetary donation to local business support organizations

H-1: Encourage an additional percentage of rental units to be offered to housing voucher holders in new developments subject to AFFH

T-9: New or relocated Bluebikes Station closer to the Roslindale Village Commuter Rail Station

SB-8: Establish digital marketing and sales support for brick and mortar businesses

OR-3: Green Infrastructure should be prioritized in all public realm improvements.

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