Navigating the Approval Process for Building Projects

The process involves applying to the board of appeal to obtain a docket number, followed by a neighborhood meeting arranged by the mayor's office of neighborhood services. This meeting allows you to present your project to neighbors for feedback. For small projects, you should file an application with the Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA) concurrently with applying for your building permit. This process gives you an indication of the project's prospects before proceeding further.