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Trinity Financial tentatively designated as the developer of the Austin Street Parking Lots

The BPDA released a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the redevelopment and long-term ground lease of the Austin Street Parking Lots. Trinity Financial has been tentatively designated as the developer.

Any questions about the RFP can be submitted by email to Natalie Deduck, Real Estate Development Officer, at [email protected].

Summary & Goals

The Boston Planning & Development Agency ("BPDA") is issued a DRAFT Request for Proposals ("RFP") for the redevelopment and long-term ground lease of the Austin Street Parking Lots, located between Rutherford Avenue and I-93 and the Galvin Memorial Park and the Gilmore Bridge.The BPDA sought proposals to create a mixed-use development that, in conformance with PLAN: Charlestown, will bring a mix of housing, with an emphasis on affordability, to the Charlestown area along with community-driven ground floor activation and open space. Trinity Financial has been tentatively designated as the developer.

DRAFT Request for Proposals Austin Street Parking Lots

Responses to RFP for the redevelopment of the Austin Street Parking Lots

The BPDA released a RFP for the redevelopment and long-term ground lease of the Austin Street Parking Lots. Two proposals were received.

Proposals for the redevelopment of Austin Street can be viewed on a 3D web app, allowing both designs to be experienced in an immersive and realistic way.

Learn more about the RFP


The BPDA responded to some of the common themes and questions that have been raised through the public comment process regarding the draft RFP for the Austin Street Parking Lots.

Response to Public Comments - DRAFT Request for Proposals Austin Street Parking Lots

Past Engagement

Austin Street Parking Lots Developer Presentations | Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Recording | Presentation | Proposals 3D web app


Austin Street Parking Lots RFP Discussion Meeting | Wednesday, March 8, 2023

Recording | Chat Transcript | Presentation


Austin Street Parking Lot Scenarios Meeting | Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Recording | Presentation


Austin Street Parking Lots Visioning Workshop | Thursday, October 27, 2022

Recording | Presentation | Jamboards

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