Project Updates
Standard work hours for project construction are Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some select, less intensive activities have needed to occur on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Extended hours are also sometimes required for select activities. The contractor continues to work to keep these instances to a minimum and abutters are notified in advance.
Check back here for weekly construction updates for 421 Park Drive. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at construction@421parkdr.com.
July 2, 2026
There will be a small crew on site tomorrow, Friday, July 3, working in the morning before noon. Also on Friday, July 3, a crew will be doing some striping within the site fence from the Trillium entrance over to the garage from about 1am to 2am. This is quiet work and will not generate any noise in the community.
There won’t be any work on site at 421 Park Drive over the weekend. The project team wishes everyone a happy July 4th!
In front of the new building, bike racks are going in. Next week, crews will be pouring the remaining sidewalks. Mid-July, the contractor will be installing a temporary fence around a small area so they can remove the temporary asphalt, connect the irrigation line, backfill and install the permanent asphalt and sidewalk.
Over the next several weeks, the fence line out in front of the building will be shifting and fencing will continue to be removed to allow for more accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists. Some fencing on Park Drive has already been taken down. By the end of July, the fencing will be largely removed, and the area will be fully accessible.
Site work in the area of the old multi-use walking path connecting the MBTA station to Park Drive continues. New pavement will be placed next week along with lights, pavement markings, signage, and railings. The path is scheduled to open to pedestrians in mid-to-late July.
On the Park Drive hill, light poles and fixtures have been installed. More plantings and soils will be put in place next week as well. A section of the Park Drive sidewalk opened in early June. The fence in this area is scheduled to be removed in early July.
On the south jump lobby, the contractor has been using swing staging to install brick on the east façade. On the roof, planter installation has been underway. The scaffolding will stay up until August to support grating installation. The contractor will be water testing the façade of the south jump lobby on July 14 and 15 after the brick installation.
On the MBTA path side of the building (West Road), mulch, shrubs, trees, and lighting at the fence and façade have been installed. During the first two weeks of July, paver replacement work will be taking place on West Road. In mid-July for about one week, pavers will be replaced on the end section of the MBTA path that connects to the 421 Park pathway at the front of the building. During this work, pedestrians will be directed to walk down West Road alongside the new building. Orange cones and canes will be placed on West Road to create a safe path and provide direction. The paver replacement work will take place during regular work hours.
On the Atrius Health side of the building, fence posts and fence panels have been installed along with plants, shrubs, and mulch. Some line striping took place in this area last week.
On Fullerton Street, work will be taking place into mid-August to include the excavation of soils to install drainage and electrical lines for site lighting. The contractor will be street sweeping and making sure the area is kept clean. New curbing and pavers will be installed and this area will be paved in August, followed by the installation of a new crosswalk and signage.
June 26, 2026
There won’t be any work on site at 421 Park Drive over the weekend.
In front of the new building, crews continue to install pavers in a few areas. Bike racks and bollards are going in and landscaping continues.
Over the next several weeks, the fence line out in front of the building will be shifting and fencing will be removed to allow for more accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists. By July 17, the fencing will be removed, and the area will be fully accessible.
Site work in the area of the old multi-use walking path connecting the MBTA station to Park Drive continues. New pavement was placed at the end this week followed by lights, pavement markings, signage, and railings. The path is scheduled to open to pedestrians in mid-to-late July.
On the Park Drive hill, light poles have been installed. Light fixtures are going in followed by more landscaping. Around Park Drive entrance to 421 Park Drive, trees, stair railings and sod. A section of the Park Drive sidewalk opened on Friday, June 5. The fence in this area is scheduled to be removed in early July.
On the south jump lobby, the contractor has been using swing staging to install brick on the east façade. On the roof, scaffolding went up at the end of May to support planter installation through early July. The scaffolding is expected to come down by July 3. The contractor will be water testing the façade of the south jump lobby on June 30 and July 1 after the brick installation.
On the MBTA path side of the building (West Road), mulch, shrubs, trees, and lighting at the fence and façade have been installed. During the first two weeks of July, paver replacement work will be taking place on West Road. In mid-July for about one week, pavers will be replaced on the end section of the MBTA path that connects to the 421 Park pathway at the front of the building. During this work, pedestrians will be directed to walk down West Road alongside the new building. Orange cones and canes will be placed on West Road to create a safe path and provide direction. The paver replacement work will take place during regular work hours.
On the Atrius Health side of the building, fence posts and fence panels have been installed along with plants, shrubs, and mulch. Some line striping will be taking place in this area from June 29 through July 1.
On Fullerton Street, work will be taking place into mid-August to include the excavation of soils to install drainage and electrical lines for site lighting. The contractor will be street sweeping and making sure the area is kept clean. New curbing and pavers will be added and this area will be paved in August, followed by the installation of a new crosswalk and signage.
