# Building permits at 1523 River St, Boston, MA

One permit on record here. The newest, Nov 6, 2024: Residential weatherization/air sealing. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 55 more permits (52 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 6, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID: 14212) | $5,000 | [SF1660593](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1660593/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 6 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2026 | [1501 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1501-river-st/) | 230 ft N | Roofing | 14sq. strip & re-roof; IKO Dynasty - Frostone Grey | $22,000 | [SF1869800](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869800/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [1501 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1501-river-st/) | 230 ft N | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy of existing single-family dwelling.; | Not listed | [ALT1872457](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1872457/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [11 Ellis St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-ellis-st/) | 160 ft SW | Roofing | replace roof due to fire | $3,000 | [SF1817640](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1817640/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [22-24 Hillis Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22--24-hillis-rd/) | 230 ft W | Electrical | 125/100A Main panel upgrade | $2,200 | [E1855365](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1855365/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [22-24 Hillis Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22--24-hillis-rd/) | 230 ft W | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 3.28 kw 8 panels NO BATTERY STORAGE | $29,400 | [E1853316](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853316/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [1535 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1535-river-st/) | 160 ft S | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $12,000 | [SF1844164](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844164/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 27 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [71 Hillis Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-hillis-rd/) | 720 ft SW | Plumbing | Relocate washing machine from basement to 1st floor. | $3,500 | [PL1904084](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1904084/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [71 Hillis Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-hillis-rd/) | 720 ft SW | Plumbing | Run gas piping for relocated dryer from basement to 1st floor. 10410635 jd | $1,000 | [G1904089](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1904089/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [41 Hillis Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41-hillis-rd/) | 390 ft W | Plumbing | Basement Bathroom - Replace shower stall, no structural change. (Other is a valve) | $1,500 | [PL1903236](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1903236/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [71 Hillis Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-hillis-rd/) | 720 ft SW | Electrical | Wire tv outlet, gas dryer and washer relocation and add lights to new laundry room | $2,000 | [E1903774](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903774/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [202 Reservation Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/202-reservation-rd/) | 980 ft N | Electrical | 100 to 200 Amp Service Upgrade | $6,800 | [E1902225](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1902225/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [1450 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1450-river-st/) | 840 ft N | Alteration or repair | Air sealing insulation in attic space | $7,203 | [SF1867546](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867546/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [37 Hillis Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-hillis-rd/) | 350 ft W | Plumbing | bathroom/kitchen remodel | $10,000 | [PL1880105](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1880105/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [37 Hillis Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-hillis-rd/) | 350 ft W | Electrical | Replace wiring, devices, lighting, and breakers for kitchen area that came into contact with deteriorating agents. | $8,000 | [E1880517](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1880517/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [7-9 Roxana St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7--9-roxana-st/) | 680 ft N | Plumbing | 2nd Floor renovation of Unit 4 | $6,000 | [PL1881837](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1881837/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [76-78 Sunnyside St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76--78-sunnyside-st/) | 870 ft W | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 11.48 KW 28 panels NO BATTERY STORAGE | $72,900 | [E1880713](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1880713/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [76-78 Sunnyside St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76--78-sunnyside-st/) | 870 ft W | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 11.48 kw 28 panels NO BATTERY STORAGE | $72,900 | [SF1870045](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870045/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [7-9 Roxana St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7--9-roxana-st/) | 680 ft N | Electrical | Rewire the 2 floor units full rewire updated, doing smokes and lights on the back stairs and front | $20,000 | [E1880483](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1880483/) |
| Jul 25, 2026 | [15-17 Roxana St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-roxana-st/) | 690 ft N | Roofing | strip and re roof 25 square of asphalt shingles | $10,000 | [SF1830330](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1830330/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [10 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-franklin-st/) | 940 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Shower to shower remodel with an acrylic replacement unit and prefabricated base. Replace fixture and valve. No structural work and remove and replace (1) toilet, like for like. | $23,000 | [SF1873460](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873460/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [76-78 Sunnyside St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76--78-sunnyside-st/) | 870 ft W | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1873128](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1873128/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [10 Franklin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-franklin-st/) | 940 ft NW | Plumbing | Shower to shower remodel with an acrylic replacement unit and prefabricated base. Replace fixture and valve. No structural work and remove and replace (1) toilet, like for like. | $23,000 | [PL1873466](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1873466/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [32 Hillis Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-hillis-rd/) | 370 ft SW | Roofing | Reroof | $10,000 | [SF1777235](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1777235/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [84-86 Sunnyside St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84--86-sunnyside-st/) | 940 ft W | Plumbing | replacement of a range | $200 | [G1865145](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1865145/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [37 Hillis Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-hillis-rd/) | 350 ft W | Alteration or repair | Interior repairs due to water damage.2nd floor bath remodel. Replace insulation & wallboard in 2nd floor bedroom & 1st floor kitchen & Hall. Replace finish flooring, trim and paint. | $54,549 | [SF1859820](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859820/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [1455 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1455-river-st/) | 750 ft N | Roofing | Remove and replace rubber roof system. | $20,000 | [SF1857914](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857914/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [7-9 Roxana St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7--9-roxana-st/) | 680 ft N | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy of existing 6 Residential Units; | Not listed | [ALT1853403](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1853403/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [55 Charles St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-charles-st/) | 730 ft W | Roofing | strip roof to sheathing. install new GAF weather Stopper Roof System | $14,765 | [SF1857276](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857276/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [7-9 Roxana St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7--9-roxana-st/) | 680 ft N | Alteration or repair | Repair fire damaged siding and 2nd floor deck on front of the building. Replace 12 windows in front and 8 on side Fully renovate unit 4 including new kitchen and bathroom. Light touch up renovations in other units including refinishing hardwood floors, paint, replacing tile and new kitchen cabinets. | $175,000 | [SF1853165](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853165/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [40 Charles St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-charles-st/) | 490 ft W | Electrical | Install 8 4 cable & 4 telephone lines | $1,200 | [ELV1852158](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1852158/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [40 Charles St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-charles-st/) | 490 ft W | Fire systems | Install smoke & carbon on 2 floors basement | $1,500 | [EFA1852154](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1852154/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [40 Charles St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-charles-st/) | 490 ft W | Electrical | Complete wiring of 1 family due to fire &; reconnect existing service | $27,000 | [E1852149](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1852149/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [14 Ellis St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-ellis-st/) | 290 ft SW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 7.79 KW 19 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $97,500 | [SF1842969](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1842969/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 22 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [12 Cottage Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-cottage-pl/) | 0.20 mi N | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1906016](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1906016/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [1482 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1482-hyde-park-av/) | 0.24 mi SE | Solar | Installing rooftop railed solar PV of 6.97 KW and 17 modules. No ESS installation. | $24,834 | [E1903406](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903406/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [1420 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1420-river-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Electrical | upgrade electrical service from 100 amp to 200amp and add common meter | $3,500 | [E1890209](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1890209/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [19 Donna Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-donna-te/) | 0.24 mi NE | 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 | [19 Donna Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-donna-te/) | 0.24 mi NE | Roofing | 14 roof squares strip and re-roof, IKO Dynasty - Summit Grey | $12,000 | [SF1879749](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879749/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [1483-1487 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1483--1487-hyde-park-av/) | 0.23 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Repair existing foundation in existing foot print | $5,000 | [SF1880831](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880831/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [19 Donna Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-donna-te/) | 0.24 mi NE | 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/) | 0.24 mi NE | 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 10, 2026 | [79-81 Sunnyside St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79--81-sunnyside-st/) | 0.19 mi W | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 10.25 KW 25 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $30,928 | [SF1861656](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861656/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [79-81 Sunnyside St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79--81-sunnyside-st/) | 0.19 mi W | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 10.25 KW 25 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $30,928 | [E1861658](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861658/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [1491 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1491-hyde-park-av/) | 0.23 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Confirming occupancy of existing Single Family. | Not listed | [ALT1867501](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1867501/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [43 Thompson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-thompson-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Insulation and Air Sealing | $2,577 | [SF1858470](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858470/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [79-81 Sunnyside St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79--81-sunnyside-st/) | 0.19 mi W | Alteration or repair | replacing the front stairs | $4,000 | [SF1868454](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868454/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [1491 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1491-hyde-park-av/) | 0.23 mi SE | Alteration or repair | building 4 by 6 foot fence in front of house | $4,500 | [SF1867506](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867506/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [1491 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1491-hyde-park-av/) | 0.23 mi SE | Electrical | Replacing an exhaust fan in the bathroom | $700 | [E1862866](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862866/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [1491 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1491-hyde-park-av/) | 0.23 mi SE | Alteration or repair | insulating attic with blown in insulation | $4,988 | [SF1861107](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861107/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [211-213 Reservation Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/211--213-reservation-rd/) | 0.22 mi N | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-853176) (Unit 211) | $3,000 | [SF1852487](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852487/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [1509 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1509-hyde-park-av/) | 0.24 mi SE | Electrical | kitchen renovation | $6,000 | [E1857833](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857833/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [1509 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1509-hyde-park-av/) | 0.24 mi SE | Plumbing | Renovation: kitchen sink and disposer. | $1,500 | [PL1852857](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1852857/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [1509 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1509-hyde-park-av/) | 0.24 mi SE | Plumbing | Renovation: 1 gas stove on first floor. | $500 | [G1852863](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1852863/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [1509 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1509-hyde-park-av/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | remove kitchen cabinets and install new ones install countertop install floor tiles install backsplash install one window install recess lights and outlets plumbing for sink and gas stove | $33,610 | [SF1848925](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848925/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [14 Winter St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-winter-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 6.75 KW 15 panels NO BATTERY STORAGE | $44,100 | [SF1843455](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843455/) |

