Boston Zoning Board Grants Deferrals, Takes No Substantive Action Tuesday

BOSTON — August 2, 2022 — Boston Zoning Board of Appeal grants back-to-back deferrals, decides nothing at August 2 session. The board, sitting with six members — one short of the seven typically seated — reminded applicants that five votes were required for approval, prompting both parties scheduled for the morning rediscussion block to request administrative deferrals rather than risk a failed vote. Attorney John Pulgini of Braintree secured a deferral for a property at 289 Cherokee Street in Mission Hill, continued to August 23 at 11:30 a.m. Attorney Ryan Spitz of Adams and Morancy won a deferral for 8284 Boston Street in South Boston, with a return date not fully captured in the record. Both votes were unanimous, with Chair Mark Fortune, and members Dong, Better, and Araujo recorded in support on each.