June 18, 2026
There will be some crews on site at 421 Park Drive doing planting over the weekend.
In front of the new building, crews continue to install pavers in several areas. Bike racks and bollards are going in. The installation of new plantings and mulch will continue through June.
Through July, paver replacement work will be taking place on West Road and in the areas where the multi-use path meets the MBTA station. There is a section at the bottom of the MBTA station stairs that will need pavers installed after regular work hours to accommodate the MBTA schedule. The stairs to and from Park Drive will need to close during this work. This work is targeted for mid-July and more detail will be provide as the date gets closer.
The MBTA pathway that runs from Miner Street to 401 Park Drive is open and accessible. Over the next several weeks, the fence line out in front of the building will be shifting to allow for more accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists. On Monday, June 22, the fencing layout will shift, and by July 6, the fencing will be removed, and the area will be fully accessible.
During the week, site work in the area of the old multi-use walking path connecting the MBTA station to Park Drive will continue. New pavement will be placed at the end of June followed by lights, pavement markings, signage, and railings. The path is scheduled to open to pedestrians in mid-to-late July.
On the Park Drive hill, light poles have been installed. Light fixtures are going in followed by more landscaping. Around Park Drive entrance to 421 Park Drive, trees and stair railings are being installed followed by sod. A section of the Park Drive sidewalk opened on Friday, June 5. The fence in this area is scheduled to be removed in early July.
On the south jump lobby, the contractor is using swing staging to install brick on the east façade. On the roof, scaffolding went up at the end of May to support planter installation through early July. The contractor will be water testing the façade of the south jump lobby on June 30 and July 1 after the brick installation.
Work continues on the MBTA path side of the building (West Road) as well with the installation of mulch, shrubs, trees, and lighting at the fence and façade through June. Pavers are also being installed into July.
On the Atrius Health side of the building, fence posts and fence panels have been installed and are being followed by plants, shrubs, and mulch. On Fullerton Street, work will be taking place into mid-August to include the excavation of soils to install drainage and electrical lines for site lighting. New curbing and pavers will be added and this area will be paved in August, followed by the installation of a new crosswalk and signage.
June 12, 2026
There won't be any work on site this weekend at 421 Park Drive.
On weekdays, in front of the new building, crews continue to install pavers in several areas. Bike racks and bollards are going in. The installation of new plantings and mulch will continue through June. A crane will be in use on June 11,12, and 19, to load material to the roof and install some planters and soil.
The MBTA pathway that runs from Miner Street to 401 Park Drive is currently open and accessible. Over the next several weeks, the fence line out in front of the building will be shifting to allow for more accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists. On Saturday, June 20, the fencing layout will shift, and by July 6, the fencing will largely be removed and the area will be fully accessible.
During the week, site work in the area of the old multi-use walking path connecting the MBTA station to Park Drive will continue. The area is being prepped for soils and trees. New pavement will be placed at the end of June followed by lights, pavement markings, signage, and railings. The path is scheduled to open to pedestrians in mid-to-late July.
On the Park Drive hill, light poles have been installed. Light fixtures are going in followed by more landscaping. Around Park Drive entrance to 421 Park Drive, trees and stair railings are being installed. A section of the Park Drive sidewalk opened on Friday, June 5. The fence in this area is scheduled to be removed at the end of the month.
On the south jump lobby, the contractor is using swing staging to install brick on the east façade. On the roof, scaffolding went up at the end of May to support planter installation through early July. The contractor will be water testing the façade of the south jump lobby on June 29 and 30 after the brick installation.
Work continues on the MBTA path side of the building (West Road) as well with the installation of mulch, trees, and lighting at the fence and façade through mid-June. Pavers are also being installed into July.
On the Atrius Health side of the building, fence posts and fence panels have been installed and are being followed by plants, shrubs, and mulch. On Fullerton Street, work will be taking place into mid-August to include the excavation of soils to install drainage and electrical lines for site lighting. New curbing and pavers will be added and this area will be paved in August, followed by the installation of a new crosswalk and signage.
June 5, 2026
There will be some work on site this weekend at 421 Park Drive. On Saturday, June 6, a crew will be adjusting the fence line at the newly poured sidewalk to open it up for pedestrians, and they will be doing some excavating at some planting beds.
In front of the new building, crews continue to install pavers in several areas and bike racks are going in. The installation of new plantings and mulch will continue into June. The new walkway extending from the MBTA station across the front of the building has been paved. A crane will be in use on June 10, 11, and 18, to load material to the roof and install some planters and soil.
