# Building permits at 5501 Knell Ave, Baltimore, MD

Three permits on record here. The newest, Dec 2, 2025: Permit, no description from the city. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 37 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2, 2025 | Other |  | $13,000 | [BRCM-25-019888](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-25-019888/) |
| Aug 15, 2025 | Other |  | $8,440 | [BRCM-25-014889](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-25-014889/) |
| Jan 31, 2020 | Electrical | install (1) 100 amps electric service up to 600v (#amps) as per code. | $3,000 | [COM2020-52630](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/COM2020-52630/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

37 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months).

### Next door (under 250 ft), 2 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11, 2026 | [5503 Knell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5503-knell-ave/) | 50 ft NE | Electrical | Line & Load SEC replacement 100 amps/work with/overhead/ interior meter | $3,000 | [BRCM-26-018669](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-018669/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [5503 Knell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5503-knell-ave/) | 50 ft NE | Solar | Installation of 22 roof mounted solar panels, AS PER PLANS AS PER CODE | $32,571 | [BRCM-26-014201](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-014201/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 19 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [5312 Barbara Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5312-barbara-ave/) | 900 ft SW | Roofing | remove and replace main steep slope roof with new architectural shingle roofing system as per contract as per code | $11,540 | [BRCM-26-019934](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-019934/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [4504 Willshire Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/4504-willshire-ave/) | 770 ft N | Electrical | upgrade 100 to 200amp house power | $1,000 | [BRCM-26-020190](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-020190/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [4605 Willshire Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/4605-willshire-ave/) | 320 ft N | Alteration or repair | Meter Enclosure- Existing meter enclosure riser to be relocated to new site on home. Service size: 100A | $1,400 | [BRCM-26-018659](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-018659/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [4605 Willshire Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/4605-willshire-ave/) | 320 ft N | Electrical | Installation of 1 energy storage system to the exterior to rear right side of SFD (11.5kW) | $2,185 | [BRCM-26-018653](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-018653/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [4808 Frankford Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/4808-frankford-ave/) | 770 ft S | Electrical | 200 amp service and 10 circuits per code | $5,000 | [BRCM-26-018372](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-018372/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [4503 Willshire Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/4503-willshire-ave/) | 770 ft NW | Other |  | $12,000 | [BRCM-26-017023](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-017023/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [5511 Summerfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5511-summerfield-ave/) | 930 ft SE | Plumbing | Water line replacement 25x4 | $8,825 | [BRCM-26-017851](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-017851/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [4607 Anntana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/4607-anntana-ave/) | 550 ft N | Plumbing | Upgrade existing 100A service to 200A: Remove 100A service conductors. Install 200A exterior disconnect. Replace service entrance conductors. Install new weather head, straps, intersystem bonding termination. Add supplemental ground rod and bond to existing electrode. Bond gas service and water heat | $4,950 | [BRCM-26-016768](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-016768/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [4603 Anntana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/4603-anntana-ave/) | 600 ft N | Electrical | Replace 100-amp line side cable and grounding. WO# 21109358 | $2,072 | [BRCM-26-015536](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-015536/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [5516 Knell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5516-knell-ave/) | 460 ft NE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replace 2.5-ton A/C, and evaporator coil with same. Install disconnects for 2.5-ton A/C. | $9,455 | [BRCM-26-015298](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-015298/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [5410 Gerland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5410-gerland-ave/) | 380 ft S | Solar | Scope of work: Exterior alterations to include: Residential Add on of Battery to the Residents Existing Roof Mounted Solar System as per code as per plans | $16,358 | [BRCM-26-014864](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-014864/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [4408 Willshire Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/4408-willshire-ave/) | 950 ft N | Fence, wall or deck | Install 110 linear feet of 6 foot high chain link fence in side yard and rear yard of detached dwelling, 2 inch posts 8 feet apart and 12 inch deep footers, as per code | $4,975 | [BRCM-26-014474](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-014474/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [4601 Frankford Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/4601-frankford-ave/) | 990 ft W | Plumbing | Gas Dryer Flex Line Replacement Reconnecting to existing code regulated valve | Not listed | [BRCM-26-014821](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-014821/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [4504 Willshire Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/4504-willshire-ave/) | 770 ft N | Electrical | Update House power from 100 to 200 amps. | $2,000 | [BRCM-26-014360](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-014360/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [4808 Frankford Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/4808-frankford-ave/) | 770 ft S | Demolition | Scope of work: ---- addition ---- - rebuild demolished back side 2-story addition. ----- Exterior alterations ----- - demolish existing roof and roof structure. - New engineered trusses roof. - Windows replacement in kind. Same size and location. ----- Interior alterations ----- - rebuild a second f | $25,000 | [BRCM-26-010130](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-010130/) |
| Jul 3, 2026 | [4808 Frankford Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/4808-frankford-ave/) | 770 ft S | Plumbing | Plumbing work for 3.5 bathrooms, kitchen, laundry, 3 hose bibs, waste and water. Gas work for 50k dryer 50k stove 50k water heater and 90k furnace. HVAC work for 3.5 ton AC ductwork work 4 exhaust fans | $5,000 | [BRCM-26-013772](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-013772/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [4804 Frankford Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/4804-frankford-ave/) | 680 ft S | Electrical | 200 amp service,10 circuits per code | $5,000 | [BRCM-26-013137](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-013137/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [5410 Cedella Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5410-cedella-ave/) | 960 ft SE | Alteration or repair | interior drain line repair under slab | $300 | [BRCM-26-011033](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-011033/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [5503 Plainfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5503-plainfield-ave/) | 550 ft N | Fence, wall or deck | Install 155 linear feet of 4 foot high chain link fence in rear and side yard of detached dwelling, | $4,095 | [BRCM-26-010733](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-010733/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 16 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [5528 Plainfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5528-plainfield-ave/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | Emergency sewer lateral replacement | $9,500 | [BRCM-25-024179](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-25-024179/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [4405 Willshire Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/4405-willshire-ave/) | 0.20 mi NW | Plumbing | Gas range replacement | $140 | [BRCM-26-019723](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-019723/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [5525 Plainfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5525-plainfield-ave/) | 0.22 mi NE | Plumbing | replaced a 40-gallon tall atmospheric vent NG water heater, new expansion tank (horizontal - strapped), drain pan (capped), and full-port ball valve. Also installed a new pressure reducing valve (PRV), including a new main water shut-off ball valve. | $5,000 | [BRCM-26-016061](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-016061/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [4515 Frankford Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/4515-frankford-ave/) | 0.20 mi W | Plumbing | Replace water service for building | $8,000 | [BRCM-26-013492](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-013492/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [4421 Frankford Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/4421-frankford-ave/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Remove all existing concrete located in front of 4421 Frankford Ave. Replace with new lead walk install. Dirt and grass install on sides of new lead walk. As per plans and as per code. | $8,000 | [BCCM-26-002296](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BCCM-26-002296/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [4708 Anntana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/4708-anntana-ave/) | 0.20 mi E | Alteration or repair | Strom door and front door replacement replaced. | $2,000 | [BRCM-26-017321](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-017321/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [5508 Cedella Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5508-cedella-ave/) | 0.21 mi SE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install new mini split system. Install new 1.5 ton heat pump (mini split outdoor) and 9k air handler (mini split indoor) | $15,000 | [BRCM-26-017145](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-017145/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [5203 Plainfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5203-plainfield-ave/) | 0.23 mi W | Other |  | $26,000 | [BRCM-26-014304](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-014304/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [5507 Adleigh Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5507-adleigh-ave/) | 0.20 mi N | Alteration or repair | Replace exterior door thru the home depot - same size, $500 - valerie emerson h: | $500 | [BRCM-26-015467](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-015467/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [5511 Adleigh Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5511-adleigh-ave/) | 0.22 mi N | Other | replacing Fascia, soffit and gutters | $13,500 | [BRCM-26-013119](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-013119/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [4515 Frankford Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/4515-frankford-ave/) | 0.20 mi W | Fence, wall or deck | Scope of work: exterior alterations to include: replacing floor boards and railings on front and back porch with steps, replacing 3 panels on fence and small gate replacement on fence, posts and structures are all still good and not in need of repair. We are just resurfacing existing porches and fen | $10,000 | [BRCM-26-012103](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-012103/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [4906 Frankford Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/4906-frankford-ave/) | 0.22 mi S | Plumbing | emergency repair water service line | $5,000 | [BRCM-26-011316](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-011316/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [4904 Frankford Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/4904-frankford-ave/) | 0.21 mi S | Fence, wall or deck | Scope of work: exterior alterations to include: fencing installation: install 110 linear feet of 6 foot high vinyl fence in rear and side yard of detached dwelling, 4 x 4 posts 8 feet apart and 12 inch deep footers as per code as per sketch (*notes: 1. All fencing and footer work will be done within | $7,200 | [BRCM-26-010657](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-010657/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [5620 Knell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5620-knell-ave/) | 0.24 mi NE | Grading | Work in my backyard to close everything around my back yard with SCOPE OF WORK ( Includes work in SWO ): ------ FENCE ------ a new fence measures approximately of 137 feet around the house on my back yard of which the left side measures 60 feet with the plan.The new fence will be 2 inches further in | Not listed | [BRCM-26-000068](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-000068/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [5503 Cedella Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5503-cedella-ave/) | 0.23 mi SE | Other |  | $13,000 | [BRCM-26-008176](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-008176/) |
| May 9, 2026 | [5201 Plainfield Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5201-plainfield-ave/) | 0.24 mi W | Plumbing | Replace 50 gallon gas water heater with same | $3,383 | [BRCM-26-009819](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/permit/BRCM-26-009819/) |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Knell Ave with permits, nearest house number first:

- [5503 Knell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5503-knell-ave/): newest permit Sep 11, 2026
- [5506 Knell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5506-knell-ave/): newest permit Mar 4, 2025
- [5516 Knell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5516-knell-ave/): newest permit Jul 27, 2026
- [5409 Knell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5409-knell-ave/): newest permit Nov 26, 2025
- [5606 Knell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5606-knell-ave/): newest permit Mar 12, 2025
- [5616 Knell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5616-knell-ave/): newest permit Jun 2, 2025
- [5620 Knell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5620-knell-ave/): newest permit May 26, 2026
- [5621 Knell Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5621-knell-ave/): newest permit Sep 19, 2025

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Source: Baltimore Department of Housing and Community Development permit data (https://www.arcgis.com/home/item.html?id=189e6d1c65df4e13b38c0027cee574f6), City of Baltimore, CC BY 3.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/). Checked 2026-10-08 11:36 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

Map, all 3 permits at this address and 37 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/baltimore/address/5501-knell-ave/
