# Building permits at 1596 Centre St, Boston, MA

One permit on record here. The newest, Dec 12, 2025: Residential weatherization/air sealing. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 62 more permits (61 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 12, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 643891021) ( Unit 1) | $1,000 | [SF1804839](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1804839/) |

## 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), 2 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | [34-36 Guernsey St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34--36-guernsey-st/) | 150 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-885032) (Unit-2) | $4,000 | [SF1900036](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900036/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [1047 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1047-south-st/) | 250 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Install 2 replacement windows - no structural work | $3,647 | [SF1868037](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868037/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 32 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [130 Tyndale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/130-tyndale-st/) | 640 ft S | Electrical | rewire the kitchen first floor | $3,000 | [E1907391](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1907391/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [27 Ainsworth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-ainsworth-st/) | 680 ft E | Electrical | Wiring of 6 ductless mini splits and 2 outdoor condensers. 400A service upgrade, work request #: 29142193 | $9,000 | [E1903966](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903966/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [27 Ainsworth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-ainsworth-st/) | 680 ft E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installing 6 indoor mini split heads and 2 outdoor condensers. 6 heads and 1 condenser in unit 1 and 6 heads and 1 condenser in unit 2. | $72,000 | [SF1900146](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900146/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [55 Montclair Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-montclair-av/) | 930 ft N | Plumbing | Gas Piping | $300 | [G1902034](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1902034/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [1 Church St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-church-st/) | 690 ft W | Plumbing | Install Bosch Gas Furnace in the Basement. | $2,500 | [G1897444](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1897444/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [1 Church St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-church-st/) | 690 ft W | Electrical | Wire a 10.1 KW heat pump & gas fed furnace. | $1,000 | [E1900262](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900262/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [58 Ainsworth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/58-ainsworth-st/) | 370 ft NE | Alteration or repair | rebuild existing rear firs and second floor rear decks replace existing brick foot pairs with concrete four feet below grade one foot above | $26,000 | [SF1886029](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886029/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [1652 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1652-centre-st/) | 770 ft W | Electrical | 3 total bathroom renovations. new switches, vanity lights, bathroom fan, and GFCI receptacles | $1,500 | [E1896674](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896674/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [50 Cerdan Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-cerdan-av/) | 840 ft N | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $6,000 | [SF1887227](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1887227/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [14 Guernsey St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-guernsey-st/) | 280 ft E | Plumbing | Renew bath | $3,000 | [PL1889872](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1889872/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [118-120 Tyndale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/118--120-tyndale-st/) | 610 ft S | Plumbing | Renovation bathrooms, kitchen | $2,500 | [PL1889950](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1889950/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [35 Ainsworth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-ainsworth-st/) | 610 ft E | Fire systems | New Fire alarm System for a 3 family unit | $18,500 | [EFA1880522](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1880522/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [118-120 Tyndale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/118--120-tyndale-st/) | 610 ft S | Plumbing | Reconnect gas range on 2nd floor | $1,500 | [G1875709](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1875709/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [23 Pleasant Valley Ci](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-pleasant-valley-ci/) | 970 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Strip and re-siding: CertainTeed Monogram Double 4" vinyl siding | $22,250 | [SF1874176](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874176/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [61 Guernsey St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61-guernsey-st/) | 600 ft SW | Roofing | Remove existing roofing from main house and front/rear porch, installation of new ice & water shield, installation of new white aluminum drip edge, installation of new ridge vent caps, installation of new landmark roofing shingles | $11,950 | [SF1874027](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874027/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [35 Ainsworth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-ainsworth-st/) | 610 ft E | Electrical | Complete electrical installation for the new third-floor apartment, including new panel, branch circuits, lighting, receptacles, kitchen, bathroom, laundry, smoke/CO detectors, dedicated appliance circuits, and connection to new 400A service. | $28,600 | [E1868101](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1868101/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [35 Ainsworth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-ainsworth-st/) | 610 ft E | Plumbing | Install plumbing fixtures and complete final connections to existing rough plumbing for 3rd floor apartment | $1,000 | [PL1868760](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1868760/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [118-120 Tyndale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/118--120-tyndale-st/) | 610 ft S | Alteration or repair | kitchen & bath remodel, light demolition, new cabinets. | $25,000 | [SF1859881](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859881/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [74 Bradfield Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/74-bradfield-av/) | 650 ft NE | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1863624](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1863624/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [118-120 