During the week, site work in the area of the old multi-use walking path connecting the MBTA station to Park Drive will continue. The area is being prepped for soils and trees. New pavement will be placed at the end of June followed by pavement markings, signage, and railings. The path is scheduled to open to pedestrians in early to mid-July.
On the Park Drive hill, soils, irrigation, landscaping, and light poles have been installed. At the Park Drive entrance to 421 Park Drive, stair railings and sod have gone in and a section of the Park Drive sidewalk opened on Friday, June 5.
On the south jump lobby, the contractor is using swing staging to install brick on the east façade. On the roof, scaffolding went up at the end of May to support planter installation through mid-to-late June. The contractor will be water testing the façade of the south jump lobby in mid-June following the brick installation on June 16 and 17.
Work continues on the MBTA path side of the building (West Road) as well with the installation of mulch, trees, and lighting at the fence and façade through mid-June. Pavers are also going in into June.
On the Atrius Health side of the building, fence posts and fence panels are going in followed by plants, and mulch. On Fullerton Street, work will be taking place into mid-August to include the excavation of soils to install drainage and electrical lines for site lighting. New curbing and pavers will be added and this area will be paved in August, followed by the installation of a new crosswalk and signage.
May 29, 2026
There will be some work on site this weekend at 421 Park Drive. On Saturday, May 30, a crew will forming stairs in front of the building and grading for asphalt at the multi-use path.
During the week, site work in the area of the old multi-use walking path connecting the MBTA station to Park Drive will continue. The area is being prepped for soils and tress. New pavement has been placed. Pavement markings and signage will be installed in early June followed by railings. The path is scheduled to open to pedestrians in early July.
In front of the new building, crews continue to install pavers in several areas and bike racks are going in. The installation of new plantings and mulch will continue into June. Stone benches have been installed. The new walkway extending from the MBTA station across the front of the building has been paved. A crane will be in use on Tuesdays, June 9 and June 16, to load material to the roof and install some planters and soil.
On the Park Drive hill, soils, irrigation, landscaping, and light poles have been installed. At the Park Drive entrance to 421 Park Drive, stair railings and sod are going in and sidewalks are being placed into next week.
Work continues on the south jump lobby on several levels. The contractor is on swing staging installing brick on the east façade. On the roof, scaffolding went up at the end of May to support planter installation through mid-to-late June. A crane will be used on June 1 to hoist planters and plantings to the roof. The contractor will be water testing the east wall of the south jump lobby in mid-June following the brick installation on June 16 and 17.
Work continues on the MBTA path side of the building (West Road) as well with the installation of mulch, tress, and lighting at the fence and façade through mid-June. Pavers are also going in through early June.
On the Atrius Health side of the site, fence posts and fence panels are going in followed by irrigation, plants, and mulch. Fullerton Street will be paved in August.
May 22, 2026
There will be no work on site this weekend at 421 Park Drive, and the job site will be closed on Monday, May 25, for the Memorial Day holiday.
Site work in the area of the old multi-use walking path connecting the MBTA station to Park Drive continues. The area is being prepped for soils and tress. New pavement will be placed here next week. Pavement marking and signage will be in place in early June followed by railings. The path is scheduled to open to pedestrians in early July.
In front of the new building, crews continue to install pavers in several areas and bike racks are going in. The installation of new plantings and mulch will continue into June. Stone benches have been installed. The new walkway extending from the MBTA station across the front of the building was paved on May 21 and 22.
On the Park Drive hill, soils, irrigation, landscaping, and light poles have been installed. At the Park Drive entrance to 421 Park Drive, granite blocks have been installed at the benches. Stair railings and sod are going in and sidewalks will be placed at the end of next week into the following week.
Work continues on the south jump lobby on several levels. On the roof, scaffolding will go up at the end of May to support planter installation through mid-to-late June. At the jump lobby entrance canopy, workers are installing copper panels. The contractor will be water testing the east wall of the south jump lobby following the brick installation on June 16 and 17. A crane will be in use on June 2 and June 11 to install some planters and soils.
Water testing on levels 12-13 of the south balcony is scheduled for May 27 and 28.
Work continues on the MBTA path side of the building (West Road) as well with the installation of mulch, tress, and lighting at the fence and façade through mid-June. Pavers are also going in through early June.
On the Atrius Health side of the site, fence posts and fence panels are going in followed by irrigation, plants, and mulch. Fullerton Street will be paved in August.
May 15, 2026
Work at 421 Park Drive is ongoing on weekends, including this Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17. This weekend, several trades will be on site excavating, installing stone, fencing, and light poles, conducting concrete formwork, and installing pavers and plantings at the south plaza. The multi-use pathway will be closed on Saturday from 8am to 5pm so the contractor can remove the temporary fence/jersey barrier between West Road and the path that runs next to the MBTA tracks. This work has been closely coordinated with the MBTA. Pedestrians will be re-routed to the other side of the building on Brookline Ave.
