Underground utility requirement on renovations
Summary
Two separate applicants showed that forcing overhead wires underground during small renovations can cost tens of thousands and disrupt streets. Board members said they may ask the City Council to limit the requirement to new construction.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Compliance can cost homeowners tens of thousands of dollars in excavation and sidewalk restoration.
Renovating homeowners who can keep overhead service.
Mentions & discussions (1)
Related development
App. #ZBR-26-32 — 9-11 Broadway utilities variance
Determines whether overhead or buried utilities front a visible Broadway parcel.
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Determines whether overhead or buried utilities serve this residential parcel.
9-11 Broadway underground utility variance
Avoids disruptive street excavation near the Colony House area.
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