Quincy General Developments

Upset this was reduced from it's original height. Also, this street is a one lane. There's no way they're going to be able to increase this to 3 as they've depicted in the rendering.
 
beck4537 said:
Upset this was reduced from it's original height. Also, this street is a one lane. There's no way they're going to be able to increase this to 3 as they've depicted in the rendering.
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It's really hard to justify high rise construction right now, the rents you need to cover the increased construction cost would tank the project immediately. Going from wood frame to steel/concrete is like $150k/unit.

Also, the single-lane part of Hancock St is further to the east, the section in front of this building includes the off-ramp portion from the Neponset Bridge (project site in red):
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Proposal for 9 Condos at 10 Independence Ave Approved

QUINCY – Despite outcry surrounding the height of a proposed nine-unit condominium near the Adams’ birthplaces, officials unanimously approved the project during a zoning board hearing Monday.

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While noting that some residents may be disappointed by the outcome, Ward 2 City Councilor Richard Ash lauded them speaking out to influence other major changes to the project, like removing the first-floor commercial space and refreshing the exterior appearance.

“Although they may be discouraged, other than that, everyone’s concerns were really listened to. They were heard,” Ash said.

The project isn’t just the building itself. It also includes intersection improvements, most notably a sidewalk and green space expansion to create a 21-foot buffer between the roadway and the front of the building.
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Really great job guys, awesome, you put in the work and succeeded in making this a worse project. Give yourselves a hand!
 
thatMFguy said:
It's really hard to justify high rise construction right now, the rents you need to cover the increased construction cost would tank the project immediately. Going from wood frame to steel/concrete is like $150k/unit.

Also, the single-lane part of Hancock St is further to the east, the section in front of this building includes the off-ramp portion from the Neponset Bridge (project site in red):
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Thanks. I stand corrected. Hopefully that Domino's stays. It's a clutch late night spot even though it's Dominos...
 

10-foot-tall statues of saints to adorn Quincy's new police headquarters. What they cost​

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“QUINCY ‒ The new $175 million police headquarters, one of the most expensive public buildings in Quincy's history, will receive a splashy finishing touch before it opens this autumn − two 10-foot-tall statues depicting St. Michael the Archangel and St. Florian, the patron saints of police and firefighters respectively.

The pair of bronze statues will cost a combined $850,000, according to the mayor's chief of staff, Chris Walker.

The building, which will also house the fire department's administrative offices and emergency services, began its planning phase in 2017…..”

https://www.patriotledger.com/story...-quincy-ma-st-michael-st-florian/78258726007/
 
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10-foot-tall statues of saints to adorn Quincy's new police headquarters. What they cost​

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“QUINCY ‒ The new $175 million police headquarters, one of the most expensive public buildings in Quincy's history, will receive a splashy finishing touch before it opens this autumn − two 10-foot-tall statues depicting St. Michael the Archangel and St. Florian, the patron saints of police and firefighters respectively.

The pair of bronze statues will cost a combined $850,000, according to the mayor's chief of staff, Chris Walker.

The building, which will also house the fire department's administrative offices and emergency services, began its planning phase in 2017…..”

https://www.patriotledger.com/story...-quincy-ma-st-michael-st-florian/78258726007/
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Think about all the steak tips we could've had.
 
Eastern Nazarene Campus Bought by Alumni Owned Private Equity Firm

Eastern Nazarene College has agreed to sell its Wollaston campus to a Kansas-based private equity and development firm with ties to the school.

Crain Company, whose founder Graham Crain earned a bachelor's degree from ENC in 2006, will be buying the campus for redevelopment, wrote the college’s president Rev. Dr. Colleen R. Derr in a letter to the college’s community this month.

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In December, the Quincy planning board endorsed a preliminary subdivision application submitted by the college. It proposed carving up the college campus into 30 single-family lots and two multifamily lots. A final subdivision plan will have to be considered in a public hearing, which could take several months. Mayor Thomas Koch previously said he would not support high-density housing on the site.

For now, Crain’s future plans for the campus include “redeveloping many of the existing structures for new purposes” and creating a mix of multifamily housing, town homes and senior residences, the letter said. Community amenities and green space are also being considered.

After the sale is finalized, Crain will work with the community on finer details. The firm also bought Campus Kinder Haus, which is a childcare center on the campus located on Old Colony Avenue and will keep the preschool in operation.
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The statues, unsurprisingly, generated some strong push-back. The city, true to form, is really annoyed that people feel entitled to have opinions and that someone "leaked" to the public that they were going to be part of the project.

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The statues have sparked debate, with residents and one elected official raising concerns that include the lack of public input, the $850,000 price tag, the separation of church and state and the violent design of St. Michael, who presses his foot onto the head and neck of a subdued demon writhing in pain.

Councilor-at-large Nina Liang asked Walker about future dialogue on the statues.

“If folks leave here today and they’re not happy, what is that next step?” she asked. “Like, what can they do?”

“Wait for the beautiful public art to appear on these buildings,” was the reply of the mayor’s chief of staff, Chris Walker, who elicited a chorus of groans from citizens and applause from firefighters and police attending the meeting.

“I’m not trying to be flip,” he continued. “The decision on this has been made. The mayor and his authority make these decisions.”

The $850,000 statues are 98.9% paid for, according to a contract document that itemizes expenses.
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QUINCY ‒ A developer has detailed plans to demolish the now-closed Grumpy White's restaurant on Sea Street and build an 18-unit apartment building in its place.