Also on Saturday, a necessary fire alarm test will be taking place in part of 201 Brookline, part of 401 Park Drive, the parking garage, and 421 Park Drive from 6am until for about one hour in coordination with the Boston Fire Department (BFD). The buildings are being tested individually, not at all once, and audible alarms will sound inside the buildings and garage as part of the testing. The contractor will work to have the alarm devices on the exterior of the building disabled if doable, and will do everything possible to move quickly and minimize the impact of this work on neighbors.
The contractor is milling and paving several areas around the perimeter of the building.
Site work in the area of the old multi-use walking path connecting the MBTA station to Park Drive continues, including the installation of railings into May. The area is being prepped for sidewalks and stairs. New pavement will be placed here mid-month. The path is scheduled to open to pedestrians in early June.
In front of the new building, crews continue to install pavers and concrete paver base slabs in several areas. The installation of planting soils and new plantings will continue into May. Stone benches have been installed. The new walkway extending from the MBTA station across the front of the building will be paved on May 21 and 22.
On the Park Drive hill, soils are getting installed this month, followed by irrigation and landscaping.
Work continues on the south jump lobby on several levels. On the roof, scaffolding will go up at the end of May to support planter installation. At the jump lobby entrance canopy, workers are installing copper panels.
Work continues on the MBTA path side of the building (West Road) as well with the installation trees through the end of the month. This area will see new irrigation, plants, mulch, and lighting in May.
The rest of Fullerton Street will be paved in August. Fence posts and fencing are going in followed by granite curbing. Irrigation, soils, and new trees, plants, and mulch will be installed in in May.
May 8, 2026
Work at 421 Park Drive is ongoing on weekends, including this Saturday, May 9. On Saturday, several trades will be on site landscaping, installing light pole footings at the Park Drive hill, prepping for asphalt on several sides of the site, installing pavers on the south side, and stone at the multi-use path. A crane will be in use inside the fence off Fullerton Street on Saturday, May 9, to access upper floors.
Beginning next week, the contractor will need to mill and pave several areas around the perimeter of the building. This work will take place in stages starting Monday, May 11. Some pavement work on May 11 and May 12 will take place during the second shift from 3pm to 11pm. The contractor will endeavor to finish the work earlier than 11pm if possible.
Paving near Trillium and REI will take place on Monday, May 11, during second shift (3pm to 11pm) and on Tuesday, May 12, during regular work hours.
A necessary fire alarm test will be taking place in part of 201 Brookline, part of 401 Park Drive, the parking garage, and 421 Park Drive on Saturday, May 16, from 6am until about 7am, in coordination with the Boston Fire Department (BFD). The buildings are being tested individually, not at all once, and audible alarms will sound inside the buildings and garage as part of the testing. The contractor will work to have the alarm devices on the exterior of the building disabled if doable, and will do everything possible to move quickly and minimize the impact of this work on neighbors.
Site work in the area of the old multi-use walking path connecting the MBTA station to Park Drive continues, including the installation of railings into May. The area is being prepped for sidewalks and stairs. New pavement will be placed here mid-month. The path is scheduled to open up to pedestrians in early June.
In front of the new building, workers continue to install pavers. Crews will be installing concrete paver base slabs in several areas. The installation of planting soils and new plantings will continue into May. Stone benches have been installed. The new walkway extending from the MBTA station across the front of the building will be paved on May 21 and 22.
On the Park Drive hill, soils are getting installed this month, followed by irrigation and landscaping.
Work continues on the south jump lobby on several levels. On the roof, scaffolding will go up at the end of May to support planter installation. At the jump lobby entrance canopy, workers are installing copper panels.
Work continues on the MBTA path side of the building (West Road) as well with the installation trees through the end of the month. West Road will be paved on Tuesday, May 12 or Wednesday, May 13. This area will see new irrigation, plants, mulch, and lighting in May. The temporary fence along this path will remain in its current location until the landscaping is completed.
On the Atrius Health garage side of the job site, this area, including in front of the loading dock, is scheduled to be paved within the fence line on Tuesday, May 12 over the second shift between 3pm and 11pm. The rest of Fullerton Street will be paved in August. Fence posts and fencing are going in followed by granite curbing. Irrigation, soils, and new trees, plants, and mulch will be installed in in May.
May 1, 2026
Work at 421 Park Drive is ongoing on weekends, including this Saturday, May 2, and Sunday, May 3. On Saturday, several trades will be on site landscaping, working on the balconies, installing fencing, trees and soil on Atrius Health side of the building, installing copper panels on the exterior canopy, working on pavers and curbing on the south side of the sire, and installing stone at the multi-use path.
