# Building permits at 169 Glenellen Rd, Boston, MA

Five permits on record here. The newest, Jul 30: Installation of (1) Bow Window and (1) Entry Door in existing openings. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 59 more permits (54 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 30, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Installation of (1) Bow Window and (1) Entry Door in existing openings. Like-for-like with no structural changes. | $21,661 | [SF1877249](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877249/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | Solar | 14 Modules-roof mounted - 6.020 kwdc | $26,532 | [SF1876001](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1876001/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Solar | 14 Modules-roof mounted - 6.020 kwdc | $26,532 | [E1875996](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875996/) |
| Jul 19, 2021 | Alteration or repair | strip entire home of wood siding down to substrate install Blue Skin VP100 Vapor Barrier Install Market Square siding install new gutters and downspouts | $25,000 | [SF1217539](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1217539/) |
| Jun 2, 2021 | Roofing | shingle roof tear off remover existing shingle on entire roof Install Deck Armour Install New GAF Timeberline high Def shingles | $10,800 | [SF1195715](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1195715/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 9 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [32 Vogel St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-vogel-st/) | 170 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $5,000 | [SF1902478](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902478/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [186 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/186-glenellen-rd/) | 190 ft SE | Alteration or repair | replace the wooden siding on home with vinyl siding. | $35,000 | [SF1901089](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901089/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [191 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/191-glenellen-rd/) | 180 ft S | Plumbing | Remodeling. 1st Floor: 1 kitchen sink, 1 garbage disposal, 1 dishwasher, 1 ice maker, 1 toilet, 1 lavatory, 1 bathtub, and 1 shower stall. | $8,000 | [PL1878295](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1878295/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [191 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/191-glenellen-rd/) | 180 ft S | Plumbing | Remodeling. Basement: 1 boiler (demolition) and 1 furnace. 1st Floor: 1 range. | $3,000 | [G1875143](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1875143/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [176 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/176-glenellen-rd/) | 130 ft SE | Plumbing | replacement of a range | $170 | [G1865053](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1865053/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [32 Vogel St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-vogel-st/) | 170 ft NW | Roofing | Repair existing chimney including crown rebuild, masonry repointing, and installation of new stainless steel chimney cap. Replace one roof plumbing vent pipe boot and replace damaged fascia board at front elevation. No structural modifications. | $3,008 | [SF1858989](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858989/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [191 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/191-glenellen-rd/) | 180 ft S | Alteration or repair | Renovation of kitchen and bath Kitchen: 5 recessed lights + 2 lights 1 stove: 220 v 50 amp 1 dishwasher 1 disposal 1 microwave Office: 4 recessed lights + 7 outlets Bathroom: 1 fan light Dining room + living room: 10 lights + 5 outlets | $11,000 | [E1864487](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864487/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [191 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/191-glenellen-rd/) | 180 ft S | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-862769) | $10,000 | [SF1848948](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848948/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [191 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/191-glenellen-rd/) | 180 ft S | Alteration or repair | Renovation for kitchen and bath | $25,500 | [SF1844335](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844335/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 26 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [67 New Haven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-new-haven-st/) | 760 ft NW | Electrical | Installation of 33 modules-roof mounted - 14.190 kw dc, 11.517 kw ac | $13,060 | [E1906839](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1906839/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [115-117 New Haven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/115--117-new-haven-st/) | 770 ft W | Alteration or repair | 115 Only - Attic insulation and air sealing | $5,000 | [SF1900339](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900339/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [186 Stimson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/186-stimson-st/) | 650 ft S | Alteration or repair | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of one condenser and four mini split heads | $17,848 | [SF1889806](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889806/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [186 Stimson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/186-stimson-st/) | 650 ft S | Electrical | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of one condenser and four mini split heads. | $5,949 | [E1889802](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1889802/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [137 Keystone St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/137-keystone-st/) | 970 ft N | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-305636418) | $1,000 | [SF1882023](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882023/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [104 Salman St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/104-salman-st/) | 820 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-877666) | $4,000 | [SF1880142](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880142/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [7 Dana Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-dana-rd/) | 640 ft NE | Solar | 10 Modules-roof mounted - 4.300 kwdc | $25,000 | [SF1875961](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875961/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [7 Dana Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-dana-rd/) | 640 ft NE | Solar | 10 Modules-roof mounted - 4.300 kwdc | $25,000 | [E1875968](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875968/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [62 New Haven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/62-new-haven-st/) | 780 ft NW | Electrical | Install electric for bathroom renovation 2nd floor. Upgrade service to 200 amp. | $8,500 | [E1882365](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882365/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [62 New Haven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/62-new-haven-st/) | 780 ft NW | Plumbing | Full bath remodel | $4,000 | [PL1877897](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1877897/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [57 New Haven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57-new-haven-st/) | 