# Building permits at 137-141 Chiswick Rd, Boston, MA

Three permits on record here. The newest, Oct 28, 2025: Safety check of existing wiring, installing new outlets to replace old. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 56 more permits (55 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2025 | Electrical | Safety check of existing wiring, installing new outlets to replace old. | $1,200 | [E1791599](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1791599/) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Unit 137-1B Interior repairs due to water damage. Replace 12lf sill plate and studs(nonbearing). Replace Affected insulation and wallboard in 1 Bedroom. Replace finish flooring, trim and paint. | $16,656 | [SF1787326](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1787326/) |
| Sep 10, 2025 | Plumbing | Replace Lavatory & fix leak in Unit #5 | $600 | [PL1773696](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1773696/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 38 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [152-164 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/152--164-chestnut-hill-av/) | 250 ft NW | Plumbing | install waste vent and water pipe for Buffalo Wild Wings Restaurant | $42,000 | [PL1907488](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1907488/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [152-164 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/152--164-chestnut-hill-av/) | 250 ft NW | Plumbing | install gas pipe for Buffalo Wild Wings | $13,000 | [G1907491](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1907491/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [152-164 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/152--164-chestnut-hill-av/) | 250 ft NW | Electrical | wiring for lights and receptacles for new Buffalo Wild Wings GO restaurant | $30,000 | [E1905494](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1905494/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [183 Strathmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/183-strathmore-rd/) | 310 ft SW | Electrical | Electrical updates: Furnish and install breakers, wiring, boxes, devices, finish plates, light fixtures, and all associated fittings to complete electrical updates to 6 apartment units | $4,795 | [E1902169](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1902169/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [152-164 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/152--164-chestnut-hill-av/) | 250 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Remodeling an interior tenant space in an existing building. | $356,925 | [ALT1875461](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1875461/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [2-4 Wiltshire Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2--4-wiltshire-rd/) | 850 ft N | Plumbing | Replace the stove valve and reconnect the stove | $900 | [G1899759](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1899759/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [32 Colwell Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-colwell-av/) | 790 ft NW | Plumbing | Install 3 kitchens, 6 bathrooms in 3 laundries. | $45,000 | [PL1894725](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1894725/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [32 Colwell Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-colwell-av/) | 790 ft NW | Plumbing | Install 3 gas stoves, 2 fireplaces in 3 gas, hot water tanks. | $6,725 | [G1894729](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1894729/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [1853 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1853-commonwealth-av/) | 640 ft S | Electrical | Replace HVAC control wires | $1,000 | [E1895550](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1895550/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [31 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-south-st/) | 970 ft W | Electrical | Demo basement apartments | $4,000 | [E1894145](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1894145/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [35 Colwell Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-colwell-av/) | 890 ft NW | Roofing | Removing existing roof, installing new icy water barrier and new asphalt roof 30 Squares | $22,500 | [SF1889539](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889539/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [1757 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1757-commonwealth-av/) | 970 ft E | Alteration or repair | Full demolition of existing rear deck. Remove 2 existing footings; install 2 new footings, 12" dia x 48" deep per code. Reconstruct exact-replica deck (8'8"W x 9'7"D x 10'5.5" off ground), same framing specs as existing structure. | $15,300 | [SF1868602](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868602/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [209 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/209-chestnut-hill-av/) | 490 ft W | Electrical | service upgrade to 200 amp | $6,500 | [E1889148](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1889148/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [247 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/247-chestnut-hill-av/) | 690 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Masonry repair including repointing, spalling brick replacement, and header and sill repairs. | $103,440 | [SF1852523](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852523/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [50 Kirkwood Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-kirkwood-rd/) | 790 ft W | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 14 windows and 1 entry door, like for like, same size, no structural changes | $18,000 | [SF1883724](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1883724/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [167-183 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/167--183-chestnut-hill-av/) | 410 ft NW | Plumbing | Demo drain before trap under stainless sink and add air gap under sink before trap | $800 | [PL1882624](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1882624/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [31 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-south-st/) | 970 ft W | Alteration or repair | Complete demolition of all interior partition walls, ceiling, flooring, bathroom, etc., leaving the units on studs. Units B1 and B4 at 35 South St. and units B1, B3 and B4 at 31 South St. | $206,050 | [SF1873112](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873112/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [30 Wallingford Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-wallingford-rd/) | 610 ft NE | Plumbing | Backflow Replacement | $1,500 | [PL1870072](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1870072/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [1957 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1957-commonwealth-av/) | 970 ft SW | Electrical | Rewire of existing apartment unit #6 | $5,000 | [E1862456](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862456/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [286 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/286-chestnut-hill-av/) | 790 ft S | Alteration or repair | Retrofit insulation using poured in place polyurethane insulation | $166,000 | [SF1864258](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864258/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [1957 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1957-commonwealth-av/) | 970 ft SW | Electrical | Rewire of existing apartment unit #4 | $5,000 | [E1862447](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862447/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [30 Wallingford Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-wallingford-rd/) | 610 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Enclose new laundry chute. Metal studs and sheetrock | $53,300 | [SF1860216](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860216/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [1757 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1757-commonwealth-av/) | 970 ft E | Alteration or repair | Replace 16 existing windows with Pella Impervia fiberglass double-hung 1-over-1 units. Replace one existing sliding door and one existing basement door. No structural changes to existing openings. Same size, same location. Exterior renovation only. | $40,955 | [SF1856641](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856641/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [57 Leamington Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57-leamington-rd/) | 900 ft NE | Plumbing | re-plumb 2 bathrooms on 1st and 2nd floor. 2 toilets, 2 vanities, 2 tub/shower | $7,000 | [PL1861830](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1861830/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [160 Strathmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160-strathmore-rd/) | 510 ft S | Fire systems | Due to elevator modernization, a new addressable fire alarm control panel and addressable smoke detectors are being installed to support elevator recall. All existing fire alarm devices will be connected to the new panel. | $39,000 | [EFA1849554](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1849554/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [160 Strathmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160-strathmore-rd/) | 510 ft S | Fire systems | As a part of modernizing the building's elevator, the existing fire alarm panel is being upgraded to an addressable panel to support elevator recall. Addressable detectors will be installed in elevator lobbies. All existing zones will be connected to the new panel and monitored by new modules. | $39,000 | [ALT1849551](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1849551/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [57 Leamington Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57-leamington-rd/) | 900 ft NE | Electrical | rewire 2 bathrooms due to fire Demo all wiring in basement apt so it can not be renovated back to apt repair some code violations | $15,000 | [E1855302](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1855302/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [247 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/247-chestnut-hill-av/) | 690 ft SW | Alteration or repair | fire escape repairs- exterior at 4 separate areas- repair stair treads, repair cantilever, repair wall supports on side fire escape and rear courtyard balconies--masonry not included-filed separate | $30,000 | [SF1854920](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1854920/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [1800 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1800-commonwealth-av/) | 820 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Repair water damaged drywall ceiling and wall from water leak from above unit | $750 | [SF1856846](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856846/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [1957 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1957-commonwealth-av/) | 970 ft SW | Electrical | Rewire of existing apartment unit #5 | $5,000 | [E1857850](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857850/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [30 Wallingford Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-wallingford-rd/) | 610 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Remove the existing Trash Chute and Install a new Trash Chute per NFPA 82. | $143,144 | [SF1844141](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844141/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [32 Colwell Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-colwell-av/) | 790 ft NW | Alteration or repair | replace load bearing beams first and second floor. Add new beam and footings in basement to carry loads. Temporary supporting walls first and second floor during beam replacement.This permit is for what is stated in the job description not window wells or entrance door as shown on the drawings or an | $62,680 | [ALT1837823](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1837823/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [41 Kirkwood Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41-kirkwood-rd/) | 900 ft W | Electrical | Re-wiring of 2 family dwelling with addition of public meter and new service equipment. Project is being taken over from electrician whom walked away from job before pulling an electrical permit | $16,000 | [E1849973](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1849973/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [110 Strathmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/110-strathmore-rd/) | 940 ft SE | Electrical | disconnect old condensers and re connect new ones | $600 | [E1847743](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847743/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [110 Strathmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/110-strathmore-rd/) | 940 ft SE | Plumbing | Unit #ph2. Replace 2 furnace. | $5,000 | [G1847558](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1847558/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [130 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/130-chestnut-hill-av/) | 920 ft N | Sign | Installation of one double-sided monument sign for 2Life Communities. Approved by BPDA. | $14,315 | [ALT1845841](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1845841/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [24-32 Sidlaw Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24--32-sidlaw-rd/) | 370 ft SE | Plumbing | Replacement of a range | $200 | [G1846393](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1846393/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [14 Wiltshire Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-wiltshire-rd/) | 930 ft N | Alteration or repair | Install Siding on Dorners, Rebuild Chimney from Roofline | $15,459 | [SF1842747](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1842747/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 18 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [48 Wallingford Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-wallingford-rd/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Resurface driveway | $10,000 | [SF1903944](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1903944/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [205 Chiswick Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/205-chiswick-rd/) | 0.20 mi W | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-873785) | $3,000 | [SF1893901](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1893901/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [1874-1876 