The contractor will be working both days this weekend to prep and seal the concrete floor inside the loading dock. The work will begin on Friday, May 1, and will take place during second shift from 3pm to 11pm and will continue on Saturday and Sunday during regular hours.
Beginning in May for a few weeks, the contractor will need to mill and pave several areas around the perimeter of the building. This work will take place in stages starting Monday, May 11. Some pavement work on May 11 and May 12 will take place during the second shift from 3pm to 11pm. The contractor will endeavor to finish the work earlier than 11pm if possible.
Site work in the area of the old multi-use walking path connecting the MBTA station to Park Drive continues, including the installation of railings into May. The area is being prepped for sidewalks and stairs. New pavement will be placed here mid-month.
In front of the new building, workers continue to install pavers. Crews will be installing concrete paver base slabs in several areas. The installation of planting soils and new plantings will continue into May. Work will continue to take place under and around the exterior canopy, removing the stair tower and installing final edge detail. The installation of a copper roof system continues. Stone benches have been installed.
Paving near Trillium and REI will take place on Monday, May 11, during second shift (3pm to 11pm) and on Tuesday, May 12, during regular work hours.
On the Park Drive hill, irrigation and landscaping will take place in May. Soils will be installed beginning on Wednesday, May 6, followed by irrigation and new plantings.
Work continues on the south jump lobby on several levels, including paver installation and landscaping. At the jump lobby entrance canopy, workers are installing copper panels.
Interior work continues on all levels. The contractor will be water testing the west façade during the week of May 4.
Work continues on the MBTA path side of the building (West Road) as well with the installation trees through the end of the month. West Road will be paved on Tuesday, May 12 or Wednesday, May 13. This area will see new irrigation, plants, trees, mulch, and lighting in May. The temporary fence along this path will remain in its current location until the landscaping is completed.
Activity on the Atrius Health garage side of the job site is ongoing. This area is scheduled to be paved within the fence line on Tuesday, May 12 over the second shift between 3pm and 11pm. The rest of Fullerton Street will be paved in August. Fence posts and fencing are going in followed by granite curbing. Irrigation, soils, and new trees, plants, and mulch will be installed in in May.
A crane will be in use inside the fence off Fullerton Street on Saturday, May 2, and Saturday, May 9, to access upper floors.
April 24, 2026
Work at 421 Park Drive is ongoing on weekends, including this Saturday, April 25. On Saturday, crews will be forming walls in the area between 421 Park and 401 Park Drive. They will also be removing existing asphalt at the south entry way, installing irrigation lines on the southside of the building, and installing stone at the multi-use path. Also on Saturday, a crane will be in use inside the fence off Fullerton Street for access to the penthouse.
Beginning in early May for a couple of weeks, the contractor will need to mill and pave several areas around the perimeter of the building. This work will take place in stages starting Friday, May 1. Some pavement work will take place during the second shift from 3pm to 11pm. The contractor will endeavor to finish the work earlier if possible.
Site work in the area of the old multi-use walking path connecting the MBTA station to Park Drive continues, including the installation of railings into May.
In front of the new building, workers continue to install pavers. Crews will be installing concrete paver base slabs in several areas. The installation of planting soils and new plantings will continue into May. Work will continue to take place under and around the exterior canopy with the installation of a copper roof system on the canopy itself into May, and painting of the exterior beams. Stone benches have been installed.
On the Park Drive hill, irrigation and landscaping will take place in May. Soils will be installed beginning on Wednesday, May 6, followed by irrigation and new plantings.
Work continues on the south jump lobby on several levels, including the roof. A crane will be in use at this location on Wednesday, April 29. At the jump lobby entrance canopy, workers are installing copper panels.
Interior work continues on all levels on weekdays during regular work hours. Work on the upper levels of the south balconies and the east terrace continues as well. The contractor will be water testing the west façade on the week of May 4.
Work continues on the MBTA path side of the building (West Road) as well with the installation trees, starting next week through the end of the month followed by the installation of an asphalt paver base and then pavers. This area will see new plants, trees, mulch, and lighting in May. The temporary fence along this path will remain in its current location until the landscaping work is completed. There will be a conveyor on this side of the building for a few days during the week of April 27 to help install sand and planting soil in the area.
Activity on the Atrius Health garage side of the job site is ongoing. Fence posts will go in next week followed by granite curbing, and new trees. Irrigation, soils, and new trees, plants, and mulch will be installed in in May. New fencing is scheduled for installation later this year.
A crane will be in use inside the fence off Fullerton Street on Saturday, May 2, and Saturday, May 9, to access upper floors.
