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What does it take to successfully navigate a development project through the permitting process?

Find out at this virtual in-depth educational workshop (over the course of two half-days) where some of the real estate industry's foremost experts will provide a close look at the ins and outs of review and permitting in Massachusetts. Professionals at all levels of their career will benefit from this primer on permitting, which provides up-to-date information and highlights recent changes to the many requirements for proposed developments in Boston and across the Commonwealth.

This year, NAIOP is proud to feature an exclusive conversation with Interim Chief and Acting Director of the Boston Planning Department, Devin Quirk, who will overview the Article 80 Modernization Process and recent changes to the Boston Planning Department (formerly the Boston Planning and Development Agency).

Program Content and Schedule: Day 1 - October 23rd 9:00 am - 11:30 am

• MEPA 101: Stephanie Kruel, VHB
• Article 80 101: Michael Rooney, VHB
• Climate Adaptation and Mitigation - From Decarbonization to Resiliency: Stephanie Kruel, VHB and Heidi Richards, VHB

Program Content and Schedule: Day 2 - October 25^th 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

• Wetlands, Other Natural Resources and the Built Environment: Richard "Chip" Nylen, Lynch, DeSimone & Nylen LLP
• Navigating Chapter 91 Licensing: Jamie M. Fay, Fort Point Associates
• Successful Community Outreach - A Developer’s Perspective: Andrew Copelotti, Boylston Properties
• Fireside Chat: Devin Quirk, Deputy Chief, The City of Boston Planning Department; moderated by Christian Regnier, Goulston & Storrs

NOTE: Cancellations must be received by 5:00 PM ET on Wednesday, October 16th for a refund. Please contact Debbie Osheroff, osheroff@naiopma.org.