Roslindale Square to get low-key tattoo parlor

The Board of Appeals yesterday inked its approval of a Malden man's proposal for a tattoo parlor at the corner of Washington and Corinth streets in Roslindale Square.

Sokiri Sin's Ink Gallery will fill the now empty 1,274 square feet of space above Romano's.

He told the zoning board he would employ up to five artists and would be open until 8 p.m. on weeknights - with reduced hours on the weekends.

His attorney, Scott Holmes, said the business would be a perfect complement for Roslindale Square. Because most of its visits would be before or after the workday, it wouldn't cause any parking or traffic problems in the sometimes almost congested square. He added that Sin and his inkers will work by appointment only - and will not put up any neon or other garish signs to disturb the "vibrant, wonderful area" that is Roslindale Square.

Holmes said Sin fell in love with the space months ago - to the point of paying rent beginning in January. He added that Holmes spent several Saturdays at the Roslindale Square farmers' market talking to people about the shop and soliciting their approval.

Roslindale currently has one tattoo parlor, on Belgrade Avenue near Walworth Street.