# Building permits at 15 Creston St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $9M new building at 376-384a Blue Hill Av, permitted Aug 12.

One permit on record here. The newest, Dec 18, 2024: Due to the apartment having been vacant for over 1 year: ---Eversource requires wiring inspector approval to. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 62 more permits (61 projects) since May 1. Two are for new buildings, the nearest 390 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 18, 2024 | Electrical | Due to the apartment having been vacant for over 1 year: ---Eversource requires wiring inspector approval to restore power. Unit # 2 | $600 | [E1678267](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1678267/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 7 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 2026 | [8-8a Creston Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8--8a-creston-pk/) | 200 ft NE | Solar | Rooftop solar 10 panels 4.1 kwdc 15kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall no structural | $16,284 | [SF1851006](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851006/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [8-8a Creston Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8--8a-creston-pk/) | 200 ft NE | Alteration or repair | ;No record of occupancy confirm 3 familyELIZABETH CHARLES; | Not listed | [ALT1864354](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1864354/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [2-2a Creston Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2--2a-creston-pk/) | 100 ft NE | Solar | Install roof mounted solar PV system of 11 Modules @4.51 kW DC | $20,377 | [SF1848739](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848739/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [2-2a Creston Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2--2a-creston-pk/) | 100 ft NE | Solar | Install roof mounted solar PV system of 10 Modules @4.1 kW DC | $8,200 | [SF1822924](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1822924/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [2-2a Creston Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2--2a-creston-pk/) | 100 ft NE | Solar | Install roof mounted solar PV system of 10 Modules @4.10 kW DC | $20,377 | [E1856306](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856306/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [8-8a Creston Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8--8a-creston-pk/) | 200 ft NE | Solar | Rooftop solar 10 panels 4.1 kwdc 15kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall | $54,516 | [E1851009](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1851009/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [8-8a Creston Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8--8a-creston-pk/) | 200 ft NE | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install for 8 Creston Pk Apt 3 | $1,200 | [ELV1856611](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1856611/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 46 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [391-395 Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/391--395-blue-hill-av/) | 520 ft SW | Other | Install temporary 20x30 tent used for groundbreaking ceremony. Installed 10/16. Removed 10/16. Event date 10/16 | $1,025 | [SF1907661](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1907661/) |
| Oct 8, 2026 | [118 Quincy St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/118-quincy-st/) | 920 ft NE | Plumbing | Installed two modine hot dog heaters | $4,800 | [G1906865](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1906865/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [69-71 Fayston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69--71-fayston-st/) | 910 ft E | Plumbing | Gas test on existing gas line. The gas company shut the meter to the apartment. | $600 | [G1904752](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1904752/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [18 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-intervale-st/) | 420 ft W | New building | Erect;Single family home with an attached garage as per plans by Civil Environmental Consultants;e[Plans] Filed; 9th Edition | Not listed | [ERT1690102](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1690102/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [73-75 Fayston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73--75-fayston-st/) | 940 ft E | Alteration or repair | Remove wood deck and replace with composite decking, install PVC railings,and cover all the post with PVC | $15,500 | [SF1899400](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899400/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [66 Fayston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-fayston-st/) | 930 ft E | Alteration or repair | Demo and replace front stair treads and decking and hand rail. | $2,500 | [SF1900369](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900369/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [35 Holborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-holborn-st/) | 830 ft NW | Roofing | Remove old roofing and install new | $31,950 | [SF1897270](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897270/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [376-384a Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/376--384a-blue-hill-av/) | 390 ft SW | Electrical | 200A Underground Temporary Service | $2,000 | [ETS1896429](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1896429/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [30 Lawrence Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-lawrence-av/) | 470 ft NE | Roofing | Roof replacement – approximately 31 squares. Remove existing roofing materials and install a new roofing system, including underlayment, shingles, flashing, and related components as needed. | $12,710 | [SF1890828](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890828/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [61-63 Fayston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61--63-fayston-st/) | 830 ft E | Alteration or repair | Pending;ALT1887758 Occupancy Committee.Mass save insulation and air sealing. No structural changes. no dumpster needed. | $8,647 | [SF1879300](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879300/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [17 Devon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-devon-st/) | 840 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace (1) exterior door(s), size for size and like for like. No framing or weatherboarding. | $11,031 | [SF1883534](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1883534/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [376-384a Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/376--384a-blue-hill-av/) | 390 ft SW | New building | Combine Parcels: 1400504000, 1400504000, 1400505000, 1400506000, &; 1400507000 to erect a 4-story mixed-use building with two retail &; one community center on ground floor (core/shell) and (18) residential units at upper levels. Proposing 18 family-style units of affordable homeownership condominiu | $8,999,858 | [ERT1529815](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1529815/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [8 Stanwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-stanwood-st/) | 900 ft SW | Solar | Installing rooftop railed solar PV of 10.25 KW and 25 modules. No ESS installation. | $15,314 | [ALT1869071](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1869071/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [8 Stanwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-stanwood-st/) | 900 ft SW | Solar | Installing rooftop railed solar PV of 10.25 KW and 25 modules. No ESS installation. | $35,732 | [E1869074](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1869074/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [397 Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/397-blue-hill-av/) | 640 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Replace damaged precast front entrance stairs units replace front stairs concrete steps and landing. Restore iron railings | $295,000 | [SF1882654](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882654/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [36 Gaston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-gaston-st/) | 570 ft NW | Alteration or repair | No construction activities proposed. Application for Conditional Use Permit for Community Center for organization providing re-entry and supportive services to formerly incarcerated individuals. Application requires zoning relief from the Zoning Board of Appeals.Change the occupancy of the property  | Not listed | [ALT1703261](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1703261/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [9 Fayston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-fayston-st/) | 570 ft NE | Plumbing | Final inspection needed after previous plumber stopped responding calls. | $1,000 | [PL1878089](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1878089/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [94 Brunswick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/94-brunswick-st/) | 430 ft S | Electrical | Installing public meter | $1,000 | [E1877722](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1877722/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [30 Lawrence Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-lawrence-av/) | 470 ft NE | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1875237](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1875237/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [30 Lawrence Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-lawrence-av/) | 470 ft NE | Solar | Rooftop solar 13 panels 5.33 kwdc two 15kw energy storage systems to be installed on exterior wall no structural | $23,115 | [SF1873042](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873042/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [30 Lawrence Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-lawrence-av/) | 470 ft NE | Solar | Rooftop solar 13 panels 5.33 kwdc two 15kw energy storage systems to be installed on exterior wall | $77,385 | [E1873045](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1873045/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [30 Lawrence Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-lawrence-av/) | 470 ft NE | Electrical | Inspect Meter Socket for Eversource to restore power to a meter in a 2 Gang Meter Socket. There is currently power in the meter socket for the other unit. Eversource removed a meter for a payment issue, and is requesting an inspection prior to restoring service. | $100 | [E1869295](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1869295/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [79 Devon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79-devon-st/) | 920 ft S | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1867523](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1867523/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [20-22 Elm Hill Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20--22-elm-hill-pk/) | 810 ft NW | Electrical | Service change with public bypass | $3,000 | [E1862015](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862015/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [278-292 Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/278--292-blue-hill-av/) | 980 ft N | Electrical | We plan re use existing cables /splice them in a juntion box and run 6 receptacles /5 light fixtures /2 switches on 1st floor | $2,500 | [E1863736](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863736/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [278-292 Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/278--292-blue-hill-av/) | 980 ft N | Plumbing | Install a sink | $3,000 | [PL1864253](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1864253/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [48 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-intervale-st/) | 310 ft S | Fire systems | Install a new UL Central station fire alarm system | $5,000 | [EFA1862269](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1862269/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [17 Devon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-devon-st/) | 840 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove, purchase, and install new decking, flooring, and floors 1 & 2. Reinstall existing railings and new stairs. Purchase and install a new exterior door. Replace existing gutters and fascia on front porch. | $20,500 | [SF1863771](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863771/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [38 Holborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-holborn-st/) | 830 ft N | Alteration or repair | we are insulating the walls with cellulose insulation and air sealing and fiberglass for rim joist | $13,118 | [SF1859842](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859842/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [12 Devon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-devon-st/) | 770 ft SW | Electrical | Repair and relocate existing 200a conduit from meter socket to relocated point of attachment...Repair/replace exterior front entrance light fixture | $4,700 | [E1848341](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1848341/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [36-38 Elm Hill Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36--38-elm-hill-pk/) | 660 ft NW | Electrical | Basement and bathroom | $5,000 | [E1840917](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1840917/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [278-292 Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/278--292-blue-hill-av/) | 980 ft N | Alteration or repair | Change of occupancy from 40 elderly apts &; 4 retail spaces to 40 elderly apts, 3 retail spaces and 1 child care center.