For 90 years, a monastery in Boston housed Poor Clare Nuns, but now it's empty following their move. A developer aims to convert the building into affordable senior apartments while also constructing new condos. City officials and the Arboretum are engaged in discussions about the project's impact on community views and the Arboretum's space. Concerns have been raised regarding shadows and aesthetics, which led to the project being sent back for revisions. The challenge remains to fulfill housing needs while preserving historic and public spaces.
Now city officials, the developer, and those who love the Arboretum are navigating a tricky balancing act: preserve the monastery, build housing, and protect the Arboretum.
The latest proposal includes renovating the monastery into 38 affordable senior apartments and adding a new four-story, 85-unit condo building.
City Hall and the Arboretum agree on the need for more affordable housing while seeking to protect the region's public space.
Developer John Holland has spent years grappling with the site's sensitivities; he wants to build but needs a plan to attract investors.
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