The large retail space at 84 Worcester Rd, long associated with the Nan Xiang Soup Dumplings brand, has sparked fresh interest with a new building permit filed this week.
This filing indicates the property owner is preparing for substantial changes to the 54,793-square-foot structure, though the city has not yet released specific details on the scope of work. For neighbors in the 01702 ZIP code, the move suggests the site may soon undergo a physical transformation, potentially altering the storefront that has anchored this corner for decades.
The permit, submitted on November 13, 2025, lists Benjamin Stone as the applicant for the project. While the application lacks a written description of the intended renovations, the filing status shows the project is currently in the initial review phase. The property, constructed in 1979, is owned by 84 WR, LLC.
Context from local real estate records reveals the scale of this asset. The building last sold in December 1996 for $6.2 million and has recently been listed for lease or sale through Godino & Company, Inc. A permit of this nature often precedes either a major tenant improvement for a new occupant or a significant renovation to prepare the space for a sale. Given the building's history as a retail hub, any changes here will likely impact the flow of traffic along Worcester Road.
Residents wishing to track the progression of this application can review the official records on the city's portal. The filing remains open for review, and further updates on the specific nature of the construction will be available once the city approves the detailed plans.