Roslindale pub could be replaced with apartment building

When the economy began turning sour, Kevin Tuohey, owner of Roslindales Maggie Maes pub, thought he would turn the bar into a nine-unit apartment building.

Tuohey, a bartender of 28 years and landlord of properties in Mission Hill, is in the process of making that vision a reality. But before construction can begin, Tuohey must correct zoning violations in the original plans.

The plans are cited for multiple violations including excessive floor area ratio, insufficient side yard, insufficient rear yard and insufficient parking, according to the Mayors Office of Neighborhood Services.

To remedy the situation Tuohey said he plans to extend the building out 5 feet and appeal to allow parking on the street.

Plans for the proposed three-story structure, located at 635 Hyde Park Ave., will appear before the citys Zoning Board of Appeals at City Hall for approval to begin construction on Tuesday, July 10.

About 10 concerned community members gathered in the parking lot behind the Sacred Heart Elementary School Monday night to discuss the construction plans with Tuohey and Neighborhood Coordinator David McNulty.

The proposed plans for the three-story apartment building, located in a neighborhood shopping district, include building a wood structure using the faade of the bar, Tuohey said at the meeting.

Im not reinventing the wheel here, he said.

The nine-unit apartment building will have hardwood floors, granite kitchen countertops, two bedrooms and one and a half baths, according to the floor plans. The building also includes 16 parking spots and a place behind it for trash.

Were not putting up a shack, Tuohey said. Were building a luxury apartment building for business professionals.

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Roslindale pub could be replaced with apartment building