Zoning board grants variances for 9‑unit condo at 10 Independence Ave after neighborhood debate over height and historic views

The Zoning Board of Appeals on Jan. 28 approved a variance and finding allowing developer plans to convert the triangular former gas station at 10 Independence Ave into a four‑story, nine‑unit condominium with 18 on‑site parking spaces.

The proposal, presented by attorney Jeff Toccio for Marina Bay Management and Services and designer Joshua Green of Crocker Design Group, also includes pedestrian and curb improvements around the five‑way Abigail Adams Square intersection and a sidewalk/streetscape package discussed with the city’s transportation staff.

Supporters said the property is obsolete as a service station and the redevelopment would improve safety and streetscape. “This is a tremendous opportunity to anchor the intersection and be able to justify work towards making this into a gateway,” Toccio told the…