## 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Approved | Sep 22, 2026 | 1519 to 1521 Hyde Park Av | 0.25 mi SE | To remodel duplex unit # 1 to extend living space into the attic to include two dormers, kitchen, bathroom… | [BOA1851272](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "ZBA Decision Finalized", decision "Approved" | 2026-05-19 |
| Approved | May 5, 2026 | 4 Adams St | 0.21 mi NE | Zoning appeal; the description is on the city's appeal tracker. | [BOA1800604](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "AppProv" | 2025-11-24 |

Boston's decision codes, from its data dictionary (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/37d2e087-ce02-4090-bfdf-22de1ada3b23/resource/e11dcfa5-6f6f-4999-abc3-741f53c6731f/download/zba-data-dictionary.pdf): AppProv, "approved with conditions".

## More on this street

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

- [1535 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1535-river-st/): newest permit May 8, 2026
- [1502 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1502-river-st/): newest permit Oct 10, 2024
- [1501 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1501-river-st/): newest permit Sep 22, 2026
- [1487 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1487-river-st/): newest permit Aug 1, 2025
- [1476 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1476-river-st/): newest permit Sep 2, 2025
- [1571 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1571-river-st/): newest permit Dec 18, 2024
- [1463-1469 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1463--1469-river-st/): newest permit Jan 14, 2025
- [1455 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1455-river-st/): newest permit Jun 16, 2026
- [1450 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1450-river-st/): newest permit Aug 21, 2026
- [1600-1608 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1600--1608-river-st/): newest permit Nov 24, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-11 18:47 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 11, 17:17 UTC.

Map, the one permit at this address and 55 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1523-river-st/