# Building permits at 15 Nelson St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $565,200 project at 2-26 Marden Av, permitted Jun 4.

Two permits on record here. The newest, Jul 16, 2025: Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 92 more permits (87 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $11,000 | [SF1732868](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1732868/) |
| Mar 25, 2019 | Roofing | Install a new roof. | $16,280 | [SF933714](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF933714/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 2 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2026 | [18 Nelson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-nelson-st/) | 130 ft E | Roofing | Remove and replace: 25 sq asphalt roofing and 1 vented skylight | $26,101 | [SF1896649](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896649/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [8-10 Nelson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8--10-nelson-st/) | 150 ft NE | Electrical | Adt will be running low voltage wiring for 1 cctv cameras | $760 | [ELV1877851](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1877851/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 45 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [84 Maxwell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84-maxwell-st/) | 970 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-870377) | $7,000 | [SF1877066](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877066/) |
| Oct 8, 2026 | [101 Evans St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/101-evans-st/) | 360 ft SE | Electrical | Upgrade Electrical Service From 100 Amp to 200 Amp | $12,000 | [E1908154](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1908154/) |
| Oct 8, 2026 | [270 Norfolk St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/270-norfolk-st/) | 620 ft NE | Electrical | New 6 family units. | $55,000 | [E1907971](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1907971/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [48 Jacob St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-jacob-st/) | 840 ft N | Roofing | Asphalt shingles replacement on the entire house. Left side Brick parapet wall Repointing from the roof line up. | $9,724 | [SF1906245](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1906245/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [75 Jacob St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-jacob-st/) | 590 ft N | Alteration or repair | Remove existing tub/shower and replace with new tub/shower in existing footprint. Repair walls as needed. No structural work. Safety film being applied for non tempered window. Work to take place at 77 jacob st (The primary address is 75 Jacob Street) | $23,658 | [SF1905892](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1905892/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [44 Capen St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-capen-st/) | 770 ft E | Electrical | Supply and install wiring for replacement gas furnace (2nd floor); replacement gas furnace (3rd floor) | $1,000 | [E1907323](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1907323/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [84 Maxwell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84-maxwell-st/) | 970 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Confirming occupancy of existing single family home.; | Not listed | [ALT1895140](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1895140/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [107 Maxwell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/107-maxwell-st/) | 680 ft SE | Electrical | Replace 3 bath fans with new variable speed fans with smart switches | $3,600 | [E1903737](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903737/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [110 Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/110-selden-st/) | 990 ft SE | Electrical | Replace blocks in meter for Eversource AMI project | $2,000 | [E1891683](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1891683/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [68 Mascot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/68-mascot-st/) | 560 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation of an existing two-family dwelling, including two kitchens, three bathrooms, and construction of a new third-floor dormer. Work includes associated structural, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, insulation, drywall, roofing, siding, windows, and interior finishes per approved plans. | $198,000 | [ALT1874357](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1874357/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [98 Willowwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/98-willowwood-st/) | 620 ft W | Plumbing | 2 Gas furnace replacements | $5,000 | [G1901062](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1901062/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [44 Capen St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-capen-st/) | 770 ft E | Plumbing | Replacing (2) natural gas furnaces in basement | $6,000 | [G1897516](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1897516/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [84 Willowwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84-willowwood-st/) | 780 ft NW | Plumbing | Gas furnace installation | $6,500 | [G1891727](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1891727/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [92 Willowwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/92-willowwood-st/) | 740 ft W | Roofing | Roof replacement | $18,500 | [SF1891839](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891839/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [84 Willowwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84-willowwood-st/) | 780 ft NW | Plumbing | tankless water heater installed | $6,500 | [PL1891738](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1891738/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [152 Ballou Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/152-ballou-av/) | 460 ft NW | Alteration or repair | complete install vinyl siding,with 3/8 insulation foam.complete install 30 vinyl double hung window.replace 6 interior door, replace four exterior door | $85,000 | [SF1889943](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889943/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [46-48 Mountain Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46--48-mountain-av/) | 990 ft NW | Plumbing | remodeling three bathrooms and three kitchens on floors 1 2 and 3 | $15,000 | [PL1891402](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1891402/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [46-48 Mountain Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46--48-mountain-av/) | 990 ft NW | Plumbing | gas piping | $1,000 | [G1891408](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1891408/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [253 Norfolk St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/253-norfolk-st/) | 790 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Repair existing front and rear porches by removing columns,flooring,railing and install new columns,flooring railing and steps. | $45,000 | [SF1888095](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1888095/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [68 Mascot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/68-mascot-st/) | 560 ft NW | Plumbing | 3 bathrooms and 2 kitchens | $8,000 | [PL1868321](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1868321/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [32-36 Jacob St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32--36-jacob-st/) | 940 ft N | Alteration or repair | Rebuild front and back stairs and decks. Same dimensions as existing. All pressure-treated wood frame. New 12"x4' footings, 42" railings, 6x6 posts, pressure-treated decking, and railings. | $44,000 | [SF1882726](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882726/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [18 