# Building permits at 165 Harold St, Boston, MA

Three permits on record here. The newest, May 7: Remove and replace old existing shingles. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 54 more permits (52 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2026 | Roofing | Remove and replace old existing shingles, 22 sq. Install high performance synthetic underlayment. Apply up to 6 feet of GAF ice and water shields. Install GAF Timberline architectural shingles. All materials, labor, and debris clean up are included. | $8,800 | [SF1846658](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846658/) |
| May 5, 2026 | Solar | Installation of 38 roof mounted solar panels, no ESS.; | $65,687 | [SF1842347](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1842347/) |
| May 5, 2026 | Solar | Installation of 38 roof mounted solar panels. No battery | $65,000 | [E1828196](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1828196/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

54 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2026 | [97 Waumbeck St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/97-waumbeck-st/) | 95 ft E | Alteration or repair | Demo drywall in second floor bathtub and replace with new shower. Inspection for fire stopping and/or insulation. | $17,030 | [SF1861369](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861369/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [97 Waumbeck St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/97-waumbeck-st/) | 95 ft E | Plumbing | Convert tub to shower and replace valve on 2nd floor bathroom. | $4,000 | [PL1861305](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1861305/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 29 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [24 Hollander St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-hollander-st/) | 380 ft E | Roofing | Roof replacement. | $19,750 | [SF1905837](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1905837/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [247 Walnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/247-walnut-av/) | 970 ft N | Electrical | Replace jaws in meter for Eversource AMI project | $2,000 | [E1891726](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1891726/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [279 Walnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/279-walnut-av/) | 740 ft NW | Alteration or repair | 2nd floor bathroom: demo drywall bathroom shower and repalce with shower. 3rd floor: Demo drywall bathtub and replace with new bathtub and replacing toilet on 3rd floor bathroom. Inspections for firesafeing and/or insulation. | $42,230 | [SF1888259](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1888259/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [96 Crawford St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/96-crawford-st/) | 780 ft S | Alteration or repair | 6 zone Ductless (Minisplit) system. 6 heads and 2 condensers. | $36,000 | [SF1894901](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894901/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [157 Crawford St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/157-crawford-st/) | 430 ft NW | Plumbing | Boiler replacement | $5,000 | [PL1887253](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1887253/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [69 Holworthy St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-holworthy-st/) | 500 ft N | Roofing | Strip and reroof | $19,800 | [SF1880468](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880468/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [24 Hollander St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-hollander-st/) | 380 ft E | Plumbing | Plumbing of electric water heater Unit #26 | $2,000 | [PL1889930](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1889930/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [24 Hollander St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-hollander-st/) | 380 ft E | Electrical | #24 Wire 3 ton outdoor condenser w/disconnect and communication wire #26 Wire 3 ton outdoor cond w/disc and communication wire; wire electric water heater. #28 Wire 3 ton & 1.5 ton outdoor cond w/disc and communication wire. #24 & #28 Replace existing main electrical panel with new (NEC compliant) | $6,500 | [E1890028](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1890028/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [279 Walnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/279-walnut-av/) | 740 ft NW | Plumbing | 2nd floor bathroom shower and valve replacement. 3rd floor bathtub, valve and toilet replacement. | $8,000 | [PL1888266](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1888266/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [54 Ruthven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54-ruthven-st/) | 710 ft S | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1883632](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1883632/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [104 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/104-howland-st/) | 630 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Weatherization, Insulation, Air Sealing | $13,563 | [SF1869156](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869156/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [17 Ruthven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-ruthven-st/) | 800 ft SW | Alteration or repair | deck repair | $10,000 | [SF1878825](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1878825/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [302 Walnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/302-walnut-av/) | 630 ft NW | Electrical | Diesel generator to Power Inflatables for duration of event | $3,020 | [E1879802](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879802/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [108 Harold St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108-harold-st/) | 790 ft NE | Electrical | Wire 3 ton outdoor condenser with disconnect and communication wire. | $1,000 | [E1878412](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1878412/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [54 Holworthy St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54-holworthy-st/) | 540 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Install new concrete sidewalk with compacted gravel base and drainage slope, construct reinforced cast-in-place concrete steps, and pave rear yard area with asphalt for dumpster access and rolling path.Contracted to Install new chain-link fence with concrete footings, top rail, one double vehicle ga | $60,000 | [ALT1839901](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1839901/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [126 Crawford St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/126-crawford-st/) | 400 ft SW | Addition | Construct new exterior stairs and entry landing to provide a dedicated front entrance for the second unit, which occupies the third floor of an existing two-family dwelling. The first unit occupies the first and second floors. No change in use or occupancy. | $15,000 | [ALT1796040](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1796040/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [134-140 