New Construction of Single-Family Residence with Detached Garage at 126 Benevolent Street

A recent meeting document Providence Historic District Commission Minutes 2026-03-23 indicates a future potential acquisition Conceptual approval was granted for the new construction of a three-story single-family residence (1,526 sq. ft. footprint, 40' height) with a detached garage (624 sq. ft. footprint, 20' height) at 126 Benevolent Street, a vacant parcel in the Power-Cooke local historic district. The project includes private driveway access, some regrading of the lot, and is part of a larger plan where the owner, Cooke Twenty-Five Realty, intends to build dwelling units on both 118 and 126 Benevolent Street. The application is considered complete for conceptual review, and the applicant will reappear for final approval. This project will require general contractors, site preparation, grading, and specialty trades for historic compatibility.