Crowell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-crowell-st/) | 400 ft E | Alteration or repair | replace rear porches to match existing | $25,000 | [SF1877343](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877343/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [72 Mountain Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/72-mountain-av/) | 680 ft NW | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,247 | [PL1874132](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1874132/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [72 Mountain Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/72-mountain-av/) | 680 ft NW | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,247 | [G1874129](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1874129/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [46 Jacob St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-jacob-st/) | 850 ft N | Roofing | Replace the existing roof and exterior siding with new materials, with no changes to the existing building structure or footprint. Replace the existing rear exterior staircase with a new staircase. Update and replace the aluminum trim around all exterior windows. | $15,000 | [SF1871213](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1871213/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [64 Nelson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64-nelson-st/) | 680 ft SE | Solar | Install 6.6kW DC (15 panels) rooftop solar array | $22,241 | [SF1867227](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867227/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [64 Nelson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64-nelson-st/) | 680 ft SE | Solar | install 6.6kW DC (15 panels) rooftop solar array | $7,414 | [E1868016](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1868016/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [107 Maxwell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/107-maxwell-st/) | 680 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Replacement of 16 Windows | $11,200 | [SF1863331](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863331/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [107 Maxwell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/107-maxwell-st/) | 680 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Insulation & Air Sealing. No Structural Changes. | $28,893 | [SF1861374](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861374/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [262 Norfolk St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/262-norfolk-st/) | 690 ft NE | Electrical | Wiring whole building, 3 family | $37,900 | [E1867382](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1867382/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [53 Mascot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/53-mascot-st/) | 900 ft NW | Plumbing | Replacement of 2 gas boilers in apartments 1 and 2 | $12,000 | [G1862643](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1862643/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [107 Maxwell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/107-maxwell-st/) | 680 ft SE | Roofing | Remove existing roof shingles replace with new roof shingles. | $17,500 | [SF1861944](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861944/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [53 Mascot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/53-mascot-st/) | 900 ft NW | Plumbing | Replacement of 2 gas boilers | $12,000 | [PL1862646](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1862646/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [11 Capen St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-capen-st/) | 640 ft NE | Electrical | Wiring whole place | $45,000 | [E1856554](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856554/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [46-48 Mountain Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46--48-mountain-av/) | 990 ft NW | Electrical | Upgrading previous electrical work. Roughing out 3 units and Common area, and finish work | $15,000 | [E1860105](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860105/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [68 Mascot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/68-mascot-st/) | 560 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Demo of interior Kitchens and bathrooms | $5,000 | [SF1859665](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859665/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [253 Norfolk St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/253-norfolk-st/) | 790 ft NE | Roofing | Strip roofing asphalt shingles, Repair and install new asphalt shingles. | $25,000 | [SF1857388](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857388/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [270 Norfolk St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/270-norfolk-st/) | 620 ft NE | Plumbing | New. 1st Floor: 2 electric water heaters, 2 kitchen sinks, 2 ice makers, 4 toilets, 4 lavatories, 2 bathtubs, and 2 washing machine connections. 2nd Floor: 2 electric water heaters, 2 kitchen sinks, 2 ice makers, 4 toilets, 4 lavatories, 2 bathtubs, and 2 washing machine connections. 3rd Floor: 2 el | $54,000 | [PL1852608](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1852608/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [71 Willowwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-willowwood-st/) | 930 ft NW | Electrical | Adding 2 meters | $6,500 | [E1849453](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1849453/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [75 Jacob St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-jacob-st/) | 590 ft N | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 3.28 KW 8 panels with installation of 1 Franklin battery installed on exterior of home. Work to be done at 77 Jacob St. | $42,300 | [SF1838297](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1838297/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [62 Mountain Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/62-mountain-av/) | 810 ft NW | Electrical | Replace variable speed bath fan, with controls. Site id: cap-24820 | $2,000 | [E1848634](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1848634/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [58 Mascot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/58-mascot-st/) | 730 ft NW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 9.02 kw 22 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $73,800 | [SF1847292](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847292/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [58 Mascot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/58-mascot-st/) | 730 ft NW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 9.02 kw 22 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $73,800 | [E1847297](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847297/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [93 Corbet St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/93-corbet-st/) | 720 ft S | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1845676](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1845676/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [116 Evans St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/116-evans-st/) | 500 ft S | Plumbing | 1 Laundry 1 Kitchen 1 Bathroom 1 Water Heater | $4,000 | [PL1844525](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1844525/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 45 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [75 Ballou Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-ballou-av/) | 0.21 mi N | Plumbing | Replace water heater in basement | $1,800 | [PL1904600](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1904600/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [75 Ballou Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-ballou-av/) | 0.21 mi N | Plumbing | Reconnect gas to water heater in basement | $400 | [G1904603](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1904603/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [9-11 