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The project will rise four stories on a half acre of land, Fleming said. It will include 17 parking spaces beneath the structure with an additional 29 spaces in a surface lot to the rear of the property.

The 18 apartments, two of which will be designated as "affordable," will be distributed evenly over the upper three floors, Fleming said. Households making 80% or less of the median area income qualify for "affordable" units.

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But city law restricts density by limiting developers to one residential unit for every 4,500 square feet of property. So, with 28,273 square feet of land, Le can only build six total units without a variance.

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Those [20 people] who attended the meeting said the project threatened to exacerbate traffic issues in the area and erode the character of the neighborhood.
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Really great they managed to get some apartments into this parking development.
 
Got a notice for a community meeting for a development across from Common Market restaurant on this block.
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February 19, 2025

COMMUNITY MEETING

Proposal for 622 Quarry Street Tuesday, March 4th at 6:30 PM Common Market Restaurant 97 Willard Street

Dear Neighbor,

I will be hosting a Community Meeting on Tuesday, March 4th at 6:30 pm at the Common Market Restaurant at 97 Willard Street to review and discuss a development proposal for 622 Quarry Street. The developer is seeking to redevelop the properties known as 86 & 92 Willard Street and 135 Robertson Street. The proposal consists of the removal of the existing structure and construction of a new fifty-eight (58) unit multifamily residential building with underground parking. A letter from the developer's attorney describing their plans in more detail can be found on the reverse side of this letter.

The developer and their attorney will be in attendance to present their plan, answer questions, hear your thoughts and take input from the residents who live in the nearby area. If you are interested in learning more about this proposal, I encourage you to attend and participate in this meeting. This project would also require the approval of the Zoning Board of Appeals and Planning Board prior to moving forward. Immediate abutters will receive notification from the Applicant if and when those meeting are scheduled.

As your Ward Councillor, one of my most important roles is to keep you informed of matters that may affect you. If you would like to receive the Ward 3 e-newsletter, which contains important community information, please send me an email at icain@quincyma.gov and I will add you to the list.
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Reverse side:
FLEMING & FLEMING, P.C.

Attorneys at Law

35 CLAY STREET QUINCY, MA 02170

EDWARD J. FLEMING ROBERT J. FLEMING JR

efleming @flemingpc.com

TEL NOS

(617) 472-5100

(617) 770-1100

FACSIMILE

(617)472-7602

February 19, 2025

Councilor Ian Cain

Councilor James Devine

1305 Hancock Street

Quincy, MA 02169

Re: 622 Quarry Street (86 & 92 Willard Street & 135 Roberson Street), West Quincy, MA

Councilors Cain & Devine:

Please be advised that this office represents 622 Quarry Street LLC regarding the redevelopment of properties known as 86 & 92 Willard Street and 135 Roberston Street in West Quincy. The properties are bordered by Willard, Robertson and Quarry Street and create a triangular shaped parcel, across from the Common Market and Fish & Chicken restaurants. The new address for the property will be known as 622 Quarry Street.

My client proposes the removal of the existing structures on the site and the construction of a new Fifty-Eight (58) unit multifamily residential building with parking under the building on two levels along with an exterior drop-off, delivery, and parking area. The new building will provide egress to the lower level of the garage parking from Quarry Street and egress to the second level from Willard Street. The exterior parking area will have access from Robertson Street and provide exterior space for deliveries, move-in and short-term visitor parking. The building will be Six (6) stories in height from Quarry and Five (5) stories from Willard and will include one & two bedroom units along with a gym, common room, and exterior roof decks for the tenants. The proposal will also include professionally designed drainage control measures to address run-off and drainage from the site as well as a professionally designed landscaping plan.

This proposal will require the review and approval of the City's Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals. We look forward to sharing these plans with the neighbors at a meeting on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at the Common Market restaurant.

Sincerely,

Edward J. Fleming
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120+ Units Proposed Near Wollaston MBTA in Quincy​

“A developer plans to demolish the existing 4-family buildings at 18-28 Old Colony Avenue in Quincy and construct a new 94-unit building with 97 parking spaces. Plans call for 1 & 2 bedroom units with an outdoor deck space for residents. The 30,000 square foot site is located just a short walk from the new renovated Wollaston MBTA Station. The same developer also filed plans for a smaller building at 38 Old Colony Avenue. This development would include 27 affordable units with 18 parking spaces.”

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120+ Units Proposed Near Wollaston MBTA in Quincy

90+ Units Proposed Near Wollaston MBTA in Quincy
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50+ Unit Multifamily Under Review in Quincy​

“Plans are under review for a 58-unit multifamily building at the intersection of Quarry, Robertson & Willard Street in Quincy. The project would include a mix of 1 & 2 bedroom units with 100+ parking spaces. Plans also show a gym, common room & roofdeck.”

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50+ Unit Multifamily Under Review in Quincy
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For the Quarry St proposal looks like they will demolish this granite house. But the vinyl clad insurance office landscaped with asphalt shall remain. I understand they don't own that property but... :confused:

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KCasiglio said:
We're talking literally a football field's length from the Wollaston platforms, what the hell are we even doing here?
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I admire your idealism, but car free in Quincy, even in this location, is a tough sell. A spot per unit seems reasonable to me, even though I do share your desire to see trends shift away from cars.
 
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