April 17, 2026
Work at 421 Park Drive is ongoing on weekends, including this Saturday, April 18. On Saturday, crews will be regrading plant beds and installing curbing; installing columns and copper panels at the level 1 entrance canopy; placing copper panels on level 1 Star Market canopy; and placing a stone support angle at the multi-use pathway wall. This work is not expected to be disruptive to the community.
The job site is closed on Monday, April 20, in observance of the Patriots Day holiday.
Please note that the contractor needs to do some work alongside the MBTA walkway (where it intersects with the multi-use pedestrian path) to remove the pavers and re-set the catch basin to the correct elevation on the pedestrian path. The contractor would prefer to perform this work during regular hours, however, because of the work location, the MBTA will only allow this work to occur during non-revenue hours. As a result, the work will need to take place between 12am and 4am on Friday, April 24. To mitigate the impact of this work and minimize disruption to our neighbors, a work crew will start working as fast as possible to get the loud portion of the work done first and quickly. This will involve the use of a chipping gun and will create some noise for about 30 minutes. The crew will then use hand tools for the remaining work to help minimize the noise. The project team is appreciative of the community’s patience and will get this job done as quickly as possible.
Beginning in early May for a couple of weeks, the contractor will need to mill and pave several areas around the perimeter of the building. This work will take place in stages starting Saturday, May 2.
Site work in the area of the old multi-use walking path connecting the MBTA station to Park Drive continues, including the installation of stone wall support through the end of April.
In front of the new building, workers continue to install pavers in several locations. Crews will be installing concrete paver base slabs in several areas. The installation of planting soils and new plantings will continue through April and into May. Work will continue to take place under and around the exterior canopy with the installation of a copper roof system on the canopy itself, and painting of the exterior beams. Crews are also installing stone benches.
On the Park Drive hill, irrigation and landscaping will take place in May. Soils will be installed beginning on Wednesday, May 6.
Work continues on the south jump lobby on several levels, including the roof. On the jump lobby entrance canopy, workers are installing lighting and skylight glass. Metal panels are being installed as well through the month.
Interior work continues on all levels on weekdays during regular work hours. Work on the upper levels of the south balconies continues as well. The contractor will be water testing the west façade on the week of May 4.
Work continues on the MBTA path side of the building (West Road) as well with the installation trees, starting next week through the end of the month followed by the installation of an asphalt paver base and then pavers. This area will see new plants, trees, mulch, and lighting in May. The temporary fence along this path will remain in its current location until the landscaping work is completed. There will be a conveyor on this side of the building for a few days during the week of April 27 to help install sand and planting soil in the area.
Activity on the Atrius Health garage side of the job site is ongoing. Fence posts will go in at the end of the month into early May followed by granite curbing and pavement. Irrigation, soils, and new trees, plants, and mulch will be installed in in May. New fencing is scheduled for installation later this year.
April 10, 2026
Work at 421 Park Drive is ongoing on weekends, including this Saturday and Sunday, April 11 and 12. On the building’s exterior on Saturday, crews will be doing some work in between the 401 and 421 Park buildings. They will also be building scaffolding and a stair tower at the south jump lobby entrance canopy; installing metal panels at the level 1 entrance canopy; and forming the multi-use pathway wall. On Sunday, work will continue in between the 401 and 421 Park buildings, and crews will continue installing metal panels at the level 1 entrance canopy. This work is not expected to be disruptive to the community.
Site work in the area of the old multi-use walking path connecting the MBTA station to Park Drive is underway, including the installation of stone wall support through April.
In front of the new building, workers continue to install pavers in several locations. The installation of planting soils and new plantings will continue into April and May. Work will continue to take place under and around the exterior canopy with the installation of lighting into April, a copper roof system on the canopy itself, and painting of the exterior beams. The installation of exterior signage will take place later this month. Crews are also installing stone benches.
On the Park Drive hill, crews have installed light pole bases and conduits. Irrigation and landscaping will take place in May.
Work continues on the south jump lobby on several levels, including the roof. On the jump lobby entrance canopy, workers are installing lighting and skylight glass. Metal panels are being installed as well through April.
The contactor will be using cranes on two dates this month – Tuesday, April 14 in the northeast corner of the site at Fullerton Street, and Tuesday, April 21, at the south jump lobby roof.
Interior work continues on all levels on weekdays during regular work hours. Work on the south balconies and the east terrace continues as well. The east wall staging has been removed.
Work continues on the MBTA path side of the building as well with the installation of soils, irrigation, lighting, trees, and plants in April. Granite curbing installation continues to be followed by the installation of an asphalt paver base and then pavers. This area will see new plants, trees, mulch, and lighting this month. The temporary fence along this path will remain in its current location until the landscaping work is completed. There will be a conveyor on this side of the building for a few days next week to help install sand and planting soil in the area.