Tyndale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/118--120-tyndale-st/) | 610 ft S | Electrical | Installation of recessed lighting throughout first floor of apartment. Renovation of kitchen and bathroom. Addition of sub panel in basement to accommodate new kitchen circuitry. | $9,000 | [E1863715](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863715/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [14 Guernsey St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-guernsey-st/) | 280 ft E | Addition | Wiring for new Family room, office and half bathroom | $4,300 | [E1861540](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861540/) |
| Jun 19, 2026 | [100 Tyndale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100-tyndale-st/) | 670 ft S | Alteration or repair | Insulate walls from interior | $3,228 | [SF1847770](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847770/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [35 Ainsworth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-ainsworth-st/) | 610 ft E | Alteration or repair | Change Occupancy from 2 family dwelling to a 3 family dwelling by adding new unit in existing third floor. New dormer on the 3rd Floor to the left.[ePlans] | $50,000 | [ALT1784843](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1784843/) |
| May 31, 2026 | [48 Bradfield Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-bradfield-av/) | 830 ft E | Alteration or repair | Supply and install Hardie wrap vapor barrier on the entire house and tape at the seams Supply and install Zip flashing tape around all openings Supply and install new standard PVC mounting blocks (light, meter, plug plate, hose bib, etc...) Supply and install 5/4 x 4" Azek PVC trim and Azek sill on | $65,146 | [SF1845285](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845285/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [142 Tyndale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/142-tyndale-st/) | 700 ft SW | Alteration or repair | install 3500sq ft siding including trim - no structural changes | $121,012 | [SF1847487](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847487/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [1529 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1529-centre-st/) | 940 ft NE | Roofing | Strip and re-roof | $16,400 | [SF1845639](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845639/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [14 Sunset Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-sunset-hill-rd/) | 320 ft NW | Plumbing | water piping for boiler replacement + superstore | $6,500 | [PL1849240](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1849240/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [14 Sunset Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-sunset-hill-rd/) | 320 ft NW | Plumbing | gas boiler replacement | $6,500 | [G1849239](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1849239/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [14 Guernsey St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-guernsey-st/) | 280 ft E | Alteration or repair | Close the deck to turn into a livable space. Add a bathroom. | $121,334 | [ALT1823311](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1823311/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [1060 South St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1060-south-st/) | 350 ft S | Roofing | Strip and re-shingle existing asphalt roof. Replace upper and lower rubber roofs with new EPDM rubber roof system. Replace existing gutters. Homeowner is receiving funding using Emergency Home Repair Program | $67,925 | [SF1845521](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845521/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [1652 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1652-centre-st/) | 770 ft W | Plumbing | Replacing toilet flange and stop Replacing shower valve and drain Move tub drain over Install new stand alone tub Install vanity Install toilet | $4,000 | [PL1843862](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1843862/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [14 Sunset Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-sunset-hill-rd/) | 320 ft NW | Electrical | Service change | $8,600 | [E1845380](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1845380/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 28 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2026 | [56 Tyndale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56-tyndale-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Electrical | Replace meter socket for Eversource AMI project | $2,000 | [E1890707](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1890707/) |
| Sep 7, 2026 | [39 Bradwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-bradwood-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Electrical | installation of two 20amp condenser. | $2,300 | [E1869503](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1869503/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [1 Colberg Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-colberg-av/) | 0.21 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 10 windows, like for like, same size, no structural changes | $8,384 | [SF1889879](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889879/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [43 Bradwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-bradwood-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Electrical | Bathroom renovation and addition of full laundry | $5,000 | [E1887329](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1887329/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [61 Sunset Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61-sunset-hill-rd/) | 0.21 mi NW | Plumbing | gas dryer replacement | $250 | [G1883460](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1883460/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [43 Bradwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-bradwood-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Plumbing | New bathroom and laundry | $4,000 | [PL1880134](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1880134/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [75 Montclair Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-montclair-av/) | 0.22 mi NE | Addition | 1st floor family room addition off back of house | $144,616 | [ALT1796444](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1796444/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [38 Bradwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-bradwood-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Solar | Rooftop solar installation 13 panels 5.850 kw dc | $4,159 | [SF1879110](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879110/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [38 Bradwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-bradwood-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Solar | Rooftop solar installation 13 panels 5.850 kw dc | $12,478 | [E1879219](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879219/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [43 Bradwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-bradwood-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Alteration or repair | Convert existing attic space to playroom and one bathroom. Add