# Building permits at 116 Howland St, Boston, MA

Two permits on record here. The newest, Dec 1, 2025: SIDING REPLACEMENT- Strip existing. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 61 more permits (57 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1, 2025 | Alteration or repair | SIDING REPLACEMENT- Strip existing, install underlayment paper, install hardy plank, trim fascia and soffit with frieze board, new pvc trims on windows and doors etc. | $38,400 | [SF1802677](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1802677/) |
| Sep 19, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Front porch repair- remove exist railings, floor decking, repair posts, new stringers, frame as needed, install new pvc railings, composite flooring, etc to finish | $4,800 | [SF1653903](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1653903/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 36 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [24 Hollander St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-hollander-st/) | 490 ft NE | Roofing | Roof replacement. | $19,750 | [SF1905837](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1905837/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [96 Crawford St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/96-crawford-st/) | 360 ft S | Alteration or repair | 6 zone Ductless (Minisplit) system. 6 heads and 2 condensers. | $36,000 | [SF1894901](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894901/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [211 Humboldt Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/211-humboldt-av/) | 660 ft S | Sign | installation of four (4) rigid vinyl signs mounted to building face with stainless steel masonry screws | $153 | [ALT1884137](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1884137/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [61 Crawford St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61-crawford-st/) | 940 ft SE | Electrical | Upgrade Electrical service from 100 AMP to 200 AMP | $11,000 | [E1899061](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1899061/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [157 Crawford St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/157-crawford-st/) | 850 ft N | Plumbing | Boiler replacement | $5,000 | [PL1887253](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1887253/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [69 Holworthy St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-holworthy-st/) | 900 ft N | Roofing | Strip and reroof | $19,800 | [SF1880468](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880468/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [24 Hollander St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-hollander-st/) | 490 ft NE | Plumbing | Plumbing of electric water heater Unit #26 | $2,000 | [PL1889930](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1889930/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [24 Hollander St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-hollander-st/) | 490 ft NE | Electrical | #24 Wire 3 ton outdoor condenser w/disconnect and communication wire #26 Wire 3 ton outdoor cond w/disc and communication wire; wire electric water heater. #28 Wire 3 ton & 1.5 ton outdoor cond w/disc and communication wire. #24 & #28 Replace existing main electrical panel with new (NEC compliant) | $6,500 | [E1890028](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1890028/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [211 Humboldt Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/211-humboldt-av/) | 660 ft S | Alteration or repair | Level 2 alteration with new roofing, fascia, soffits, gutters; interior demo and new partitions, restroom reconfiguration, updated MEPs, finishes, fire alarm. Site work includes added parking,striping, and revised footprint; lighting, asphalt, fencing, sidewalks,and stormwater system. | $199,250 | [ALT1824343](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1824343/) |
| Aug 15, 2026 | [211 Humboldt Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/211-humboldt-av/) | 660 ft S | Fire systems | Upgrade existing Fire Alarm System Install New Addressable System | $5,000 | [EFA1882505](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1882505/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [54 Ruthven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54-ruthven-st/) | 440 ft SW | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1883632](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1883632/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [104 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/104-howland-st/) | 260 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Weatherization, Insulation, Air Sealing | $13,563 | [SF1869156](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869156/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [17 Ruthven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-ruthven-st/) | 680 ft W | Alteration or repair | deck repair | $10,000 | [SF1878825](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1878825/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [302 Walnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/302-walnut-av/) | 990 ft NW | Electrical | Diesel generator to Power Inflatables for duration of event | $3,020 | [E1879802](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879802/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [210-224 Humboldt Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/210--224-humboldt-av/) | 740 ft S | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install for 214 Humboldt Ave | $1,200 | [ELV1875240](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1875240/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [54 Holworthy St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54-holworthy-st/) | 710 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Install new concrete sidewalk with compacted gravel base and drainage slope, construct reinforced cast-in-place concrete steps, and pave rear yard area with asphalt for dumpster access and rolling path.Contracted to Install new chain-link fence with concrete footings, top rail, one double vehicle ga | $60,000 | [ALT1839901](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1839901/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [211 Humboldt Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/211-humboldt-av/) | 660 ft S | Plumbing | Renovation of the men's and women's restrooms, replacement of existing toilets, lavatory sinks, hose bibbs, urinal, and floor drains. Installation of a new utility sink, water heater, water piping, boiler, and a dual drinking water fountain with integrated bottle filling station. | $30,000 | [PL1873706](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1873706/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [211 Humboldt Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/211-humboldt-av/) | 660 ft S | Plumbing | Natural Gas Boiler for the basement appointment | $15,000 | [G1874542](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1874542/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [211 Humboldt Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/211-humboldt-av/) | 660 ft S | Electrical | Replace old Lighting, devices, Audio/Video and Fire Alarm Systems. Remove service drops and replace with new underground service lateral to pole | $32,000 | [E1865328](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1865328/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [126 Crawford St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/126-crawford-st/) | 450 ft W | Addition | Construct new exterior stairs and entry landing to provide a dedicated front entrance for the second unit, which occupies the third floor of an existing two-family dwelling. The first unit occupies the first and second floors. No change in use or occupancy. | $15,000 | [ALT1796040](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1796040/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [134-140 