Activity on the Atrius Health garage side of the job site is ongoing. Irrigation, soils, and new trees will be installed in April followed by plants and mulch in May. New fencing is scheduled for installation later this year and is being delivered to the site next week.
April 3, 2026
Work at 421 Park Drive is ongoing on multiple levels inside the building on weekends, including this Saturday, April 4. On the building’s exterior on Saturday, crews will be installing copper panels at the Star Market canopy, and they will be installing metal panels at the level one entrance canopy.
Site work in the area of the old multi-use walking path connecting the MBTA station to Park Drive is underway, including the installation of stone wall support into April.
In front of the new building, workers continue to install pavers in several locations. The installation of planting soils and new plantings will follow into April and May. Work will continue to take place around the exterior canopy with the installation of lighting on level 4 into April and a copper roof system on the canopy itself. The installation of exterior signage will take place later this month. Crews are installing stone benches. On the Park Drive hill, crews have installed light pole bases and conduits. Irrigation and landscaping will take place in May.
Work continues on the south jump lobby on several levels, including the roof. On the jump lobby entrance canopy, workers are installing lighting and skylight glass. Metal panels are being installed as well into April.
Interior work continues on all levels on weekdays during regular work hours. Work on the south balconies and the east terrace continues as well. The east wall staging was removed last week.
Work continues on the MBTA path side of the building as well with the installation of soils, irrigation, trees, and plants in April. Granite curbing installation is wrapping up to be followed by the installation of an asphalt paver base and then pavers. This area will see new plants, trees, mulch, and lighting this month. The temporary fence along this path will remain in its current location until the landscaping work is completed. There will be a conveyor on this side of the building for about four days next week to help install sand and planting soil in the area.
Activity on the Atrius Health garage side of the job site is ongoing. Fence posts will be installed in April along with irrigation, soils, and new trees followed by plants and mulch in May. New fencing is scheduled for installation later this year and is being delivered to the site next week.
March 26, 2026
Work at 421 Park Drive is ongoing on multiple levels inside the building on weekends, including this Saturday, March 28, and Sunday, March 29. On the exterior of the building this Saturday, crews will be installing metal panels, plywood, and roofing on the Star Market canopy, waterproofing at the skylight frames, removing staging on the east wall of the south jump lobby, and installing brick on levels one through four west on the south jump lobby. On Sunday, crews will be removing staging from levels one through four on the east wall at the south jump lobby.
The new multi-use walking path that connects the MBTA station to Park Drive is open. Clear signage is posted to provide guidance to pedestrians and cyclists. Site work in the area of the old pathway is underway, including the installation of new structural soils, light pole bases, conduits, and stone wall support into April.
In front of the new building, workers continue to install pavers in several locations. The installation of planting soils and new plantings will follow into April and May. Work will continue to take place around the exterior canopy with the installation of the copper roof system through mid-April. The installation of exterior signage will take place later this month. On the Park Drive hill, crews have installed light pole bases and conduits. Irrigation and landscaping will take place in May.
Crews continue work on the south jump lobby on several levels. On the jump lobby entrance canopy, workers are installing lighting and skylight glass. A crane will be in use this week to work on the skylights. Metal panels are being installed as well into April.
Interior work continues on all levels on weekdays during regular work hours. Work on the west and south balconies and the east terrace continues as well. The east wall staging was removed this week.
Work continues on the MBTA path side of the building as well with the installation of soils, irrigation, trees, and plants in April. Granite curbing installation is finishing this week to be followed by the installation of an asphalt paver base and then pavers. The temporary fence along this path will remain in its current location until the landscaping work is completed.
Activity on the Atrius Health garage side of the job site is ongoing. Fence posts will be installed in April along with irrigation, soils and new trees. New fencing is scheduled for installation later this year.
March 20, 2026
Work at 421 Park Drive is ongoing on multiple levels inside the building on weekends, including this Saturday, March 21. On the exterior of the building this Saturday, crews will be taking down the staging on the east wall of the south jump lobby, and installing brick via staging in the south courtyard.
Work on the Park Drive sidewalk is complete.
Earlier this month, the contractor opened the new multi-use walking path that connects the MBTA station to Park Drive. Located on the opposite side of the underground garage entrance ramp closer to the new building, the new path is separated from the work site on both sides by new 8-foot fencing and scrim. Clear signage is posted to provide guidance to pedestrians and cyclists. Site work in the area of the old pathway is underway, including the installation of new structural soils, light pole bases, conduits, and stone wall support this month and into April.
