Abacus Builders’ planned mixed-use development at 555 Talbot Avenue in Dorchester has received zoning approval. Designed by RODE Architects, the proposed six-story project will bring 34 residential units, ground-floor restaurant space and new outdoor space to Peabody...
Educational · Boston Permitting Why Parking Must Be Designed From Day One In Boston, a driveway begins with a curb cut, and a curb cut is a discretionary permit from the Commissioner of Public Works. That single fact reorders the entire front end of a...
Educational · Boston Permitting Why One Boston Permit Takes 48 Hours and Another Takes 12 Months A practical guide to the three permit pathways, what triggers each, and the moves that decide which lane you end up in. By Mark Little • Abacus Builders • 9 min...
In the world of construction, “The Building Envelope” is a term that refers to the physical separator between the conditioned interior of your home and the harsh, unpredictable exterior environment of New England. In a city like Boston—where our buildings...
As 2025 draws to a close, the team at Abacus Builders looks back with immense pride at a year defined by complexity, collaboration, and unparalleled craftsmanship. This past year, we’ve had the privilege of partnering with visionary homeowners and developers to...
