# Building permits at 1196 River St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $7.6M project at 1318-1320 River St, permitted May 5.

25 permits on record here. The newest, Nov 25, 2025: The Anderson Tree Lighting Event has kiddie rides which require a generator. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 42 more permits (40 projects) since May 1. Two are for new buildings, the nearest 0.22 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 25, 2025 | Electrical | The Anderson Tree Lighting Event has kiddie rides which require a generator | $100 | [E1800818](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1800818/) |
| Jun 19, 2025 | Electrical | Rockland Trust - add devices to existing security alarm system | $17,189 | [ELV1728317](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1728317/) |
| May 16, 2025 | Roofing | Prepare existing roof for recover system Install.5" HD coverboard Install 060 black Reinforced EPDM fully adhered Install 040 perimeter edge metal | $91,310 | [SF1715059](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1715059/) |
| Nov 26, 2024 | Electrical | Ground and connect a generator for an outdoor event on Sunday 12/1 | Not listed | [ETS1674132](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1674132/) |
| Nov 22, 2022 | Electrical | installing temporary generator for Christmas event; | $350 | [ETS1418194](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1418194/) |
| May 3, 2019 | Sign | Per art 69 and Hyde Park Main Streets approval, remove and replace signs for Rockland Trust. No increase in size. Sign 001..reface existing blade....no change to clock; 002a plaque @3sf; 003 inter illum parallel cabinet @ 30" in ht @26 sf; 002c, 004 a&;b bank hours on door glass at less than 30%. ep | $10,000 | [ALT943012](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT943012/) |
| Oct 22, 2018 | Electrical | 2 truck mounted generators with electrical plugs in box with ground rods for Anderson Tree Lighting Festival on November 25, 2018 from 1:30 pm to 6:00 pm for kiddie rides, inflatables and 2 food trailers. No hard wiring. | Not listed | [ETS890368](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS890368/) |
| Jun 13, 2018 | Electrical | Hyde Park 150th celebration | $500 | [ETS842595](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS842595/) |
| Nov 16, 2017 | Electrical | 2 truck mounted generators with electrical plugs in box with ground rods for Anderson Tree Lighting Festival on November 26, 2016 from 1:30 pm t 6:00 pm for kiddie rides, inflatables and 2 food trucks. No hard wiring | Not listed | [ETS776687](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS776687/) |
| Nov 20, 2015 | Electrical | 2 Truck mounted generator with electrical plugs in box with ground rods | $100 | [ETS541508](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS541508/) |
| May 11, 2015 | Plumbing | f+i new water heater | $1,170 | [PL461706](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL461706/) |
| May 11, 2015 | Plumbing | f+i new water heater | $1,170 | [G461703](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G461703/) |
| Sep 22, 2014 | Electrical | Replace lighting with energy efficient fixtures at Atty Frank Colagiovanni. | $665 | [E399263](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E399263/) |
| Jun 6, 2012 | Other | Farmers Market to operate in the parking lot of Blue Hills Bank, 1196 River Street, Hyde Park, MA 02136; Saturdays, from 12 pm to 6 pm, from July 14th through October 6th, 2012 | Not listed | [SF148552](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF148552/) |
| Apr 18, 2012 | Sign | Blue hills bank -; installation of 1 new double-sided time/temp projection sign &; 4'-6" wide x 66" high 11' clearance above grade 16" x 37" time/temp display approved by bra | $10,000 | [ALT126391](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT126391/) |
| Mar 23, 2011 | Fire systems | Submitting drawings and design calculations for sprinkler system. The declared value was included in the original permit ALT31015 and previously paid. | Not listed | [A44244](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A44244/) |
| Mar 4, 2011 | Electrical | Upgrade of existing 3phase service to 400A. Existing 1ph service to remain. | $5,500 | [E65582](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E65582/) |
| Jan 7, 2011 | Electrical | low v in bank | $1,500 | [ELV58255](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV58255/) |
| Dec 28, 2010 | Plumbing | Renovations to include 1 temporary heater. | Not listed | [G56900](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G56900/) |
| Nov 4, 2010 | Electrical | Run low voltage, cat5e cables. | $16,000 | [ELV50287](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV50287/) |
| Sep 10, 2010 | Addition | Addition and interior renovation to an existing bank (Contact David ); LPR | $1,900,000 | [ALT31015](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT31015/) |
| Aug 5, 2010 | Plumbing | Plumbing renovations to include kitchen sinks, lavs, slop sinks, and water closets. | Not listed | [PL37015](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL37015/) |
| Jul 29, 2010 | Fire systems | Install and modify fire alarm system in conjunction with the renovation and addition of existing bank branch | $15,000 | [EFA36173](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA36173/) |
| Jul 29, 2010 | Electrical | Renovation and expansion of existing Hyde Park Savings Bank | $150,000 | [E36170](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E36170/) |
| Jul 15, 2010 | Alteration or repair | This permit is in conjunction with un-assigned permit #ALT31015. Cost is included on building permit. This permit for interior demo only. | Not listed | [SF34074](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF34074/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 8 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 2026 | [15-17 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-harvard-av/) | 240 ft NW | Electrical | Installation of exhaust fan | $500 | [E1878633](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1878633/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [34 Oak St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-oak-st/) | 210 ft SW | Electrical | installed six recessed lights and relocate 5 devices | $15,000 | [E1892886](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1892886/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [15-17 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-harvard-av/) | 240 ft NW | Electrical | Outlets | $1,100 | [E1889864](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1889864/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [15-17 