Lorna Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9--11-lorna-rd/) | 0.21 mi S | Roofing | Shingle Roof strip and cover | $14,000 | [SF1901735](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901735/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [21 W Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-w-selden-st/) | 0.20 mi S | Electrical | Install #10 AWG circuit with 35A 2-pole GFCI breaker to 60A AC disconnect with surge arrester Install #12 AWG circuit with 20A 2-pole GFCI breaker to 60A AC disconnect with surge arrester Install a 20A circuit with 20A AFCI/GFCI breaker for a service receptacle For a 5.5 heat pump system for apt 1 | $3,000 | [E1900014](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900014/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [102-104 Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/102--104-selden-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Roofing | Strip and re shingle due to roof leak | $6,000 | [SF1887140](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1887140/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [19 Hildreth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-hildreth-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Plumbing | Retest of 1st floor gas line | $1,000 | [G1887749](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1887749/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [65 Maxwell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-maxwell-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | Adding an ADU unit and Up grade qand rewiring the entire house. adding two meters for the house and the ADU unit. | $45,000 | [E1820415](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1820415/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [71 Ballou Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-ballou-av/) | 0.22 mi N | Electrical | New 1-3 Family dwelling low voltage (data & communication) Installation | $13,000 | [ELV1879898](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1879898/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [19 Hildreth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-hildreth-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Plumbing | Gas re-test for floor #1. | $1,000 | [G1880981](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1880981/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [85 Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-selden-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | Electrical | New 1-3 Family Dwelling low voltage ( data & communication) Installation | $13,000 | [ELV1879975](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1879975/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [80 Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80-selden-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | New 1-3 Family Dwelling low voltage (data & communication) Installation | $13,000 | [ELV1879973](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1879973/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [65 Ballou Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-ballou-av/) | 0.23 mi N | Electrical | New 1-3 Family dwelling low voltage construction ( Data & Communication) | $13,000 | [ELV1879886](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1879886/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [85 Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-selden-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | Fire systems | New 1-3 Family Dwelling Fire Alarm System Installation | $15,000 | [EFA1879976](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1879976/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [71 Ballou Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-ballou-av/) | 0.22 mi N | Fire systems | New 1-3 Family Dwelling Fire Alarm System Installation | $15,000 | [EFA1879895](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1879895/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [80 Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80-selden-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Fire systems | New 1-3 Family Dwelling Fire alarm systems installation | $15,000 | [EFA1879972](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1879972/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [65 Ballou Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-ballou-av/) | 0.23 mi N | Fire systems | New 1-3 Family Dwelling Fire Alarm System Installation | $15,000 | [EFA1879887](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1879887/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [85 Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-selden-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | Electrical | New 1-3 Family Dwelling Electrical construction with 400A Service | $55,000 | [E1879974](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879974/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [80 Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80-selden-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | New 1-3 Family Dwelling Electrical Construction with 400A Service | $55,000 | [E1879969](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879969/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [71 Ballou Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-ballou-av/) | 0.22 mi N | Electrical | New 1-3 Family Dwelling Electrical construction with 400A service | $55,000 | [E1879891](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879891/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [65 Ballou Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-ballou-av/) | 0.23 mi N | Electrical | New 1-3 Family Dwelling Electrical Construction with 400A Service | $55,000 | [E1879884](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879884/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [73 Stanton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-stanton-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | pull coax cable and smoke detectors. | $2,000 | [E1862533](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862533/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [81 Capen St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/81-capen-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Install Intellijack support system to stabilize floor joist or beams as shown Install Cast in place footings for intellijacks | $12,500 | [ALT1871036](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1871036/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [957 Morton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/957-morton-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Roofing | replace the rubber root | $20,000 | [SF1871611](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1871611/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [39 Stanton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-stanton-st/) | 0.19 mi NE | Plumbing | Perform all required plumbing work for the construction of a new multi-family residential building. Work being done at secondary address (43-45 Stanton ST) | $50,000 | [PL1871020](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1871020/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [37 Mascot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-mascot-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Electrical | meter to be replaced as part of Eversource's AMI project | $1,500 | [E1870480](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870480/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [60 Stanton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-stanton-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 8.2 kw 20 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $92,400 | [SF1867908](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867908/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [60 Stanton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-stanton-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 8.2 kw 20 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $92,400 | [E1867911](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1867911/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [39 Stanton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-stanton-st/) | 