Crawford St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/134--140-crawford-st/) | 370 ft W | Roofing | Strip existing EPDM Roof and Install new insulation and EPDM Roof | $128,520 | [SF1870552](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870552/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [24 Homestead St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-homestead-st/) | 960 ft SW | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,204 | [PL1871465](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1871465/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [24 Homestead St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-homestead-st/) | 960 ft SW | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,204 | [G1871464](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1871464/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [104 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/104-howland-st/) | 630 ft SE | Electrical | Replace existing bath fan with new. | $1,200 | [E1869163](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1869163/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [151 Townsend St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/151-townsend-st/) | 1,000 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Change the legal occupancy from a two-family dwelling to a four family-dwelling.; (Project cost reflected on short form $720,000)eplan -- BOA decision valid until 06/2026 -- BBRS | $67,750 | [ALT1513823](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1513823/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [125 Crawford St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/125-crawford-st/) | 290 ft SW | Alteration or repair | replacing back porch | $15,000 | [SF1853575](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853575/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [114 Harrishof St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/114-harrishof-st/) | 640 ft NE | Roofing | Strip and reroof. | $28,250 | [SF1851237](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851237/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [145 Townsend St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/145-townsend-st/) | 980 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Remove existing bathtub to be replaced with new walk in shower & surround walls. All new fixtures like for like within same footprint as existing. No structural changes. Plumber will pull their own permit. All debris leaves job site with crew. | $20,046 | [SF1846687](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846687/) |
| May 9, 2026 | [145 Townsend St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/145-townsend-st/) | 980 ft NE | Plumbing | replace tub to shower, lav and toilet | $1,500 | [PL1846958](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1846958/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [153 Crawford St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/153-crawford-st/) | 390 ft NW | Roofing | Residential Re-roofing: No Structural Changes Shingles Replacement: Primary (TimeProof™ Oakridge AR Shingles) and Hip Shingles (TimeProof™ ProRidge® Hip & Ridge Shingles) Underlayment Changeout: RhinoRoof G and ProArmor Synthetic and Flashing Drip Edge | $18,207 | [SF1846971](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846971/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [79 Holworthy St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79-holworthy-st/) | 520 ft N | Electrical | 60 amp electric service to feed monitoring cabinet | $10,000 | [E1847410](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847410/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [160 Harrishof St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160-harrishof-st/) | 870 ft NW | Fire systems | The direct replacement of a fialed convnetional fire panel with a New Addressable FACP and Zone Modules. | $32,000 | [EFA1842191](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1842191/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [85 Waumbeck St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-waumbeck-st/) | 270 ft E | Fence, wall or deck | Demo and rebuild rear exterior deck for each unit. ( 3 total ) | $22,000 | [SF1844880](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844880/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 23 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | [12-26 Crestwood Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12--26-crestwood-pk/) | 0.23 mi NE | Plumbing | #12 only - (2) boiler swaps + (1) DHW swap | $15,000 | [PL1901330](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1901330/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [12-26 Crestwood Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12--26-crestwood-pk/) | 0.23 mi NE | Plumbing | #12 only - (2) boiler swaps + (1) DHW swap. | $15,000 | [G1901325](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1901325/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [211 Humboldt Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/211-humboldt-av/) | 0.20 mi S | Sign | installation of four (4) rigid vinyl signs mounted to building face with stainless steel masonry screws | $153 | [ALT1884137](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1884137/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [28-38 Crestwood Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28--38-crestwood-pk/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | #38 Only - Remove (2) existing boilers + (1) water heater and install (2) new heating boilers + (1) indirect water heater. | $14,000 | [PL1899781](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1899781/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [28-38 Crestwood Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28--38-crestwood-pk/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | Remove (2) existing boilers + (1) water heater and install (2) new heating boilers + (1) indirect water heater. | $14,000 | [G1899775](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1899775/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [11 Wardman Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-wardman-rd/) | 0.21 mi W | Plumbing | Replacing gas dryers in common area laundry room. | $1,000 | [G1894547](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1894547/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [211 Humboldt Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/211-humboldt-av/) | 0.20 mi S | Alteration or repair | Level 2 alteration with new roofing, fascia, soffits, gutters; interior demo and new partitions, restroom reconfiguration, updated MEPs, finishes, fire alarm. Site work includes added parking,striping, and revised footprint; lighting, asphalt, fencing, sidewalks,and stormwater system. | $199,250 | [ALT1824343](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1824343/) |
