South Boston Waterfront Sustainable Transportation Plan

This site shares information about the Plan and helps gather community feedback to shape access and mobility solutions for the future. You can review key documents, track meeting updates, and see the goals guiding near-term and long-term improvements.

About the Plan

Background

Infrastructure planning and investment set in motion more than three decades ago have spurred a steady pace of private sector investment and redevelopment in the Waterfront. Faster than expected growth has increased tourism and commercial activity as well as resident population, creating congestion and mobility challenges that can affect the adjoining South Boston neighborhood and surrounding streets.

A sustainable transportation plan that supports the 21st-century Waterfront, prioritizes system investments, and improves the public realm helps the district function better today while preparing for future demand.

Vision

Long-term

The vision for the South Boston Waterfront is to realize its full transformation to a distinct and vibrant neighborhood within the City of Boston that supports a broad cross-section of the region?s economic drivers, provides residential space and quality of life for a diversity of Boston?s residents, and remains a memorable, accessible destination for visitors.

  • Access that works Reliable routes and choices for walking, biking, transit, and vehicles across different times of day.
  • Public realm quality Comfortable streets and open spaces that are safe, legible, and welcoming year-round.
  • Smart investment Prioritized actions that deliver near-term improvements and support long-term transformation.

What the Plan seeks to do

Goals
  • Improve access and mobility for all Better connections and safer movement for residents, workers, and visitors.
  • Support economic growth and vitality Keep the district accessible and functional as development continues.
  • Enhance the public realm Invest in streetscape conditions that encourage healthy, convenient travel.
  • Contribute environmental and health benefits Reduce congestion impacts and enable more sustainable travel behavior.
  • Invest smartly for the future Sequence improvements to balance immediate wins and durable outcomes.

Operational readiness

Continuity

Large planning efforts also benefit from everyday readiness: facilities, offices, and community spaces sometimes face unexpected building issues, especially during periods of heavy construction activity or severe weather.

In those moments, teams may coordinate with a water damage restoration in Boston to stabilize affected areas and limit downtime for essential operations. Strong continuity planning helps keep schedules stable while long-term transportation improvements move forward.

Comfort and usability

Facilities

The Waterfront?s success depends not only on mobility, but also on the comfort and reliability of the spaces people use every day?workplaces, public venues, and community locations.

When indoor air quality and lingering odors become a concern in high-traffic properties, organizations sometimes engage odor removal services in Boston to restore normal conditions and keep spaces usable during peak periods. These practical interventions support the broader goal of a district that works well for everyone.

Implementation logistics

Coordination

Plan implementation often involves coordination across agencies, contractors, and community partners. During facility transitions, relocations, or temporary moves connected to project phases, predictable logistics reduce disruption and help maintain public services.

For those cases, teams may work with a Boston moving company to manage timelines, protect equipment, and keep operations organized. Clear logistics help the Plan?s recommendations translate into smooth, on-the-ground progress.

Language access

Support

If information is needed in another language, please contact Rachel Hammerman at 617-357-5772, x 10.

Caso necessite de informacoes em outro idioma, favor entrar em contato com Rachel Hammerman pelo fone 617-357-5772, ramal 10.

Si necesita informacion en otro idioma, por favor contacte a Rachel Hammerman al 617-357-5772, extension 10.