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Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc.
The Point, Boston
anticipated to begin within approximately six months following Article 80 approval followed by construction
(scheduled to begin in fall 2013). Construction is anticipated to be complete within 24 months.
Summary of Key Findings
Construction impacts are temporary in nature and are typically related to air (dust), noise, and runoff. During
construction, measures will be implemented to minimize water quality impacts and avoid impacts to
abutters. A plan to control construction-related impacts including erosion, sedimentation, and other pollutant
sources during construction and any land disturbance activities shall be developed and implemented. In
order to manage construction worker and vehicle traffic to/from the Project Site, the Proponent will work
with the BTD to develop a site specific Construction Management Plan (CMP). The construction
specifications will include measures to mitigate fugitive dust emissions. Heavy machinery is expected to be
used intermittently throughout the Project’s construction phases, typically during daytime periods. The
Proponent will prepare and adhere to a rodent control program prior to demolition and on a regular basis
throughout the duration of construction. Fencing and signage will be posted to alert pedestrians of
construction activities as well as personnel to the safety requirements. Coordination with the Boston Police
Department will be essential in providing safe travel routes for pedestrians during peak construction periods.
Site Preparation, Construction Staging, and Water
Quality
The Proponent will continue to work and coordinate with the utility companies to assure compliance and
integrity of the Project. During construction, measures will be implemented to minimize water quality
impacts and avoid impacts to abutters. A plan to control construction-related impacts including erosion,
sedimentation, and other pollutant sources during construction and any land disturbance activities shall be
developed and implemented, in accordance with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
(NPDES) General Permit requirements. Additionally, any construction dewatering discharges will be
appropriately controlled and discharged in accordance with the NPDES state and local dewatering standards.
Construction Traffic and Parking
Construction workers and construction trucks will be properly managed to eliminate significant impacts on
traffic conditions on surrounding streets during construction. The Proponent will work with the BTD to
develop a site specific Construction Management Plan (CMP).
The following elements are typically addressed in the CMP:
Designation of truck routes for deliveries
Protection of pedestrian walkways
Location and sizing of staging areas for on-site storage of construction materials
Definition of worker parking parameters and measures to maximize related use of public transportation
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