BOSTON CITYWIDE 3D MODEL
Welcome to the City of Boston's Citywide 3D Model, a web application designed to provide an exploration of 3D buildings in city. This tool offers users the ability to view both existing structures and preview upcoming developments , specifically large-scale projects complying with the Article 80 zoning code. Structures are differentiated by color to indicate their status.
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What is Article 80? The Boston Zoning Code requires the Planning Department to review the design of real estate developments, their effects on the surrounding community, as well as the overall city. The procedures and standards for this review are contained in Article 80 of the Zoning Code.
Disclaimer: The data in this application is subject to ongoing changes and edits. It does not encompass every building in Boston, only those with available 3D models. Similarly, it does not claim to include all new developments. Loading the 3D model can be limited by web browser and hardware capacity. Last Update: November 1, 2024