| Aug 15, 2026 | [211 Humboldt Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/211-humboldt-av/) | 0.20 mi S | Fire systems | Upgrade existing Fire Alarm System Install New Addressable System | $5,000 | [EFA1882505](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1882505/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [18 Westminster Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-westminster-av/) | 0.24 mi W | Electrical | rewire house to code upgrade electrical service to 200amps | $40,000 | [E1888236](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1888236/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [18 Westminster Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-westminster-av/) | 0.24 mi W | Plumbing | Remodel kitchen first floor, pipe newbar sink first floor, pipe new washing machine connection second floor | $10,000 | [PL1881858](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1881858/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [78 Harold St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/78-harold-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Roofing | Gray EZTPO Roofing Replacement on lower back section of flat roof. Asphalt shingles replacement on back half of roof around skylight. Gutter and downspouts replacement on section where we are replacing the flat lower roof. | $8,699 | [SF1874772](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874772/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [24 Westminster Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-westminster-av/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Finish electrical installation of the service equipment and pull the secondary feeders in, terminate and complete the finish wiring devices and installed owner supplied lighting fixtures. This project was originally permitted under Scott MacLeod/S MacLeod Electric E1672464 issued 11/26/2024. | Not listed | [E1877194](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1877194/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [210-224 Humboldt Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/210--224-humboldt-av/) | 0.22 mi S | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install for 214 Humboldt Ave | $1,200 | [ELV1875240](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1875240/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [24 Westminster Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-westminster-av/) | 0.22 mi W | Electrical | Finishing low voltage cable and data line terminations from previous permit elv1683468 scott macleod/ S macleod electric | Not listed | [ELV1877202](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1877202/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [211 Humboldt Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/211-humboldt-av/) | 0.20 mi S | Plumbing | Renovation of the men's and women's restrooms, replacement of existing toilets, lavatory sinks, hose bibbs, urinal, and floor drains. Installation of a new utility sink, water heater, water piping, boiler, and a dual drinking water fountain with integrated bottle filling station. | $30,000 | [PL1873706](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1873706/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [211 Humboldt Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/211-humboldt-av/) | 0.20 mi S | Plumbing | Natural Gas Boiler for the basement appointment | $15,000 | [G1874542](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1874542/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [211 Humboldt Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/211-humboldt-av/) | 0.20 mi S | Electrical | Replace old Lighting, devices, Audio/Video and Fire Alarm Systems. Remove service drops and replace with new underground service lateral to pole | $32,000 | [E1865328](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1865328/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [7 Homestead St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-homestead-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | 364 WALNUT AVE - Remove existing siding and siding accessories and replace with new siding and siding accessories. | $96,450 | [SF1870332](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870332/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [79 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79-howland-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Electrical | Removal of existing electrical wiring, replacing removed electrical wiring with new wiring and providing new wiring and outlets as a result of relocating kitchen and bath. | $60,000 | [E1868517](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1868517/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [43 Howland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-howland-st/) | 0.25 mi SE | Roofing | Over lay, 1 Layer of roof shingles front side of roof, including dormer. | $2,800 | [SF1858600](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858600/) |
| Jun 6, 2026 | [7 Homestead St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-homestead-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Remove front porches and rebuild them. Remove front masonry steps and rebuild with wood. | $21,550 | [SF1856159](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856159/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [17 Cobden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-cobden-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 4 windows; like for like size; no structural changes | $11,948 | [SF1847236](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847236/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [67 Townsend St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-townsend-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Roofing | Strip and reroof | $17,500 | [SF1843750](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843750/) |

## 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 |  | 13 Homestead St | 0.21 mi SW | Zoning appeal: "New two family construction with 2 on grade tandem parking spaces. e Filed" | [BOA1838398](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-04-10 |

## More on this street

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

- [149 Harold St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/149-harold-st/): newest permit Jan 17, 2025
- [147 Harold St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/147-harold-st/): newest permit Jan 17, 2025
- [145 Harold St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/145-harold-st/): newest permit Jan 17, 2025
- [143 Harold St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/143-harold-st/): newest permit Jan 17, 2025
- [141 Harold St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/141-harold-st/): newest permit Jan 17, 2025
- [134 Harold St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/134-harold-st/): newest permit May 30, 2025
- [131 Harold St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/131-harold-st/): newest permit Feb 19, 2026
- [201 Harold St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/201-harold-st/): newest permit Oct 10, 2024
- [202 Harold St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/202-harold-st/): newest permit Jul 1, 2025
- [108 Harold St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108-harold-st/): newest permit Jul 28, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-11 20:27 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, all 3 permits at this address and 54 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/165-harold-st/