Crawford St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/134--140-crawford-st/) | 610 ft NW | Roofing | Strip existing EPDM Roof and Install new insulation and EPDM Roof | $128,520 | [SF1870552](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870552/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [24 Homestead St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-homestead-st/) | 850 ft W | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,204 | [PL1871465](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1871465/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [24 Homestead St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-homestead-st/) | 850 ft W | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,204 | [G1871464](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1871464/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [79 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79-howland-st/) | 820 ft E | Electrical | Removal of existing electrical wiring, replacing removed electrical wiring with new wiring and providing new wiring and outlets as a result of relocating kitchen and bath. | $60,000 | [E1868517](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1868517/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [104 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/104-howland-st/) | 260 ft SE | Electrical | Replace existing bath fan with new. | $1,200 | [E1869163](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1869163/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [97 Waumbeck St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/97-waumbeck-st/) | 390 ft N | Alteration or repair | Demo drywall in second floor bathtub and replace with new shower. Inspection for fire stopping and/or insulation. | $17,030 | [SF1861369](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861369/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [97 Waumbeck St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/97-waumbeck-st/) | 390 ft N | Plumbing | Convert tub to shower and replace valve on 2nd floor bathroom. | $4,000 | [PL1861305](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1861305/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [43 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-howland-st/) | 990 ft E | Roofing | Over lay, 1 Layer of roof shingles front side of roof, including dormer. | $2,800 | [SF1858600](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858600/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [125 Crawford St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/125-crawford-st/) | 430 ft NW | Alteration or repair | replacing back porch | $15,000 | [SF1853575](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853575/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [114 Harrishof St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/114-harrishof-st/) | 940 ft N | Roofing | Strip and reroof. | $28,250 | [SF1851237](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851237/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [153 Crawford St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/153-crawford-st/) | 810 ft NW | Roofing | Residential Re-roofing: No Structural Changes Shingles Replacement: Primary (TimeProof™ Oakridge AR Shingles) and Hip Shingles (TimeProof™ ProRidge® Hip & Ridge Shingles) Underlayment Changeout: RhinoRoof G and ProArmor Synthetic and Flashing Drip Edge | $18,207 | [SF1846971](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846971/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [79 Holworthy St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79-holworthy-st/) | 950 ft N | Electrical | 60 amp electric service to feed monitoring cabinet | $10,000 | [E1847410](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847410/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [165 Harold St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/165-harold-st/) | 430 ft N | Roofing | Remove and replace old existing shingles, 22 sq. Install high performance synthetic underlayment. Apply up to 6 feet of GAF ice and water shields. Install GAF Timberline architectural shingles. All materials, labor, and debris clean up are included. | $8,800 | [SF1846658](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846658/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [85 Waumbeck St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-waumbeck-st/) | 340 ft N | Fence, wall or deck | Demo and rebuild rear exterior deck for each unit. ( 3 total ) | $22,000 | [SF1844880](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844880/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [165 Harold St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/165-harold-st/) | 430 ft N | Solar | Installation of 38 roof mounted solar panels, no ESS.; | $65,687 | [SF1842347](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1842347/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [165 Harold St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/165-harold-st/) | 430 ft N | Solar | Installation of 38 roof mounted solar panels. No battery | $65,000 | [E1828196](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1828196/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 25 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [58 Crawford St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/58-crawford-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Solar | Rooftop solar 13 panels 5.33 kwdc no ESS no structural | $6,624 | [ALT1861159](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1861159/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [160 Ruthven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160-ruthven-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Roofing | Repair roof shingles and chimney r | $2,000 | [SF1906502](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1906502/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [38 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-howland-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Plumbing | replace heating boiler | $5,000 | [PL1904461](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1904461/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [38 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-howland-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Plumbing | replace heating boiler | $5,000 | [G1904456](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1904456/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [38 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-howland-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Plumbing | replace heating boiler | $5,000 | [G1900996](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1900996/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [38 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-howland-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Plumbing | replace heating boiler | $5,000 | [PL1901000](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1901000/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [21 Wabon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-wabon-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Legalizing extension of living space in basement and installing two egress window wells for two basement bedrooms correct V898540. Owner spoke to the inspector who confirmed that house is in fact a large one family. on interior of bedrooms we will add sheetrock where needed and paint | $25,000 | [ALT1844364](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1844364/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [279 Walnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/279-walnut-av/) | 0.22 mi NW | Alteration or repair | 2nd floor bathroom: demo drywall bathroom shower and repalce with shower. 