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Landmarks Commission
Located within the
Office of Historic Preservation
, the Landmarks Commission (BLC) and 10 historic district commissions recognize, preserve, and protect Boston's built heritage and history. Local volunteers serve as commissioners.
Page Sections
The Office of Historic Preservation
(OHP) also includes the
City Archaeology Program
and the
Commemoration Commission
. OHP is part of the Environment, Energy, and Open Space Cabinet. Learn about how
Landmarks works to protect Boston’s historic resources
while promoting the environmental benefits of our existing historic buildings and open spaces.
All commissioners are residents of Boston and nominated by neighborhood groups and professional organizations. They are appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by City Council. BLC staff support each commissions' work. Find specifics about commissioner appointments in the Landmarks Commission's
enabling legislation
, and in each
study report
.
You can now apply for design review for the 10 historic districts and individual landmarks online!
Boston Landmarks Commission Online Portal
Use our online portal to:
Apply for Design Review
Apply for Article 85 (Demolition Delay)
Review past Demolition Delay applications
Report a violation
Submit a public comment
View translated applications
Portal troubleshooting
Contact
617-635-1935
send an email
26 Court Street
2nd Floor
Boston
,
MA
02108
United States
Daily Hours
Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (In person meetings by appointment only)
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1975-2025
CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF THE BOSTON LANDMARKS COMMISSION
Learn More
Get started
Apply for design review online
Translated Applications
Article 85 Demolition Delay
Search a map of historic landmarks and districts
Designating landmarks in Boston
2026 public hearing dates
Landmarks common questions and answers
Approved final study reports
List of all submitted petitions
Sign up for our Monthly Newsletter!
Research and technical assistance
Historic Preservation Funding Resources
Pending Landmark Study Reports Under Review
Landmarks / Historic District Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Data
What is Archaeology?
What's in an Archaeological Dig?
Public hearings and meetings
Hearings
Boston Landmarks Commission
Apr 28
Monument Square Landmark District Study Committee
Apr 29
Search public notices
Article 85 Demolition Delay
Article 85 Demolition Delay
Before demolishing a building in Boston, owners must submit an Article 85 application.
Individual Landmarks
Individual Landmarks
We review proposed changes to individually landmarked buildings, landscapes, and objects - each historic district has its own commission.
Historic Districts
Historic Districts
Aberdeen Architectural Conservation District
Brighton
The Aberdeen Architectural Conservation District was designated in 2002.
Back Bay Architectural District
Back Bay
The Back Bay Architectural District was established in 1966 and expanded in 1974, 1979, and 1981.
Bay Village Historic District
Bay Village
The Bay Village Historic District was designated in 1983.
Historic Beacon Hill District
Beacon Hill
The Historic Beacon Hill District was established in 1955, and expanded in 1958, 1963, 1975 and 2024.
Bay State Road/Back Bay West Area Architectural Conservation District
Back Bay
The Bay State Road/Back Bay West Architectural Conservation District was designated in 1979.
Fort Point Channel Landmark District
South Boston
The Fort Point Channel Landmark District was designated in 2009. The Fort Point Channel Landmark District Commission's...
Highland Park Architectural Conservation District
Roxbury
The Highland Park Architectural Conservation District was designated in 2022.
Mission Hill Triangle Architectural Conservation District
Mission Hill
The Mission Hill Triangle Architectural Conservation District was designated in 1985.
Monument Square Landmark District Study
Charlestown
On July 26, 2022, the Boston Landmarks Commission accepted for further study a petition submitted by registered voters...
St. Botolph Area Architectural Conservation District
Fenway/Kenmore
The Saint Botolph Area Architectural Conservation District was designated in 1981.
South End Landmark District
South End
The South End Landmark District was designated in 1983.
Contact
617-635-1935
send an email
26 Court Street
2nd Floor
Boston
,
MA
02108
United States
Daily Hours
Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (In person meetings by appointment only)
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Landmarks Commission
Located within the
Office of Historic Preservation
, the Landmarks Commission (BLC) and 10 historic district commissions recognize, preserve, and protect Boston's built heritage and history. Local volunteers serve as commissioners.