[ePlans] | $25,000 | [ALT1791990](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1791990/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [88 Devon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/88-devon-st/) | 950 ft S | Alteration or repair | Attic insulation and air sealing to R-60. Unit #3 only. | $3,000 | [SF1853013](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853013/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [379-381 Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/379--381-blue-hill-av/) | 450 ft W | Plumbing | Replace 1 hand sink, 1 prep sink, 1 mop sink | $10,000 | [PL1853240](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1853240/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [48 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-intervale-st/) | 310 ft S | Electrical | Low Voltage TV and Internet Unit # 4 | $2,000 | [ELV1853195](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1853195/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [48 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-intervale-st/) | 310 ft S | Electrical | Low Voltage TV and Internet Unit # 3 | $2,000 | [ELV1853193](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1853193/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [48 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-intervale-st/) | 310 ft S | Electrical | Low Voltage TV and Internet Unit # 2 | $2,000 | [ELV1853192](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1853192/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [48 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-intervale-st/) | 310 ft S | Electrical | Low Voltage TV and Internet Unit # 1 | $2,000 | [ELV1853190](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1853190/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [48 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-intervale-st/) | 310 ft S | Electrical | Add one meter 60Amp underground for common area | $5,000 | [E1853085](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853085/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [48 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-intervale-st/) | 310 ft S | Electrical | New wiring Unit #4 with 125Amp underground service | $20,000 | [E1853084](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853084/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [48 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-intervale-st/) | 310 ft S | Electrical | New wiring Unit #3 with 125Amp underground service | $20,000 | [E1853083](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853083/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [48 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-intervale-st/) | 310 ft S | Electrical | New wiring Unit#2 with 125Amp underground service | $20,000 | [E1853081](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853081/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [48 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-intervale-st/) | 310 ft S | Electrical | New wiring Unit #1 with 125Amp underground service | $20,000 | [E1853080](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853080/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [43 Holborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-holborn-st/) | 680 ft N | Plumbing | Replacement of a gas furnace in unit 2 | $5,500 | [G1847300](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1847300/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [8 Gannett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-gannett-st/) | 1,000 ft NW | Electrical | Electrical Renovations, Service Upgrades | $15,000 | [E1846088](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1846088/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [20 Normandy St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-normandy-st/) | 530 ft SE | Alteration or repair | exterior emergency board-up due to building fire | $10,900 | [SF1806757](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1806757/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 9 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 14, 2026 | [55 Stanwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-stanwood-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical | Replace bath exhaust fan | $1,272 | [E1900255](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900255/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [108-112 Wayland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108--112-wayland-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | install 15 sq siding | $9,900 | [SF1894850](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894850/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [55 Stanwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-stanwood-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $11,000 | [SF1896469](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896469/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [639-643h Warren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/639--643h-warren-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Temporary diesel generator for 1 day community event. No onsite fuel storage | $300 | [ETS1879963](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1879963/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [639-643h Warren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/639--643h-warren-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Generator for 1 day community event No onsite fuel storage | Not listed | [ETS1867545](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1867545/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [94 Wayland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/94-wayland-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install for 98 Wayland St | $1,200 | [ELV1857442](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1857442/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [63 Oldfields Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/63-oldfields-rd/) | 0.24 mi S | Plumbing | Full bathroom with sump pump and kitchen(basement) | $4,800 | [PL1852445](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1852445/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [63 Oldfields Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/63-oldfields-rd/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Adding 2 bedroom ADU in basement and swampy meter bank for 3 gang to 4 gang | $13,000 | [E1853065](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853065/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [23 Holborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-holborn-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Scope of work includes removal and replacement of existing siding with new vinyl siding, installation of weather barrier, aluminum trim at windows and doors, selective repair of damaged soffit and fascia, installation of new gutters, and site cleanup. No structural changes. | $22,000 | [SF1843934](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843934/) |

## 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 |  | 29 to 31 Fayston St | 610 ft NE | Zoning appeal; the description is on the city's appeal tracker. | [BOA1891781](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-08-24 |
| Requested |  | 415 to 419 Blue Hill Av | 790 ft SW | Zoning appeal: "Clarification on scope of work: "Change occupancy of new tenant space to a small…" | [BOA1859530](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-06-09 |
| Requested |  | 14 Coleus Pk | 0.25 mi SE | Zoning appeal: "Proposed new construction of two four multi-family house on vacant lot as per plan e Filed" | [BOA1802289](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2025-11-26 |

## More on this street

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

- [31 Creston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-creston-st/): newest permit Feb 25, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-14 07:22 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 14, 03:47 UTC.

Map, the one permit at this address and 62 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-creston-st/