ducted HVAC to second and third floor, create small laundry closed on second floor, demo and remove existing chimney. (extend living space into attic) | $162,650 | [ALT1841473](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1841473/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [42 Bradwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/42-bradwood-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-869030) | $3,000 | [SF1861626](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861626/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [16-18 Bradfield Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16--18-bradfield-av/) | 0.21 mi E | Plumbing | New full plumbing installation located on unit#16 = One full bathroom, one laundry connection box. | $6,500 | [PL1867944](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1867944/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [39 Bradwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-bradwood-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Electrical | installation of a 2 20amp condenser and 2 gfci outlet 120v | $3,000 | [E1865341](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1865341/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [94 Fletcher St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/94-fletcher-st/) | 0.22 mi NE | Electrical | Fitup basement light, outlet, switch, baseboard heat | $6,000 | [E1867565](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1867565/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [16 Glenburnie Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-glenburnie-rd/) | 0.25 mi N | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installing 5 zone ductless mini split system | $23,752 | [SF1860309](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860309/) |
| Jun 28, 2026 | [16-18 Bradfield Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16--18-bradfield-av/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | First floor addition of a bathroom and adjacent laundry room | $3,000 | [E1864611](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864611/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [75 Congreve St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-congreve-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Plumbing | Irrigation install | $600 | [PL1864762](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1864762/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [16 Glenburnie Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-glenburnie-rd/) | 0.25 mi N | Electrical | Wiring condenser for mini split system | $2,000 | [E1860299](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860299/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [16 Glenburnie Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-glenburnie-rd/) | 0.25 mi N | Alteration or repair | Weatherization, Insulation, Air Sealing | $11,415 | [SF1857834](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857834/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [57 Sunset Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57-sunset-hill-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | Wire bathroom | $3,000 | [E1858746](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858746/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [57 Sunset Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57-sunset-hill-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Plumbing | Replacement of second floor toilet, sink and tub | $2,500 | [PL1857340](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1857340/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [84 Montclair Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84-montclair-av/) | 0.24 mi N | Plumbing | Repairing retesting stove and gas main, plus leaks. | $2,000 | [G1856871](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1856871/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [57 Sunset Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57-sunset-hill-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Replace tub, diverter valve, window, sheetrock and flooring in the second floor hall bathroom. | $39,000 | [SF1856202](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856202/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [19 Peak Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-peak-hill-rd/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 653998642) | $9,000 | [SF1847765](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847765/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [1694 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1694-centre-st/) | 0.25 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes.(862673) | $5,000 | [SF1844321](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844321/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [317-325 Belgrade Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/317--325-belgrade-av/) | 0.20 mi SW | Fire systems | Relocate existing FACP, add 2 pull stations, add 2 horn/strobes, add 1 strobe in new bathroom | $6,000 | [EFA1852165](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1852165/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [19 Peak Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-peak-hill-rd/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Wiring of a 48BTU ductless heat pump with 5 indoor heads. | $800 | [E1850849](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850849/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [317-325 Belgrade Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/317--325-belgrade-av/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | bathroom remodelWork to be done at 2-4 McCraw Street | $5,000 | [PL1850521](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1850521/) |

## 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 |  | 19 Rexhame St | 0.23 mi S | To erect dormers and change occupancy to a three unit residential dwelling | [BOA1903130](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-09-22 |

## More on this street

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

- [1598 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1598-centre-st/): newest permit Mar 28, 2025
- [1604 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1604-centre-st/): newest permit Apr 2, 2026
- [1584 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1584-centre-st/): newest permit Dec 24, 2025
- [1571-1573 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1571--1573-centre-st/): newest permit Jan 28, 2026
- [1561 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1561-centre-st/): newest permit Mar 26, 2025
- [1554 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1554-centre-st/): newest permit Mar 20, 2026
- [1642 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1642-centre-st/): newest permit Oct 3, 2024
- [1652 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1652-centre-st/): newest permit Sep 4, 2026
- [1658 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1658-centre-st/): newest permit Dec 24, 2025
- [1529 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1529-centre-st/): newest permit May 19, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-11 00:00 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, 21:47 UTC.

Map, the one permit at this address and 62 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1596-centre-st/