820 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Removing and replacing 3 windows, replacing like with like, no structural changes. | $4,302 | [SF1877403](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877403/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [139 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/139-glenellen-rd/) | 330 ft N | Solar | 20 Modules-roof mounted - 8.600 kwdc | $40,054 | [SF1877172](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877172/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [80 New Haven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80-new-haven-st/) | 620 ft NW | Roofing | Remove the existing roofing, flashing, underlayment, and pipe boots using proper tools. Protect the property with tarps, remove all debris, and install new underlayment and asphalt shingles in accordance with State Building Code and the manufacturer's installation guidelines. | $14,690 | [SF1874196](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874196/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [108 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108-glenellen-rd/) | 790 ft N | Alteration or repair | Renovations of existing kitchen and bathrooms. No change to building footprint. | $100,000 | [SF1852696](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852696/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [139 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/139-glenellen-rd/) | 330 ft N | Electrical | 20 Modules-roof mounted - 8.600 kwdc | $40,054 | [E1877174](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1877174/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [5 Fairlane Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-fairlane-rd/) | 520 ft N | Solar | Temporarily remove and reinstall existing solar panels for roof work. | $499 | [E1875681](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875681/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [5 Fairlane Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-fairlane-rd/) | 520 ft N | Roofing | strip roof shingles and re-roof per manufacturers specs - NO STRUCTURAL CHANGES | $11,000 | [SF1863546](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863546/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [62 New Haven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/62-new-haven-st/) | 780 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Renovation of second floor full bathroom; remove existing fixtures and tile flooring and replace with new fixtures and tiles. | $68,310 | [SF1873360](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873360/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [80 New Haven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80-new-haven-st/) | 620 ft NW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 20.09 KW 49 panels NO BATTERY STORAGE | $136,500 | [SF1861665](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861665/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [80 New Haven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80-new-haven-st/) | 620 ft NW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 20.09 KW 49 panels NO BATTERY STORAGE | $136,500 | [E1861666](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861666/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [71 Cottage Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-cottage-rd/) | 950 ft E | Alteration or repair | Repair small walkout deck on the rear of the building install new decking board and fix handrails. Repair and replace decking board in the front of the building including steps. Install a new concrete around the front of the building. | $25,000 | [SF1872115](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1872115/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [109 Vogel St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/109-vogel-st/) | 810 ft SW | Addition | Remove existing roof and build second story addition per plans | $225,000 | [ALT1771449](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1771449/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [16 Bryant Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-bryant-rd/) | 740 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Removing and replacing 2 windows, replacing like with like, no structural changes. | $3,218 | [SF1859604](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859604/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [204 Stimson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/204-stimson-st/) | 860 ft SW | Plumbing | Replacement of power vented water heater | $2,500 | [G1862241](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1862241/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [194 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/194-glenellen-rd/) | 260 ft S | Electrical | 8 space subpanel, duplex receptacle | $4,078 | [E1862676](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862676/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [2543 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2543-centre-st/) | 340 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 16 windows; like for like size; no structural changes | $47,301 | [SF1858160](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858160/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 24 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [87 Crosstown Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/87-crosstown-av/) | 0.20 mi SW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted solar pv - 11 panels - 4.51kW DC. Installation of Tesla ESS on exterior of building. No Structural. | $41,559 | [SF1902968](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902968/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [87 Crosstown Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/87-crosstown-av/) | 0.20 mi SW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted solar pv - 11 panels - 4.51kW DC. Installation of Tesla ESS on exterior of building. | $29,091 | [E1902972](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1902972/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [14 Pleasantdale Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-pleasantdale-rd/) | 0.22 mi SE | Roofing | Replace the asphalt roof on home. | $12,700 | [SF1900432](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900432/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [19 New Haven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-new-haven-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Fire systems | Wire and install 4 smoke detectors Wire and install 3 carbon smoke detectors | $2,000 | [EFA1888863](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1888863/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [89 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/89-glenellen-rd/) | 0.21 mi N | Roofing | Replace asphalt shingles, underlayment, ice and water on edges, and drip edge | $5,000 | [SF1891633](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891633/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [19 New Haven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-new-haven-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Electrical | Upgrade electrical service from 100 amps to 200 amps Re wire 3 bedrooms, kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, living room, dining room wire and install an exterior RV outlet | $28,000 | [E1888853](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1888853/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [111-115 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/111--115-grove-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Plumbing | Installing one w\|c laundry tray, lav. | $4,000 | [PL1888918](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1888918/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [75 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-grove-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Solar | Install 11.07 kW panels. Will not exceed roof panel but will add 6" to height. 