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-harvard-av/) | 240 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Frame walls in bathroom frame half wall in utility room. Insulate walls where needed install drywall on walls. Install tile on walls in bathroom. Plaster wall in utility room and paint. Build soffit around pipe on bar install fire blocking around pipes where needed. | $22,000 | [SF1886013](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886013/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [15-17 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-harvard-av/) | 240 ft NW | Plumbing | Install fixtures | $25,000 | [PL1871487](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1871487/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [15-17 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-harvard-av/) | 240 ft NW | Plumbing | Replace water heater and retest gas | $15,000 | [G1871486](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1871486/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [34 Oak St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-oak-st/) | 210 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Partial removal of a non structural partition wall between the living room and bedroom | $15,000 | [SF1868330](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868330/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [2-20 Fairmount Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2--20-fairmount-av/) | 200 ft E | Alteration or repair | Adding takeout to existing restaurant. no work to be done. | Not listed | [ALT1706180](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1706180/) |

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [6 Webster St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-webster-st/) | 740 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Existing church to include use of current 1st floor space for a food distribution center. This involves the distribution of uncooked food and groceries to individual community members on a by weekly basis. There is no added cost involved as the facility already exist and we will be using the existin | $4,000 | [ALT1738655](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1738655/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [39-41 Pierce St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39--41-pierce-st/) | 870 ft E | Alteration or repair | Repair/Renovation on some Windows & Vinyl Siding | $24,000 | [SF1897633](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897633/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [25 Pierce St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-pierce-st/) | 750 ft E | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization and air sealing with the Mass Save Program. No structural changes. | $12,789 | [SF1888278](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1888278/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [24 Webster St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-webster-st/) | 810 ft N | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 851618) | $15,000 | [SF1883771](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1883771/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [8 Pine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-pine-st/) | 970 ft S | Electrical | Wire exterior heat pump and GFI outlet | $1,200 | [E1887001](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1887001/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [58 Oak St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/58-oak-st/) | 550 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Kneewall and basement sill insulation | $14,938 | [SF1871681](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1871681/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [36 Maple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-maple-st/) | 370 ft SW | Roofing | Remove all debris on left side flat roof and apply epdm rubber membrane in accordance to industry standard and state and local codes | $10,450 | [SF1873103](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873103/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [24 Webster St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-webster-st/) | 810 ft N | Alteration or repair | adding Vapor barrier - 6 mil polyethylene to exposed dirt in basement insulating walls with cellulose also insulating the attic with 8" dense pack cellulose | $14,858 | [SF1868746](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868746/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [1269-1281 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1269--1281-hyde-park-av/) | 770 ft W | Electrical | Install a portable energy storage system for an outdoor festival on 7/10/26, 7/17/26, 7/24/26 and 7/31/26 | $200 | [E1868680](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1868680/) |
| Jun 27, 2026 | [26 Oak St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-oak-st/) | 280 ft SW | Plumbing | All new rough and finish plumbing in basement for 3 mop sinks, one lav, one toilet. First floor kitchen sink, toilet, and lav | $13,000 | [PL1865365](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1865365/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [11-13 Webster St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11--13-webster-st/) | 900 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Insulation and Air Sealing | $2,672 | [SF1849799](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1849799/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [28 Webster St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-webster-st/) | 850 ft N | Electrical | FULL 200 AMP service change needed at site in order to proceed inspections | $3,000 | [E1860485](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860485/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [25 Winthrop St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-winthrop-st/) | 420 ft N | Alteration or repair | Demo and rebuild failing front porch. Partial repair to asphalt driveway | $66,750 | [SF1852219](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852219/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [30 Webster St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-webster-st/) | 860 ft N | Alteration or repair | Renovate existing single family, including rear and front addition and extension of living space into attic with dormers. Change of occupancy from single-family to two-family. | $150,000 | [ALT1790167](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1790167/) |
