# Building permits at 1663 Columbia Rd, Boston, MA

595 E Seventh St: demolition permitted Jul 30, a new building Sep 14.

21 permits on record here. The newest, Jul 30, 2025: Install 2 high temp alarms in mens locker rooms and install 2 high temp alarms in womens locker room. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 56 more permits (53 projects) since May 1. One is a new building, 0.22 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 30, 2025 | Electrical | install 2 high temp alarms in mens locker rooms and install 2 high temp alarms in womens locker room | $5,000 | [E1747816](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1747816/) |
| Feb 1, 2022 | Electrical | Low Voltage HVAC Controls | $60,000 | [ELV1287986](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1287986/) |
| May 7, 2021 | Fire systems | Install new Fire Sprinkler system throughout the building. City of boston job, fee waiver attachedeplansee also; alt1133783 | $318,225 | [ALT1178417](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1178417/) |
| Feb 10, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Curley Community Center -; Complete demolition and renovation of interior walls and ceiling. Complete demolition and renovation to HVAC, electrical and plumbing. Remove and replace all windows, doors, and exterior decks. Removal of VCT, Carpet and wood floors.; Upgrades to existing building Fire Ala | $24,000,000 | [ALT1133783](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1133783/) |
| Jan 25, 2021 | Electrical | Renovation to the Curley Community Center: Installation of new tel/data, AV | $400,000 | [ELV1157492](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1157492/) |
| Jan 25, 2021 | Fire systems | Renovation of the curley community center : installation of new addressable fire alarm system | $250,000 | [EFA1157464](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1157464/) |
| Jan 25, 2021 | Electrical | Renovation to Curley Community Center: Including, power, lighting, data, fire alarm, AV | $2,000,000 | [E1157452](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1157452/) |
| Dec 17, 2020 | Plumbing | Plumbing renovation work for 1663 Columbia Road Curly Community Center | $1,429,000 | [PL1135330](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1135330/) |
| Dec 17, 2020 | Plumbing | Plumbing renovation work at 1663 Columbia Road for Curley Community Center | $1,429,000 | [G1135334](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1135334/) |
| Nov 20, 2020 | Electrical | temporary building electrical service 200amp @ 480v, 400amp @ 208/120V | $10,000 | [ETS1137361](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1137361/) |
| Nov 10, 2020 | Demolition | Demolition of interior walls, ceilings, Floors, Make safe, Start abatement City of Boston Fee Waived Please see Long Form # ALT 1133783 | $750,000 | [SF1134736](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1134736/) |
| Nov 9, 2020 | Fence, wall or deck | Site Mobilization to Include temp fence and trailers City of Boston Fee Waived Please see Long Form # ALT 1133783 | $10,000 | [SF1134574](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1134574/) |
| Dec 26, 2019 | Grading | Soil borings for subsurface investigation | $2,325 | [SF1035361](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1035361/) |
| Sep 28, 2018 | Electrical | Temp Generator power for film production. (And only temp generator power) set | $500 | [ETS883787](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS883787/) |
| Aug 16, 2016 | Electrical | Furnish & Install New Combo Exit Signs & EBU's | $1,200 | [E621892](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E621892/) |
| Jul 24, 2012 | Electrical | Provide low voltage control interlock wiring for 4 RTUS, 4 ERVs, and 5 ACs. All work is low voltage. | $1,000 | [ELV165568](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV165568/) |
| Jun 25, 2012 | Electrical | Curley Community Center,HVAC upgrades on 1st and 2nd and roof | $50,000 | [E156065](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E156065/) |
| Jun 22, 2012 | Alteration or repair | adding 7 makeup air units, repair one - fees waived - pfd | $45,000 | [G156200](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G156200/) |
| Apr 17, 2012 | Alteration or repair | selective demolition,misc metals,installation of New HVAC equipment on roof,new gas piping to roof top units, new electrical connections to roof top units, R&R Acoustical Ceiling in various locations throughout Building. | $1,055,100 | [SF131975](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF131975/) |
| Apr 6, 2011 | Electrical | Temp genny power for film production 4-12-11 Base Camp will be at Castle Island (2080 Day Blvd) | $500 | [ETS71003](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS71003/) |
| Jan 21, 2011 | Electrical | Temp genny power for film production 1-19-11 | $500 | [ETS61359](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS61359/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 31 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [1726-1728 Columbia Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1726--1728-columbia-rd/) | 580 ft NE | Electrical | Electrical service upgrade and rewire 3 units | $48,000 | [E1904474](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904474/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [124 Marine Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/124-marine-rd/) | 670 ft NE | Plumbing | replace existing tub valve only with new tub valve only | $1,500 | [PL1903770](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1903770/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [695 E Eighth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/695-e-eighth-st/) | 930 ft NE | Electrical | Wiring replacement for ductless system. | $625 | [E1901946](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901946/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [695 E Eighth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/695-e-eighth-st/) | 930 ft NE | Electrical | Wiring replacement for ductless system. This is a straight equipment replacement. | $1,012 | [E1900624](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900624/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [67 Marine Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-marine-rd/) | 630 ft NW | Alteration or repair | renovation of shared front porch including replacement of steps and painting of columns and overhang | $16,325 | [SF1899883](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899883/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [65 Marine Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-marine-rd/) | 650 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Renovation to shared front porch of the building, including new steps, and painting of the columns and roof structure | $16,325 | [SF1899870](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899870/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [190 L St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/190-l-st/) | 920 ft N | Electrical | Replace electrical meter socket and install 2 baseboard heaters | $6,000 | [E1895455](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1895455/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [1754 Columbia Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1754-columbia-rd/) | 900 ft NE | Fire systems | Install hardwired smoke detectors | $2,000 | [EFA1888581](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1888581/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [1754 Columbia Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1754-columbia-rd/) | 900 ft NE | Electrical | Complete rewire 3rd floor | $10,000 | [E1888580](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1888580/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [1754 Columbia Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1754-columbia-rd/) | 900 ft NE | Plumbing | Remodeling. 2nd Floor: 1 kitchen sink, 1 garbage disposal, 1 dishwasher, 1 ice maker, 2 toilets, 2 single lavatories, 1 bathtub, 1 shower stall, and 1 washing machine connection. | $11,000 | [PL1887748](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1887748/) |
