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Volpe Site Transforming Into Mixed-Use Project

2026 ጃንዩወሪ 5, ሰኞ

Not far from the site of the underground substation in Kendall Square, MIT is proceeding with the creation of a dynamic mixed-use project on the site. The master plan for the site development was approved in 2021 by the Planning Board after a community engagement process. The proposed development includes nearly 3 million square feet of space providing retail and restaurants, market-rate and affordable housing units, a community center, and science and innovation facilities. The vibrant, mixed-use center will also provide pedestrian links and publicly accessible open space, including a large park at the corner of Third Street and Broadway, a linear park adjacent to Sixth Street/Loughrey Way, a park adjacent to the community center, and a park on Binney Street.

Foundation work has commenced and will continue into 2026. Broadway will have a one-way detour in place until spring 2026.

Artist's rendering of the transformed Volpe site surrounded by modern buildings, with people walking and relaxing on the grass, and cars on nearby streets.
A rendering of the transformed Volpe site.
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