# Building permits at 12 Dana Av, Boston, MA

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

One permit here in the last two years. The newest, Nov 12, 2024: Demo existing buildingsDig Safe#20241901379. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 54 more permits (49 projects) since May 1. Two are for new buildings, the nearest 520 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 12, 2024 | Demolition | Demo existing buildingsDig Safe#20241901379 | $10,000 | [SF1589032](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1589032/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 28 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 2026 | [1251-1269 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1251--1269-river-st/) | 720 ft NE | Fire systems | Replace FACP and associated notification and initiating devices | $29,000 | [EFA1908507](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1908507/) |
| Oct 8, 2026 | [1251-1269 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1251--1269-river-st/) | 720 ft NE | Fire systems | Replacement of Fire Alarm control panel and associated initiating and notification devices. | $12,000 | [E1893911](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1893911/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [16 Barry St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-barry-st/) | 740 ft W | Plumbing | 1 Floor: 1 Kitchen | $3,500 | [PL1906683](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1906683/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [16 Barry St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-barry-st/) | 740 ft W | Plumbing | 1 Floor: 1 gas stove | $500 | [G1906685](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1906685/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [1251-1269 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1251--1269-river-st/) | 720 ft NE | Fire systems | Install a new addressable fire alarm system including FACP, notification and detection devices, pull stations, monitoring, HVAC/Ansul interfaces, programming, testing, certification, and BFD acceptance. | $65,000 | [ALT1900631](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1900631/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [16 Barry St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-barry-st/) | 740 ft W | Electrical | Kitchen renovation | $5,000 | [E1905988](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1905988/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [14-20 Business Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14--20-business-te/) | 790 ft SW | Plumbing | Work being done at #16a. Replacing 60K BTU furnace and all associated gas work. | $10,000 | [G1901575](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1901575/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [16 Barry St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-barry-st/) | 740 ft W | Alteration or repair | Full kitchen gut and renovation. | $53,700 | [SF1894917](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894917/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [18 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-summer-st/) | 970 ft N | 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 25, 2026 | [34 Oak St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-oak-st/) | 830 ft NE | Electrical | installed six recessed lights and relocate 5 devices | $15,000 | [E1892886](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1892886/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [29 Business St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-business-st/) | 560 ft W | Alteration or repair | rebuild exterior rear stairs | $6,000 | [SF1887455](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1887455/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [8 Pine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-pine-st/) | 680 ft SE | Electrical | Wire exterior heat pump and GFI outlet | $1,200 | [E1887001](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1887001/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [54 Business St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54-business-st/) | 750 ft SW | Fence, wall or deck | Repair the porch rotten deck board and hanger | $5,000 | [SF1879792](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879792/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [36 Maple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-maple-st/) | 740 ft E | 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 17, 2026 | [64 Business St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64-business-st/) | 920 ft SW | Fence, wall or deck | Repair deck boards and handrails. Install new joist hanger and post base because they are rotten. | $20,000 | [SF1873682](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873682/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [1269-1281 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1269--1281-hyde-park-av/) | 420 ft N | 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/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [34 Oak St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-oak-st/) | 830 ft NE | 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 27, 2026 | [26 Oak St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-oak-st/) | 740 ft NE | 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 8, 2026 | [40 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-dana-av/) | 610 ft SE | 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/) | 610 ft SE | 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 19, 2026 | [40 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-dana-av/) | 610 ft SE | 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/) | 610 ft SE | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,086 | [G1850406](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1850406/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [26 Oak St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-oak-st/) | 740 ft NE | 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/) | 740 ft NE | 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/) | 720 ft NE | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1845684](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1845684/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [1318-1320 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1318--1320-river-st/) | 520 ft NW | 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/) | 420 ft NW | Electrical | Adding public meter an unit 4 meeter | $8,000 | [E1844869](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1844869/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [1386-1388 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1386--1388-river-st/) | 1,000 ft W | Alteration or repair | Install an egress window and a Landscaping wall | $2,500 | [SF1837591](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1837591/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 26 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 2026 | [19-20 Margin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19--20-margin-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | To insulate attic with blown in cellulose insulation. Misc measures | $3,048 | [SF1906852](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1906852/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [48 Gordon Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-gordon-av/) | 0.23 mi NW | Roofing | Remove and restrip with new asphalt roof - 36sq + remove and install one new skylight. | $44,545 | [SF1901532](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901532/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [28 Avila Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-avila-rd/) | 0.22 mi NW | Electrical | 200 amp service upgrade from 100 amps. | $3,800 | [E1904044](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904044/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [15-17 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-harvard-av/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | Installation of exhaust fan | $500 | [E1878633](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1878633/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [22 