Project Spotlight: ERT and ALT Combination Project at 274 Athens Street, South Boston

Located in South Boston, 274 Athens Street was another run-down and underutilized residential property, consisting of a single-family home and a two-family building combined on one lot. Our client’s vision for this project involved a complex mix of an ERT (Erect) permit for new construction and an ALT (Alteration) permitto make modifications to the existing structures. While the ERT portion of the build was straightforward, the ALT portion posed significant challenges, as alteration work typically does in developments of this nature.

The alteration work required a careful and methodical approach, involving the removal of one of the existing properties while maintaining the structural integrity of the direct abutter’s home, whose resident remained living on-site. Careful coordination and precise demolition were paramount in ensuring both properties remained safe throughout the reconstruction process.

At Abacus Builders, recognized as one of Boston’s premier multi-family home remodelers, we excel in complex projects like this. Our expertise in full gut remodels and ground-up construction allowed us to seamlessly manage the challenges posed by the ALT process and implement the required engineering solutions. Despite the complexities, we successfully completed the project in line with the client’s plans.

This project is a testament to our ability to deliver high-quality results under challenging conditions, showcasing why we are regarded as one of the best full gut remodelers in Boston. The final product is a beautifully transformed property that optimizes the use of space and contributes significantly to the value of the neighborhood.

Please check out our Youtube video to see this being constructed in time lapse format. Wonderful video that shows how this is done.