The Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey administration has announced a new housing-focused proposal for the redevelopment of Paul Rudolph’s Boston Government Service Center. The plan replaces a previous proposal by NBBJ to turn the Erich Lindemann and Charles F. Hurley buildings into an office block with labs for scientific research. With the demand for office space decreasing, the state is now focusing on meeting the benchmarked demand for over 69,000 new homes by 2030. The administration has highlighted the architectural significance of the site’s mid-century design and has committed to prioritizing historic preservation in the redevelopment process. A formal request for proposal (RFP) for the new plan could be released later this year. This shift in direction towards housing development reflects the changing needs and priorities of the state, aiming to repurpose a historically significant building complex into a solution for the growing demand for housing in the area. The redevelopment of the Boston Government Service Center is now poised to contribute to the state’s efforts to address the housing crisis and provide more residential options for its residents.
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