Perkins Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22-perkins-av/) | 0.25 mi W | Solar | Installation of roof mounted solar pv - 13 panels - 5.33kW DC. Installation of Tesla ESS on exterior of building. No Structural. | $50,853 | [SF1890502](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890502/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [22 Perkins Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22-perkins-av/) | 0.25 mi W | Solar | Installation of roof mounted solar pv - 13 panels - 5.33kW DC. Installation of Tesla ESS on exterior of building. | $35,597 | [E1890507](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1890507/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [28 Avila Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-avila-rd/) | 0.22 mi NW | Electrical | 200 Amp mpu (main panel upgrade) | $3,600 | [E1890202](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1890202/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [15-17 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-harvard-av/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | Outlets | $1,100 | [E1889864](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1889864/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [32 Linwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-linwood-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 6.15 KW 15 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $63,300 | [SF1877196](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877196/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [32 Linwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-linwood-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 6.15 KW 15 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $63,300 | [E1877200](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1877200/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [58 Oak St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/58-oak-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Alteration or repair | Kneewall and basement sill insulation | $14,938 | [SF1871681](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1871681/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [19 Donna Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-donna-te/) | 0.21 mi SW | Roofing | Remove existing shingle roof on the entire house, Install an 8" drip edge on all leading edges, Install 6' of ice and water shield on front leading edges and valleys, Install new ridge vent, Install new vent pipe flanges, Install new GAF Timberline High Definition Architectural shingles | $6,500 | [SF1870185](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870185/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [15-17 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-harvard-av/) | 0.20 mi NE | 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/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [19 Donna Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-donna-te/) | 0.21 mi SW | Roofing | 14 roof squares strip and re-roof, IKO Dynasty - Summit Grey | $12,000 | [SF1879749](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879749/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [30 Linwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-linwood-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Roofing | Strip existing roof of main house and install new artisan shingles. Install ice and water shield at bottom eaves and in valleys. Install 8 inch drip edge at all outside edges. Supply all new pipe boots. Repair trim on rear and front porches and replace with PVC. Clean all roof related debris. | $16,500 | [SF1875361](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875361/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [5 Austin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-austin-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Roofing | Remove and restrip with new asphalt roof - 24sq | $24,520 | [SF1879285](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879285/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [19 Donna Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-donna-te/) | 0.21 mi SW | Solar | Remove pre-existent solar array for roof replacement. 19 panels total. Reinstall solar on roof. | $16,000 | [SF1879123](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879123/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [19 Donna Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-donna-te/) | 0.21 mi SW | Solar | Remove pre-existent solar array for roof replacement. 19 panels total. Reinstall solar on roof. | $16,000 | [E1879136](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879136/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [15-17 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-harvard-av/) | 0.20 mi NE | 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/) | 0.20 mi NE | Plumbing | Replace water heater and retest gas | $15,000 | [G1871486](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1871486/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [2-20 Fairmount Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2--20-fairmount-av/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Adding takeout to existing restaurant. no work to be done. | Not listed | [ALT1706180](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1706180/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [25 Winthrop St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-winthrop-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Demo and rebuild failing front porch. Partial repair to asphalt driveway | $66,750 | [SF1852219](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852219/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [87 Maple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/87-maple-st/) | 0.22 mi E | 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/) | 0.21 mi SE | 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/) | 0.21 mi SE | 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 2, 2026 | [12 Perkins Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-perkins-av/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | installing a new service for an ADU building behind the existing house. There is an existing permit open for another electrician. we are ONLY bringing the new service to the building and then the other electrician will take it from there | $5,000 | [E1843878](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1843878/) |

## 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 |  | 81 Maple St | 0.21 mi SE | To confirm occupancy as a 2 family and change occupancy from a 2 family to a 2 family with an ADU… | [BOA1721424](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2025-05-15 |
| Approved | May 14, 2026 | 2 to 20 Fairmount Av | 0.23 mi NE | To add takeout to existing restaurant. no work to be done | [BOA1721164](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2025-05-14 |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Dana Av with permits, nearest house number first:

- [14 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-dana-av/): newest permit Jan 9, 2025
- [7 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-dana-av/): newest permit Jan 16, 2026
- [3-5 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3--5-dana-av/): newest permit Mar 27, 2025
- [32 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-dana-av/): newest permit Oct 24, 2024
- [34 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-dana-av/): newest permit Oct 3, 2024
- [40 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-dana-av/): newest permit Jun 8, 2026
- [48 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-dana-av/): newest permit Sep 5, 2025
- [56 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56-dana-av/): newest permit Sep 4, 2025
- [57-59 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57--59-dana-av/): newest permit Apr 25, 2025
- [116 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/116-dana-av/): newest permit Apr 30, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-16 09:35 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 16, 07:47 UTC.

Map, the one permit at this address and 54 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-dana-av/