3rd floor: Demo drywall bathtub and replace with new bathtub and replacing toilet on 3rd floor bathroom. Inspections for firesafeing and/or insulation. | $42,230 | [SF1888259](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1888259/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [38 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-howland-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Roofing | Roof removal and replacement | $24,000 | [SF1900427](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900427/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [168 Ruthven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/168-ruthven-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Electrical | Upgrade service from 100amps to 300 | $8,500 | [E1901001](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901001/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [279 Walnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/279-walnut-av/) | 0.22 mi NW | Plumbing | 2nd floor bathroom shower and valve replacement. 3rd floor bathtub, valve and toilet replacement. | $8,000 | [PL1888266](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1888266/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [36 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-howland-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | To insulate attic and exterior walls with blown in cellulose insulation. | $3,999 | [SF1877876](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877876/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [36 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-howland-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | Install bathroom fan and Arc fault breaker, | $1,000 | [E1882481](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882481/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [25 Waumbeck St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-waumbeck-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Solar | Installation of an interconnnected rooftop pv system. 12 panels 4.92 kw dc. Franklin ESS 15 kw to be installed on the exterior of the home. No structural upgrades required. | $16,424 | [SF1882263](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882263/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [25 Waumbeck St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-waumbeck-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | Replace 100a meter and service conductor refeed and relocate meter | $2,200 | [E1882648](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882648/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [25 Waumbeck St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-waumbeck-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Solar | Installation of an interconnected rooftop pv system. 12 panels 4.92 kw dc. Franklin ESS 15 kw to be installed on the exterior of the home. | $54,985 | [E1882270](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882270/) |
| Aug 2, 2026 | [168 Ruthven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/168-ruthven-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Plumbing | 3 Gas test to turn gas back on | $300 | [G1879297](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1879297/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [108 Harold St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108-harold-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Electrical | Wire 3 ton outdoor condenser with disconnect and communication wire. | $1,000 | [E1878412](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1878412/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [7 Homestead St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-homestead-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | 364 WALNUT AVE - Remove existing siding and siding accessories and replace with new siding and siding accessories. | $96,450 | [SF1870332](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870332/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [58 Crawford St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/58-crawford-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Solar | Rooftop solar 13 panels 5.33 kwdc no ESS | $22,176 | [E1861163](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861163/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [151 Townsend St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/151-townsend-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Change the legal occupancy from a two-family dwelling to a four family-dwelling.; (Project cost reflected on short form $720,000)eplan -- BOA decision valid until 06/2026 -- BBRS | $67,750 | [ALT1513823](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1513823/) |
| Jun 6, 2026 | [7 Homestead St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-homestead-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | Remove front porches and rebuild them. Remove front masonry steps and rebuild with wood. | $21,550 | [SF1856159](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856159/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [145 Townsend St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/145-townsend-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Remove existing bathtub to be replaced with new walk in shower & surround walls. All new fixtures like for like within same footprint as existing. No structural changes. Plumber will pull their own permit. All debris leaves job site with crew. | $20,046 | [SF1846687](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846687/) |
| May 9, 2026 | [145 Townsend St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/145-townsend-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Plumbing | replace tub to shower, lav and toilet | $1,500 | [PL1846958](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1846958/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [160 Harrishof St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160-harrishof-st/) | 0.25 mi N | Fire systems | The direct replacement of a fialed convnetional fire panel with a New Addressable FACP and Zone Modules. | $32,000 | [EFA1842191](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1842191/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

Hearings are public: you can comment or attend. Dates can move; check the city's page before you go.

| Status | Hearing | Address | Distance | Request | Case | City's words | Filed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Requested |  | 13 Homestead St | 0.20 mi W | Zoning appeal: "New two family construction with 2 on grade tandem parking spaces. e Filed" | [BOA1838398](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-04-10 |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Howland St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [126 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/126-howland-st/): newest permit Oct 31, 2024
- [104 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/104-howland-st/): newest permit Aug 10, 2026
- [91 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/91-howland-st/): newest permit Dec 11, 2024
- [79 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79-howland-st/): newest permit Jul 9, 2026
- [78 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/78-howland-st/): newest permit Feb 4, 2026
- [71-73 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71--73-howland-st/): newest permit Oct 8, 2025
- [43 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-howland-st/): newest permit Jun 8, 2026
- [41 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41-howland-st/): newest permit Aug 22, 2025
- [40 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-howland-st/): newest permit Dec 30, 2025
- [38 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-howland-st/): newest permit Sep 25, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-09 07:39 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

Zoning requests come from the Boston Zoning Board of Appeal tracker (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/zoning-board-of-appeal-tracker). We read it Oct 9, 06:47 UTC.

Map, both permits at this address and 61 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/116-howland-st/