On Tuesday, the City of Boston Board of Appeals approved a plan to replace two auto body shops with a 5-story, 36 unit building at 233 Hancock Street.
The proposed building would featuring 20 parking spots on the first floor and an art gallery.
According to Universal Hub, there will be twelve studio apartments, twelve 1 bedroom, eight 2 bedroom and four 3 bedrooms. There units will all be rental with the plan of five being “affordable” rent.
The Boston Planning and Development Agency has already approved this proposal.
Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.