Out in front of the new building, workers continue to install pavers in several locations. The installation of planting soils and new plantings will follow into April and May. Work will continue to take place around the exterior canopy with the installation of the copper roof system through mid-April. The installation of exterior signage will take place later this month.
Work continues on the south jump lobby on several levels. On the jump lobby entrance canopy, workers are installing skylight glass. A crane will be in use next week to work on the skylights. Metal panels are being installed as well into April.
Interior work continues on all levels on weekdays during regular work hours. Work on the west and south balconies and the east terrace continues as well.
Work continues on the MBTA path side of the building as well with the installation of lighting followed by soils in April. Granite curbing is being installed this month as well followed by as asphalt paver base and then pavers. The temporary fence along this path will remain in its current location until the landscaping work is completed.
Activity on the Atrius Health garage side of the job site is ongoing. Fence posts will be installed later in April, and new fencing is scheduled for installation later this year.
March 13, 2026
Work at 421 Park Drive is ongoing on multiple levels inside the building on weekends, including this Saturday and Sunday, March 14 and 15. On Saturday, crews will be making changes to the building’s staging and installing tube support posts. On both days this weekend, crews will be working on the entrance canopy roofing.
The contractor opened the new multi-use walking path that connects the MBTA station to Park Drive on March 2. The new path is located on the opposite side of the underground garage entrance ramp closer to the new building and is separated from the work site on both sides by new 8-foot fencing and scrim. Clear signage is posted to provide guidance to pedestrians and cyclists. Site work in the area of the old pathway is underway, including the installation of new structural soils and stone wall support in March and April.
Please note that a subcontractor will continue working on the sidewalk on Park Drive removing soils through Tuesday, March 17. With this sidewalk closed, new signs are directing pedestrians to cross Park Drive prior to the work zone and use the opposite sidewalk.
Out in front of the new building, workers continue to install pavers in several locations out front for the next week or so. The installation of planting soils and new plantings will follow into April and May. Work will continue to take place around the exterior canopy with the installation of metal panels, lighting, and the copper roof system. A crane will be in use next week to work on the skylights for the jump lobby entrance canopy. The installation of exterior signage will take place later this month.
Work continues on the south jump lobby on several levels. On the jump lobby entrance canopy, workers are installing skylight frames and glass. Metal panels are being installed as well into March.
Interior work continues on all levels on weekdays during regular work hours. Work on the west and south balconies and the east terrace continues as well.
Work continues on the MBTA path side of the building as well with the installation of lighting followed by soils in April. Granite curbing is being installed this month as well followed by as asphalt paver base and then pavers. The temporary fence along this path will remain in its current location until the landscaping work is completed.
Activity on the Atrius Health garage side of the job site is ongoing. Fence posts will be installed later in early April, and new fencing is scheduled for installation later this year.
March 6, 2026
Work at 421 Park Drive is ongoing on multiple levels inside the building on Saturdays, including this Saturday, March 7. Also this weekend on the outside of the building, paver work will be taking place on Saturday and Sunday, March 7 and 8, along with some work on the entrance canopy and the west balcony. And, a crew will also be on site on both days this weekend to remove the north stair tower at level four.
Snow removal continues around the job site, including after hours when necessary.
The contractor opened the new multi-use walking path that connects the MBTA station to Park Drive on Monday, March 2. The new path is located on the opposite side of the underground garage entrance ramp closer to the new building and is separated from the work site on both sides by new 8-foot fencing and scrim. Clear signage is posted to provide guidance to pedestrians and cyclists. Site work in the area of the old pathway will follow, including the installation of new structural soils and stone wall support in March and April.
Please note that a subcontractor will be working on the sidewalk on Park Drive from Monday, March 9, through Tuesday, March 17, removing soils. With this sidewalk closed, pedestrians will be directed via signage to cross the road prior to the work zone and use the sidewalk on the opposite side of Park Drive.
Work continues on the south jump lobby on several levels. On the jump lobby entrance canopy, workers are installing skylight frames and glass. Metal panels are being installed as well into March.
Interior work continues on all levels on weekdays during regular work hours. Work on the west and south balconies and the east terrace continues as well.
Work continues on the MBTA path side of the building as well with the installation of lighting followed by soils in April. Granite curbing will be installed this month as well followed by as asphalt paver base and then pavers. The temporary fence along this path will remain in its current location until the landscaping work is completed.
On the front of the new building, workers continue to install pavers in several locations out front for the next few weeks. Work will continue to take place around the exterior canopy with the installation of metal panels, lighting, and the copper roof system. A crane will be in use next week to work on the skylights for the canopy. The installation of exterior signage will take place this month.
Activity on the Atrius Health garage side of the job site is ongoing. Fence posts will be installed later in March, and new fencing is scheduled for installation later this year.
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