| May 23, 2026 | [1137 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1137-river-st/) | 600 ft NE | Other | Setting up a 20x20 tent for the ymca summer program | $2,785 | [SF1848290](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848290/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [28 Walter St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-walter-st/) | 970 ft E | Plumbing | Replacement of dishwasher | $500 | [PL1850358](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1850358/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [26 Oak St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-oak-st/) | 280 ft SW | Plumbing | Replacement water heater | $1,000 | [PL1845924](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1845924/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [26 Oak St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-oak-st/) | 280 ft SW | Plumbing | Replacement water heater only | $2,600 | [G1845917](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1845917/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [1251-1269 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1251--1269-river-st/) | 500 ft W | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1845684](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1845684/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 15 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 2026 | [18 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-summer-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 1 entry door; like for like size; no structural changes | $1,485 | [SF1894519](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894519/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [67 Davison St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-davison-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | Replacement of gas furnace | $8,000 | [G1881903](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1881903/) |
| Jun 28, 2026 | [68 Pierce St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/68-pierce-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Alteration or repair | renovate bathroom, install gutter and downspout, replace windows, install new rubber roofing, install 2 exterior door. | $46,650 | [SF1861069](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861069/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [40 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-dana-av/) | 0.21 mi SW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 4.51 KW 11 panels NO BATTERY STORAGE | $24,600 | [SF1852760](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852760/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [40 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-dana-av/) | 0.21 mi SW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 4.51 KW 11 panels NO BATTERY STORAGE | $24,600 | [E1852762](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1852762/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [87 Maple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/87-maple-st/) | 0.19 mi S | Alteration or repair | 1.- Replace with anew 2.- replace new slnding 3.- install pvc wood an door trims 4.- install water guttars square feet roof.30 SQ cement 30 sq all window ond | $70,000 | [SF1849425](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1849425/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [51 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/51-walnut-st/) | 0.22 mi S | New building | Raze existing 1 story garage on 35 Walnut Street, and erect a new 1 story, 4 door garage spanning across 35 Walnut and the abutting 51 Walnut (Both properties owned by Applicant). | $125,000 | [ERT1676367](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1676367/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [51 Walnut St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/51-walnut-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Combine parcel 1809178000 (1,600 Sq. Ft.) with parcel 1809177001 (2,782 Sq. Ft.). See ert 1676367. | Not listed | [ALT1707721](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1707721/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [72 Pierce St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/72-pierce-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Roofing | 70 Pierce St - Reroof: Tear off existing underlayment, ice and water, shingle, drip edge, flashing, and trim. Install new underlayment, ice and water, shingle, drip edge, flashing, and trim. | $25,365 | [SF1848053](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848053/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [40 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-dana-av/) | 0.21 mi SW | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,086 | [PL1850407](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1850407/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [40 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-dana-av/) | 0.21 mi SW | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,086 | [G1850406](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1850406/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [46 Lincoln St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-lincoln-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Remove old shakewood siding and replace it with new vinyl siding. Also remove front decking boards and replace it with composite boards. | $37,000 | [SF1840826](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1840826/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [68 Pierce St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/68-pierce-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Plumbing | Replace heating boiler | $5,000 | [PL1845961](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1845961/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [1318-1320 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1318--1320-river-st/) | 0.23 mi W | New building | Erect 4 story mixed-use structure to consist of 30 residential units (levels 2-4) and ground floor coffee shop (small take-out restaurant; core/shell). Enclosed ground floor parking for 30 cars; stacker parking utilized.;[ePlan] In conjunction with ALT1316466SHORT FORM / DEMO PERMIT REQUIRED FOR EXI | $7,605,231 | [ERT1291940](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1291940/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [11 Business St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-business-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Electrical | Adding public meter an unit 4 meeter | $8,000 | [E1844869](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1844869/) |

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-05 19:03 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

Map, all 25 permits at this address and 42 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1196-river-st/