27 panels total. No ESS / Structural modifications per engineer letter. | $45,000 | [SF1877833](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877833/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [75 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-grove-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Solar | Install 11.07 kW panels. Will not exceed roof panel but will add 6" to height. 27 panels total. No ESS / Structural modifications per engineer letter. | $45,000 | [E1877843](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1877843/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [75 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-grove-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Structural modifications per engineer letter. | $2,500 | [ALT1877838](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1877838/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [111-115 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/111--115-grove-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Electrical | unit #1. Replace existing FPE panel in unit, install laundry hookup in converted linen closet | $5,000 | [E1879582](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879582/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [111-115 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/111--115-grove-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Alteration or repair | Bathroom and Closet Modification | $20,100 | [SF1877347](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877347/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [83 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/83-grove-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID - 163478687) | $3,000 | [SF1861625](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861625/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [50 Crosstown Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-crosstown-av/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Extend living space to existing basement. Replace sheetrock and carpet for one room. Existing basement. Existing two means of egress: Entry door leading outside & a 5.7 square ft window opening with a window well outside. Height does not exceed 44 in. from floor. Cosmetic only. No structural work. | $21,020 | [ALT1828118](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1828118/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [78 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/78-glenellen-rd/) | 0.25 mi N | Roofing | Strip & re-roof house | $12,500 | [SF1867009](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867009/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [87 Crosstown Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/87-crosstown-av/) | 0.20 mi SW | Electrical | 200 amp service upgrade and install two disconnects | $7,750 | [E1863310](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863310/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [118 Keystone St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/118-keystone-st/) | 0.19 mi N | Roofing | Strip roof shingles, and re-roof per GAF code (14 SQ), using 6' of ice and water shield. | $15,833 | [SF1700443](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1700443/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [111-115 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/111--115-grove-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Electrical | Unit 7 100 amp panel replacement whole home surge protector | $2,927 | [E1860253](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860253/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [1580 Vfw Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1580-vfw-pw/) | 0.24 mi NW | Sign | Install a new channel letter sign to the wall, and existing pylon sign refacing. | $6,800 | [ALT1839824](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1839824/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [2606 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2606-centre-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Roofing | Strip and install a new roof with CertainTeed shingles. | $18,844 | [SF1846578](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846578/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [81 Crosstown Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/81-crosstown-av/) | 0.22 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Weatherization, Insulation, Air Sealing | $3,867 | [SF1844545](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844545/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [87 Crosstown Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/87-crosstown-av/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | Hybrid water heater | $2,500 | [PL1852168](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1852168/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [89 Crosstown Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/89-crosstown-av/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | replace existing tub valve only with new tub valve only | $1,500 | [PL1847517](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1847517/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [1580 Vfw Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1580-vfw-pw/) | 0.24 mi NW | Sign | Install one new non-illuminated 42" high x 20' x 1/4" thick aluminum composite panel with vinyl die cut lettering, NEUVO DIA, WEST ROXBURY ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER as per BPDA approved drawings. | $3,856 | [ALT1842370](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1842370/) |

## 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 | Apr 16, 2026 | 109 Vogel St | 810 ft SW | To remove existing roof and build second story addition… | [BOA1798927](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2025-11-17 |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Glenellen Rd with permits, nearest house number first:

- [174 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/174-glenellen-rd/): newest permit Oct 13, 2025
- [176 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/176-glenellen-rd/): newest permit Jun 29, 2026
- [186 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/186-glenellen-rd/): newest permit Sep 15, 2026
- [191 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/191-glenellen-rd/): newest permit Jul 29, 2026
- [194 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/194-glenellen-rd/): newest permit Jun 24, 2026
- [139 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/139-glenellen-rd/): newest permit Jul 30, 2026
- [199 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/199-glenellen-rd/): newest permit Jan 23, 2026
- [202 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/202-glenellen-rd/): newest permit Aug 13, 2025
- [217 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/217-glenellen-rd/): newest permit Oct 6, 2025
- [220 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/220-glenellen-rd/): newest permit Feb 4, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-10 03:05 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, 02:17 UTC.

Map, all 5 permits at this address and 59 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/169-glenellen-rd/