| Aug 15, 2026 | [1754 Columbia Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1754-columbia-rd/) | 900 ft NE | Plumbing | Remodeling. 2nd Floor: 1 range. | $1,000 | [G1887731](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1887731/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [190 L St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/190-l-st/) | 920 ft N | Fire systems | Install new addressable fire alarm system for 4 residential units | $10,000 | [EFA1886697](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1886697/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [120 Marine Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/120-marine-rd/) | 660 ft N | Electrical | AC in basement | $6,500 | [E1879269](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879269/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [617 E Eighth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/617-e-eighth-st/) | 860 ft N | Roofing | Replacement of top-most roof system and removal of entire chimney. | $28,688 | [SF1878425](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1878425/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [190 L St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/190-l-st/) | 920 ft N | Alteration or repair | Change of occupancy from a 3 family dwelling to a 4 family dwelling by way of legalizing the existing basement into a unit as per plans. [ePlans] | $45,000 | [ALT1691146](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1691146/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [47 Marine Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/47-marine-rd/) | 870 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Replacement of (1) 4-Panel Sliding Patio Door. Like-for-Like with no structural changes. | $21,604 | [SF1871273](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1871273/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [194 M St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/194-m-st/) | 940 ft NE | Plumbing | Relocating gas stove | $1,800 | [G1864829](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1864829/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [1754 Columbia Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1754-columbia-rd/) | 900 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Add new HVAC system in unit, instal new kitchen, add washer dryer to unit, add new full bathroom in unit, remodel existing bathroom, replace window on side of home | $200,000 | [SF1856431](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856431/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [194 M St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/194-m-st/) | 940 ft NE | Plumbing | remodeling second floor half bathroom and full bath | $8,900 | [PL1858773](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1858773/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [211 L St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/211-l-st/) | 790 ft N | Plumbing | Gas furnace replacement | $6,500 | [G1857409](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1857409/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [194 M St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/194-m-st/) | 940 ft NE | Electrical | Wire kitchen,full bath and half bath. | $4,000 | [E1856102](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856102/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [194 M St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/194-m-st/) | 940 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Remodel kitchen and 2 bathrooms Install new hardwood floor where needed Install blue board and plaster on existing ceilings Install 3 new replacement windows Install new kitchen cabinets and fixtures Paint all materials to finish | $58,000 | [SF1850982](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850982/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [4 Barrett Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-barrett-av/) | 810 ft NE | Plumbing | replacement of 60k btu gas furnace | $15,000 | [G1853488](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1853488/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [670 E Eighth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/670-e-eighth-st/) | 940 ft N | Plumbing | Remodeling. Basement: 1 washing machine connection. 1st Floor: 1 washing machine connection. 2nd Floor: 1 washing machine connection. | $3,000 | [PL1848969](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1848969/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [225 L St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/225-l-st/) | 670 ft N | Plumbing | adding gas line for 2 laundry dryers and common meter. Total BTU 45000 | $500 | [G1845108](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1845108/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [129 Marine Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/129-marine-rd/) | 610 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Replace exterior trim, new decking and reset handrails, mud room cosmetics | $51,050 | [SF1848719](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848719/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [191 L St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/191-l-st/) | 1,000 ft N | Plumbing | Install one backflow preventer in Unit 1 for boiler replacement | $500 | [PL1799767](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1799767/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [191 L St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/191-l-st/) | 1,000 ft N | Plumbing | Replace boiler serving Unit 1 | $13,000 | [G1799763](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1799763/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [210 L St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/210-l-st/) | 680 ft N | Alteration or repair | Repair front stairs & railings, demo 8x12 shed from rear yard | $5,000 | [SF1847166](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847166/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [670 E Eighth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/670-e-eighth-st/) | 940 ft N | Fire systems | Install new low voltage fire alarm system based on fire alarm plans submitted. | $15,000 | [EFA1839455](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1839455/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [670 E Eighth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/670-e-eighth-st/) | 940 ft N | Electrical | wire entire 3 units | $45,000 | [E1845091](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1845091/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 25 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [185 L St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/185-l-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Alteration or repair | Install 1 replacement entry door - no structural work Work to be done at 183 L Street, South Boston | $2,816 | [SF1904083](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904083/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [595 E Seventh St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/595-e-seventh-st/) | 0.22 mi N | New building | Construct new 3-story, 5-unit residential building with elevator, 8 below-grade parking spaces, 2 roof decks, NFPA 13 sprinkler system, and 24V fire alarm.