Page Sections
The Office of Historic Preservation
(OHP) also includes the
City Archaeology Program
and the
Commemoration Commission
. OHP is part of the Environment, Energy, and Open Space Cabinet. Learn about how
Landmarks works to protect Boston’s historic resources
while promoting the environmental benefits of our existing historic buildings and open spaces.
All commissioners are residents of Boston and nominated by neighborhood groups and professional organizations. They are appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by City Council. BLC staff support each commissions' work. Find specifics about commissioner appointments in the Landmarks Commission's
enabling legislation
, and in each
study report
.
You can now apply for design review for the 10 historic districts and individual landmarks online!
Boston Landmarks Commission Online Portal
Use our online portal to:
Apply for Design Review
Apply for Article 85 (Demolition Delay)
Review past Demolition Delay applications
Report a violation
Submit a public comment
View translated applications
Portal troubleshooting
Contact
617-635-1935
send an email
26 Court Street
2nd Floor
Boston
,
MA
02108
United States
Daily Hours
Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (In person meetings by appointment only)
icon-twitter
icon-facebook
icon-instagram
icon-youtube
icon-bluesky
icon-linkedin
1975-2025
CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF THE BOSTON LANDMARKS COMMISSION
Learn More
Get started
Apply for design review online
Translated Applications
Article 85 Demolition Delay
Search a map of historic landmarks and districts
Designating landmarks in Boston
2026 public hearing dates
Landmarks common questions and answers
Approved final study reports
List of all submitted petitions
Sign up for our Monthly Newsletter!
Research and technical assistance
Historic Preservation Funding Resources
Pending Landmark Study Reports Under Review
Landmarks / Historic District Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Data
What is Archaeology?
What's in an Archaeological Dig?
Public hearings and meetings
Hearings
Boston Landmarks Commission
Apr 28
Monument Square Landmark District Study Committee
Apr 29
Search public notices
Article 85 Demolition Delay
Article 85 Demolition Delay
Before demolishing a building in Boston, owners must submit an Article 85 application.
Individual Landmarks
Individual Landmarks
We review proposed changes to individually landmarked buildings, landscapes, and objects - each historic district has its own commission.
Historic Districts
Historic Districts
Aberdeen Architectural Conservation District
Brighton
The Aberdeen Architectural Conservation District was designated in 2002.
Back Bay Architectural District
Back Bay
The Back Bay Architectural District was established in 1966 and expanded in 1974, 1979, and 1981.
Bay Village Historic District
Bay Village
The Bay Village Historic District was designated in 1983.
Historic Beacon Hill District
Beacon Hill
The Historic Beacon Hill District was established in 1955, and expanded in 1958, 1963, 1975 and 2024.
Bay State Road/Back Bay West Area Architectural Conservation District
Back Bay
The Bay State Road/Back Bay West Architectural Conservation District was designated in 1979.
Fort Point Channel Landmark District
South Boston
The Fort Point Channel Landmark District was designated in 2009. The Fort Point Channel Landmark District Commission's...
Highland Park Architectural Conservation District
Roxbury
The Highland Park Architectural Conservation District was designated in 2022.
Mission Hill Triangle Architectural Conservation District
Mission Hill
The Mission Hill Triangle Architectural Conservation District was designated in 1985.
Monument Square Landmark District Study
Charlestown
On July 26, 2022, the Boston Landmarks Commission accepted for further study a petition submitted by registered voters...
St. Botolph Area Architectural Conservation District
Fenway/Kenmore
The Saint Botolph Area Architectural Conservation District was designated in 1981.
South End Landmark District
South End
The South End Landmark District was designated in 1983.
Contact
617-635-1935
send an email
26 Court Street
2nd Floor
Boston
,
MA
02108
United States
Daily Hours
Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (In person meetings by appointment only)
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