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1874--1876-commonwealth-av/) | 0.21 mi S | Electrical | Bedroom - 4 Recessed light Kitchen - Circuit C-top 1 - Circuit C-top 2 - Disposal - Fridge - Microwave - 1 R's light Dining/Living - 5 Recessed light - Circuit C-top Bathroom - Fan - Vanity light - GFCI Hall - 2 Recessed light Sub panel | $12,000 | [E1901183](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901183/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [34 Kirkwood Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-kirkwood-rd/) | 0.19 mi W | Alteration or repair | Refinish masonry front entry stairs with new masonry treads. Replace 3 basement windows. | $15,000 | [SF1895481](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895481/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [35 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-south-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Electrical | Demo basement apartments | $4,000 | [E1894148](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1894148/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [1874-1876 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1874--1876-commonwealth-av/) | 0.21 mi S | Plumbing | Replace Tub, kitchen sink, lavatory and toilet | $2,000 | [PL1883570](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1883570/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [35 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-south-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Plumbing | water heater unit 1 | $650 | [PL1882863](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1882863/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [35 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-south-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Plumbing | water heater unit 1 | $650 | [G1882862](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1882862/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [34 Kirkwood Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-kirkwood-rd/) | 0.19 mi W | Electrical | upgrading from 100 amp single phase to 300 amp service relocating panels. | Not listed | [E1875861](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875861/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [30 Kirkwood Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-kirkwood-rd/) | 0.20 mi W | Alteration or repair | Weatherization, Insulation and air sealing | $6,567 | [SF1879120](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879120/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [28-30 Wiltshire Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28--30-wiltshire-rd/) | 0.20 mi N | Electrical | Wiring for two kitchens and one bathroom renovation and second floor sub panel | $9,000 | [E1875124](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875124/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [35 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-south-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Alteration or repair | Complete demolition of all interior partition walls, ceiling, flooring, bathroom, etc. leaving the units on studs. Units B2 and B3 at 35 South St. and unit B2 at 31 South St | $110,000 | [SF1871092](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1871092/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [28-30 Wiltshire Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28--30-wiltshire-rd/) | 0.20 mi N | Plumbing | Renovation 2nd fl kitchen stove. | $500 | [G1867738](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1867738/) |
| Jul 3, 2026 | [28-30 Wiltshire Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28--30-wiltshire-rd/) | 0.20 mi N | Plumbing | Renovation, 1st fl kitchen and 1 full bath. 2Nd fl kitchen and 1 full bath. | $5,000 | [PL1867734](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1867734/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [30 Kinross Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-kinross-rd/) | 0.25 mi E | Electrical | Check all wiring by electrical code and add more recessed lights | $2,000 | [E1858113](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858113/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [1874-1876 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1874--1876-commonwealth-av/) | 0.21 mi S | Plumbing | 1874 Commonwealth Ave, Brighton MA. Permit SF1848056 Kitchen drain and faucet install. | $500 | [PL1848815](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1848815/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [1874-1876 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1874--1876-commonwealth-av/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Removal of existing window sashes and replacement with new (Exterior bronze look to remain on new replacement windows) Removal of existing millwork and replacement with new. New kitchen cabinets, countertops, appliances. New electrical panel. Flooring to remain. Bathroom upgrades. | $84,931 | [SF1848056](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848056/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [28-30 Wiltshire Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28--30-wiltshire-rd/) | 0.20 mi N | Alteration or repair | Remodel 2 kitchen and 2 bathroom Install privacy fence to left side of house. Remodel front entrance | $141,800 | [SF1843346](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843346/) |

## 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 |  | 24 Leamington Rd | 0.20 mi E | To change occupancy from a 1-family to a 2-family dwelling | [BOA1900877](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-09-14 |
| Approved | Apr 28, 2026 | 1954 Commonwealth Av | 0.21 mi SW | Zoning appeal: "ARTICLE 80: Preserve the existing structure by relocating it closer to Commonwealth Avenue…" | [BOA1827544](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "ZBA Decision Finalized", decision "Approved" | 2026-03-12 |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Chiswick Rd with permits, nearest house number first:

- [129 Chiswick Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/129-chiswick-rd/): newest permit Sep 24, 2025
- [172 Chiswick Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/172-chiswick-rd/): newest permit Jan 30, 2026
- [177 Chiswick Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/177-chiswick-rd/): newest permit Jun 17, 2025
- [205 Chiswick Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/205-chiswick-rd/): newest permit Sep 24, 2026
- [66 Chiswick Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-chiswick-rd/): newest permit Nov 1, 2024
- [61-69 Chiswick Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61--69-chiswick-rd/): newest permit Apr 15, 2026
- [46 Chiswick Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-chiswick-rd/): newest permit Mar 10, 2026
- [22-26 Chiswick Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22--26-chiswick-rd/): newest permit Mar 13, 2026
- [8 Chiswick Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-chiswick-rd/): newest permit Mar 31, 2026
- [4 Chiswick Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-chiswick-rd/): newest permit Aug 13, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-12 11:22 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 12, 06:17 UTC.

Map, all 3 permits at this address and 56 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/137--141-chiswick-rd/