0.19 mi NE | Fire systems | Electrical fire alarm installation work will be performed as part of the construction of a new multifamily residential building. | $30,000 | [EFA1869400](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1869400/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [39 Stanton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-stanton-st/) | 0.19 mi NE | Electrical | Electrical work will be performed for a new multi-family residential construction project. | $50,000 | [E1864260](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864260/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [39 Stanton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-stanton-st/) | 0.19 mi NE | Electrical | Electrical and low-voltage work will be performed for a new multifamily residential construction project. | $30,000 | [ELV1864277](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1864277/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [429 Norfolk St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/429-norfolk-st/) | 0.19 mi W | Electrical | Diesel generator to Power Inflatables for duration of event | $400 | [E1861796](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861796/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [106 Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/106-selden-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | Plumbing | six kitchen- six full bath- four half bath- one outside spigot- six water heaters | $20,000 | [PL1860916](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1860916/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [29 Stanton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-stanton-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | I want to change the toddler classroom to a preschool toddler mix classroom. Currently, the children in the classroom range from 2.9 years to 5 years old. I want to change it to include children 15 months old to five years old. [ePlans] | Not listed | [ALT1800801](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1800801/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [17 Mascot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-mascot-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Electrical | Service UpGrade - Rewire | $10,000 | [E1860095](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860095/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [19 Jacob St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-jacob-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Alteration or repair | Removing and replacing 4 windows, replacing like with like, no structural changes. | $4,934 | [SF1854918](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1854918/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [2-26 Marden Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2--26-marden-av/) | 0.23 mi NW | Roofing | remove and replace roof shingles, siding, and deck boards and rails | $565,200 | [SF1856805](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856805/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [39 Stanton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-stanton-st/) | 0.19 mi NE | Plumbing | Plumbing work will be performed for a new multi-family residential construction project. | $50,000 | [PL1850897](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1850897/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [15 Jacob St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-jacob-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | Replace gas water heater | $1,100 | [PL1853021](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1853021/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [15 Jacob St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-jacob-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | Replace gas water heater | $1,100 | [G1853024](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1853024/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [73 Stanton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-stanton-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Plumbing | Kitchens baths renovation | $14,000 | [PL1853813](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1853813/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [73 Stanton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-stanton-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Plumbing | New gas piping system for 2 fams. 2 furnaces, 2 tankless, 2 stoves | $4,000 | [G1853815](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1853815/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [73 Stanton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-stanton-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | Upgrade the service 100 to 200amp. rewires the whole house floor 1, floor 2 and attic. Full addiction kitchen, bathroom and 3 bedroom each floor. | $25,000 | [E1848275](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1848275/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [74 Capen St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/74-capen-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Roofing | EPDM Rubber Roof Replacement ( 2,000 sq ft) | $20,550 | [SF1845733](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845733/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [80 Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80-selden-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Plumbing | Fl 1) 1-1/2 bath, kitchen sink, dishwasher, Icemaker, washer machine, washer machine. Fl 2) 1-1/2 bath - kitchen sink, dishwasher, Icemaker, washer machine, washer machine. Fl 3)Floor 1) one bath, kitchen sink, dishwasher, Icemaker, washer machine, washer machine. Basement) backflow preventer | $20,000 | [PL1845440](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1845440/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [85 Selden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-selden-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | Plumbing | Fl 1) 1-1/2 bath, kitchen sink, dishwasher, Icemaker, washer machine, washer machine. Fl 2) 1-1/2 bath - kitchen sink, dishwasher, Icemaker, washer machine, washer machine. Fl 3)Floor 1) one bath, kitchen sink, dishwasher, Icemaker, washer machine, washer machine. Basement) backflow preventer | $20,000 | [PL1840846](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1840846/) |

## 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No decision posted | Jun 2, 2026 | 841 to 847 Morton St | 0.21 mi SW | To demolish the existing structure under SF#, erect a mixed use building for fifty-two residential units… | [BOA1839863](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Concluded" | 2026-04-15 |
| Requested |  | 305 Fuller St | 0.24 mi SE | To erect a new 8 unit multifamily building & 5 parking spaces | [BOA1821984](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-02-18 |

## More on this street

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

- [18 Nelson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-nelson-st/): newest permit Sep 15, 2026
- [19 Nelson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-nelson-st/): newest permit May 19, 2025
- [8-10 Nelson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8--10-nelson-st/): newest permit Jul 28, 2026
- [29 Nelson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-nelson-st/): newest permit Oct 21, 2025
- [60 Nelson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-nelson-st/): newest permit Oct 8, 2025
- [61 Nelson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61-nelson-st/): newest permit Apr 10, 2025
- [64 Nelson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64-nelson-st/): newest permit Jul 8, 2026
- [70 Nelson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/70-nelson-st/): newest permit Dec 19, 2024
- [82 Nelson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/82-nelson-st/): newest permit Aug 21, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-10 16:08 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 10, 15:17 UTC.

Map, both permits at this address and 92 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-nelson-st/