700-foot skyscraper proposal in downtown draws ‘Manhattanization’ criticism

Boston’s skyline could soon be growing upwards, 700 feet to be exact, and some critics say they’re worried that ‘Manhattanization’ could jeopardize its historic preservation.

Proposed zoning changes would allow 700-foot skyscrapers, or about 70 stories, in certain areas of downtown Boston.

The tallest two buildings in the downtown corridor are the Winthrop Center, at 691 feet, and the Millennium Tower, at 684 feet…

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