*Existing structure on lot to be razed on a separately applied for, approved and issued Sf demolition permit. | $2,484,000 | [ERT1836939](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1836939/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [569 E Seventh St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/569-e-seventh-st/) | 0.25 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Amendment to ALT1782055 Change cellar stair run to accommodate new kitchen layout per plans. Modify large front BR to 2 separate bedrooms with closets. Add 3/4 bathroom to the third floor guest room. All changes pertain to the interior of the house. No changes to the footprint or exterior. | $40,000 | [A1853212](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1853212/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [172 Marine Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/172-marine-rd/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | replace old wood deck board to composite deck board | $8,000 | [SF1886755](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886755/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [31 Marine Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-marine-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | wire tv/ data points, add low voltage intercom system | $10,000 | [ELV1889817](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1889817/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [31 Marine Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-marine-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Fire systems | wire low voltage fire alarm system | $10,000 | [EFA1889820](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1889820/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [31 Marine Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-marine-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | wire new 3 family with garage, Install new 600amp 3 phase service | $100,000 | [E1889816](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1889816/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [657 E Seventh St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/657-e-seventh-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | Furnace replacement at 659 as 657 does not appear in the address tab | $8,000 | [G1885656](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1885656/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [582 E Seventh St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/582-e-seventh-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Electrical | Installation of code-required receptacles, recessed lighting, and switches on new 15-amp circuits. Work includes all new-work electrical boxes, associated wiring, devices, fixtures, and installation throughout the applicable rooms. Electrical permit included. | $5,800 | [E1884367](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1884367/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [590 E Seventh St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/590-e-seventh-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Remove all plaster, lathes, doors, and trim down to original framing on all floors. Remove all appliances and fixtures complete. Remove all debris created by job. | $40,000 | [SF1869406](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869406/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [595 E Seventh St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/595-e-seventh-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Demolition | Demolition of existing 2 family structure, in advance of ERT1836939Dig Safe#20262206650 | $20,000 | [SF1853017](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853017/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [582 E Seventh St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/582-e-seventh-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Light renovation. Sand & refinish flooring. Replace basement flooring and add hard ceiling to replace ceiling tiles. Remove carpet runners and add oak treads. Replace grass with turf @ rear yard. No structural work. No modifications to existing egress. No bathroom work or floorplan revisions. | $30,000 | [SF1873982](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873982/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [657 E Seventh St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/657-e-seventh-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | Boiler replacement | $7,000 | [PL1872347](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1872347/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [657 E Seventh St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/657-e-seventh-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | Boiler replacement | $7,000 | [G1872353](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1872353/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [5 Viking St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-viking-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Alteration or repair | Siding and dec repairs | $46,333 | [SF1864889](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864889/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [1528-1530 Columbia Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1528--1530-columbia-rd/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Repairs and paint to rear decks and new concrete walkway by front door | $17,000 | [SF1859747](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859747/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [690 E Eighth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/690-e-eighth-st/) | 0.19 mi NE | Alteration or repair | I.E Install 4 double hung windows | $5,259 | [SF1857548](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857548/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [30-32 Marine Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--32-marine-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Plumbing | replacement of boiler | $9,000 | [PL1852885](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1852885/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [30-32 Marine Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--32-marine-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Plumbing | replacement of 80k btu gas boiler | $9,000 | [G1852884](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1852884/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [569 E Seventh St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/569-e-seventh-st/) | 0.25 mi NW | Electrical | Disconnect wiring of existing house and complete new wiring for the new single family house. | $27,000 | [E1853352](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853352/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [611 E Seventh St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/611-e-seventh-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Electrical | Install low voltage alarm system consisting of only burglary devices in Units 1 and 2 | $2,200 | [ELV1850856](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1850856/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [720 E Eighth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/720-e-eighth-st/) | 0.22 mi NE | Electrical | Bathroom update, new fan, 3 4" wafers, whirlpool circuit | $1,500 | [E1843781](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1843781/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [10 Marine Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-marine-rd/) | 0.24 mi NW | Fence, wall or deck | Remove/dispose of existing single level back deck Reframe a new deck with PT wood and install composite decking and PVC handrails New deck is to match original deck | $29,000 | [SF1846255](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846255/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [620 E Seventh St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/620-e-seventh-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Alteration or repair | Replace 4 windows | $6,757 | [SF1843308](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843308/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [663 E Seventh St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/663-e-seventh-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | Bathroom remodel on 2nd floor. | $5,000 | [PL1844752](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1844752/) |

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