# Building permits at 17-19 Sunset St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $61M project at 773-775a Huntington Av, permitted Sep 24.

12 permits on record here. The newest, Jun 9: Renovation, basement kitchen and ncb 240 combi unit. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 56 more permits since May 1. One is for a new building, 150 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 9, 2026 | Plumbing | Renovation, basement kitchen and ncb 240 combi unit. | $6,000 | [PL1858461](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1858461/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | Plumbing | Basement combi unit | $6,000 | [G1858466](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1858466/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | Fire systems | Install 24v fire alarm due to adding adu. | $12,000 | [EFA1857739](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1857739/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | Electrical | Add meter and panel for unit #b,wiring unit #b kitchen and front 3 stories deck lights and outlets | $8,000 | [E1857633](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857633/) |
| May 28, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Change of occupancy from extended living space in the basement to ADU in basement. Basement was finished legally before. Add 2nd egress and kitchen. | $20,000 | [ALT1803580](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1803580/) |
| Feb 4, 2025 | Electrical | Updated 200 amps service.move meter socket to outside | $8,000 | [E1688699](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1688699/) |
| Nov 18, 2015 | Plumbing | To install shower, lavatory and toilet. | $2,198 | [PL528151](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL528151/) |
| Nov 18, 2015 | Plumbing | To relocate 3 gas boilers to opposite side of dwelling. To pipe in 4 new meters to boilers. | $3,800 | [G528145](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G528145/) |
| Aug 13, 2012 | Alteration or repair | Install new base cabinets and counter top in kitchen. Replace vinyl flooring. Paint one bedroom unit. Polish wood floor. Work on 3rd. floor | $2,560 | [SF172294](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF172294/) |
| Nov 9, 2010 | Electrical | Install new wiring for public panel | $600 | [E50954](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E50954/) |
| Sep 8, 2010 | Plumbing | waterheater | $100 | [PL41696](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL41696/) |
| Sep 8, 2010 | Plumbing | gas work for boilers | $100 | [G41695](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G41695/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 12 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 2026 | [14 Eldora St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-eldora-st/) | 220 ft E | Fire systems | Installation of a new Addressable fire alarm system. | $31,728 | [EFA1880204](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1880204/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [18 Eldora St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-eldora-st/) | 150 ft NE | Fire systems | Install a new central Station fire alarm systems | $5,000 | [EFA1879156](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1879156/) |
| Jul 25, 2026 | [18 Eldora St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-eldora-st/) | 150 ft NE | Fire systems | 110 volt smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in new construction 3 unit building | $4,000 | [EFA1874341](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1874341/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [18 Eldora St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-eldora-st/) | 150 ft NE | Plumbing | plumbing for three new apartments | $40,000 | [PL1875550](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1875550/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [18 Eldora St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-eldora-st/) | 150 ft NE | Electrical | cat6 and rg6 wiring in new contruction 3 unit building | $4,000 | [ELV1874337](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1874337/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [18 Eldora St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-eldora-st/) | 150 ft NE | Electrical | wiring of new construcition 3 unit building | $52,000 | [E1874336](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874336/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [14 Eldora St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-eldora-st/) | 220 ft E | Plumbing | Plumbing for two new town houses | $60,000 | [PL1857764](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1857764/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [18 Eldora St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-eldora-st/) | 150 ft NE | New building | ERECT NEW 3 UNIT BUILDING -;with Fire Alarm &; Sprinkler systems to be installed.Three bay car garage attached with J-Box; for future EV Charger. Project is subject to Group One Dwelling Units per 521 CMR (AAB). Permeable Surfaces required; BUILDING TO BE RAZED UNDER PERMIT SF1798866;e[Plans] Filed. | $700,000 | [ERT1817234](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1817234/) |
| May 24, 2026 | [18 Eldora St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-eldora-st/) | 150 ft NE | Electrical | overhead 200 amp temporary service for construction of new building | $1,200 | [ETS1847654](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1847654/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [14 Eldora St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-eldora-st/) | 220 ft E | Electrical | Run CAT6 line to bedroom and living room | $2,200 | [ELV1845750](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1845750/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [14 Eldora St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-eldora-st/) | 220 ft E | Fire systems | Hard wire smoke and co detectors to code | $3,000 | [EFA1845753](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1845753/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [14 Eldora St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-eldora-st/) | 220 ft E | Electrical | Wire new two family to code | $45,000 | [E1845749](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1845749/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 30 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2026 | [23 S Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-s-huntington-av/) | 890 ft W | Plumbing | 1st Floor commercial building Upgrade gas line from 1" 1/4 to 2" for 5 points of gas [1] fryer 85,000BTU [2] gas stoves 160,000BTU [1] nan roti 61,000BTU [1] tandoor 100,000BTU [1] gas burner 380,000BTU [1] 3-bay sink + grease trap [1] hand sink replacement [1] toilet replacement [1] vanity | $10,000 | [PL1905175](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1905175/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [23 S Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-s-huntington-av/) | 890 ft W | Plumbing | upgrade gas line from one and a quarter to 2 inches. Install 2 fryers, 2 gas stove, and 1 oven | $6,000 | [G1905589](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1905589/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [890 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/890-huntington-av/) | 780 ft NW | Electrical | Meter replacement for Eversource's AMI project | $2,000 | [E1904467](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904467/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [884 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/884-huntington-av/) | 750 ft NW | Plumbing | Remodeling 3 full kitchen, add 3 new Laundry, add 3 new full bathrooms and replace 3 water heaters | $380,000 | [PL1903050](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1903050/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [884 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/884-huntington-av/) | 750 ft NW | Plumbing | Replace 3 gas stoves and replace 3 gas water heaters | $380,000 | [G1903049](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1903049/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [864 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/864-huntington-av/) | 700 ft NW | Electrical | Rewire units 1, 2 and 3 | $40,000 | [E1902874](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1902874/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [23 S Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-s-huntington-av/) | 890 ft W | Electrical | Electrical renovation for a commercial restaurant. Relocation of existing kitchen walls and branch circuits. Lights relocation and additions Adding a few circuits | $11,000 | [E1884397](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1884397/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [125 Parker Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/125-parker-hill-av/) | 780 ft SE | Plumbing | Replace roof drains | $20,000 | [PL1901073](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1901073/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [866 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/866-huntington-av/) | 700 ft NW | Electrical | installing 3 Bryant ductless heat pump systems | $10,000 | [E1900478](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900478/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [884 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/884-huntington-av/) | 750 ft NW | Electrical | Installing 3 Bryant ductless heat pumps | $10,000 | [E1900505](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900505/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [196 Hillside St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/196-hillside-st/) | 260 ft N | Alteration or repair | renovate unit #3 existing kitchen and bath. Add second bath in pantry area. no structural work. | $90,000 | [SF1890266](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890266/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [884 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/884-huntington-av/) | 750 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Units 1-3. Interior renovation of living unit according to the attached plans, to include new finishes, fixtures, and interior partitions. Minor demo to include demo and disposal of existing finishes, fixtures, and interior partitions. | $430,007 | [SF1883863](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1883863/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [23 S Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-s-huntington-av/) | 890 ft W | Alteration or repair | Remodeling of existing place bathroom, floors walls | $77,000 | [SF1880032](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880032/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [835 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/835-huntington-av/) | 990 ft N | Other | Installation of a 20'x30' and 20'x60' open tent anchored with concrete ballasts for a one day annual event | $2,780 | [SF1882238](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882238/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [16 Parker Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-parker-hill-av/) | 500 ft N | Plumbing | gas retest | $500 | [G1888138](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1888138/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [125 Parker Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/125-parker-hill-av/) | 780 ft SE | Roofing | Remove and replace roof | $1,462,500 | [SF1877552](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877552/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [125 Parker Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/125-parker-hill-av/) | 780 ft SE | Plumbing | Replacement of the 2 water heaters in the basement mechanical room. | $76,000 | [PL1877747](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1877747/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [23 S Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-s-huntington-av/) | 890 ft W | Alteration or repair | repairs bricks and repoint | $14,000 | [SF1869172](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869172/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [852-854 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/852--854-huntington-av/) | 710 ft NW | Roofing | Roofing and Re-siding the entire building Removing older rubber membrane and replace them with rubber membrane. Siding the front part of the building with clapboard siding and the rest with vinyl siding | $75,000 | [SF1845936](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845936/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [174 Hillside St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/174-hillside-st/) | 330 ft NE | Roofing | strip existing roof. install ice and water shield. install new shingles. install new gutters and downspouts | $23,400 | [SF1850952](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850952/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [848 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/848-huntington-av/) | 710 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Remove exterior gates on windows | $100 | [SF1844807](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844807/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [8-14 S Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8--14-s-huntington-av/) | 790 ft W | Alteration or repair | Change of occupancy to include barbershop. Update current use at 12 S Huntington commercial space to barbershop. [ePlans] | $30,000 | [ALT1820099](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1820099/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [858 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/858-huntington-av/) | 720 ft NW | Electrical | wiring rear egress stairs 2 smoke detectors,3 lights with 2 switches | $3,000 | [E1845487](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1845487/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [46 S Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-s-huntington-av/) | 670 ft W | Electrical | Kitchen renovation 78 S Huntington Ave Apt 24 | $2,500 | [E1842901](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1842901/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [46 S Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-s-huntington-av/) | 670 ft W | Electrical | Kitchen renovation 66 S Huntington Ave Apt 21 | $2,500 | [E1842898](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1842898/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [46 S Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-s-huntington-av/) | 670 ft W | Electrical | Kitchen renovation 66 S Huntington Ave Apt 15 | $2,500 | [E1842897](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1842897/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [46 S Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-s-huntington-av/) | 670 ft W | Electrical | Kitchen renovation 66 S Huntington Ave Apt 3 | $2,500 | [E1842896](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1842896/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [46 S Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-s-huntington-av/) | 670 ft W | Electrical | Kitchen renovation at 62 S Huntington Ave Apt 24. | $2,500 | [E1842894](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1842894/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [46 S Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-s-huntington-av/) | 670 ft W | Electrical | Kitchen renovation to be done in 50 S Huntington Ave Apt 2. | $3,500 | [E1842892](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1842892/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [858 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/858-huntington-av/) | 720 ft NW | Alteration or repair | correct violation V821889 from 03/11/2025 (Bring egress up to code- Rear egress stairs are inadequate) | $35,600 | [ALT1835489](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1835489/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 14 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [773-775a Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/773--775a-huntington-av/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | Wiring and grounding of a temporary portable generator for construction. 500KW, 480/277V, 3-Phase, 4-Wire Diesel Generator. Utilize portable generator cables to feed an 800A, 480/277V temporary panelboard. | $30,000 | [E1905307](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1905307/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [773-775a Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/773--775a-huntington-av/) | 0.20 mi NE | Plumbing | New construction of 130,058 SF, 13-story, mixed use building consisting of 24 below grade parking spaces. 2,900 SF of ground floor commercial, and 112 residential units. | $60,683,635 | [PL1903804](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1903804/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [20a Vining St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20a-vining-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Electrical | Adding a transformer and panel for (5) Dual port EV chargers in the garage | $66,540 | [E1897266](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1897266/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [64 Calumet St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64-calumet-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Plumbing | Install gas furnace, run 30ft of gas piping to the furnace. | $13,500 | [G1888755](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1888755/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [773-775a Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/773--775a-huntington-av/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Amend the building permit ERT1252232, to reflect structural revisions. Original design used a steel frame with composite slabs. Revised design includes a mat slab, concrete superstructure with two reinforced cores, reinforced slabs, and post tensioned slabs. Façade unchanged.eplan | $11,353,420 | [A1807861](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1807861/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [7 Oswald St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-oswald-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Fire systems | Install fire alarm conductors for common areas, front and back hallways, and basement level. Sprinkler system and sounders in bedroom with exterior beacon. | $1,800 | [EFA1886285](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1886285/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [7 Oswald St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-oswald-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Interior and exterior renovation of existing three-family dwelling including selective demolition, kitchen and bathroom upgrades, MEP improvements, energy code compliance upgrades, sprinkler system and limited structural modification per plans | $450,000 | [ALT1862888](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1862888/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [7 Oswald St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-oswald-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Plumbing | ranges and boilers | $22,000 | [G1881573](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1881573/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [20a Vining St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20a-vining-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Fence, wall or deck | We will be completing concrete, sealant and traffic topping repairs the parking Garage @ Mission park. | $828,390 | [SF1862503](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862503/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [7 Oswald St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-oswald-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Electrical | Rewire three residential unit, each unit consists of two bedrooms, living room, kitchen, laundry area. Install local 120 volt smoke detectors within each unit, typical three. Upgrade the incoming service to a new three gang residential meter cabinet and a Public meter. | $26,000 | [E1868612](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1868612/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [7 Oswald St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-oswald-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Plumbing | kits baths | $24,000 | [PL1866818](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1866818/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [2-24 Ellingwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2--24-ellingwood-st/) | 0.20 mi S | Plumbing | Replacement of electric water heater at 6 ELLINGWOOD STREET | $3,936 | [PL1850301](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1850301/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [2-24 Ellingwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2--24-ellingwood-st/) | 0.20 mi S | Electrical | Install new feeder cables to 5 units from the meter socket to the load cenetrs. Install coaxial cable to 5 units as well | $18,400 | [E1844689](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1844689/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [251 Heath St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/251-heath-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Fire systems | Replace existing fire alarm system which is obsolete, with a new Edwards EST4 fire alarm panel, and associated devices for compatibility with the new system. Existing wiring and device locations will be utilized | $200,795 | [ALT1830311](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1830311/) |

## 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 |  | 33 to 39 S Huntington Av | 860 ft W | To change the occupancy from 38 units, Retail,Restaurant, Parking… | [BOA1775803](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2025-09-16 |
| Requested |  | 56 Calumet St | 0.22 mi E | To construct shed dormer and extend living space of third floor dwelling unit into attic | [BOA1766416](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2025-08-21 |
| Approved | Sep 22, 2026 | 85 Parker Hill Av | 250 ft S | To change occupancy of existing structure, fully renovate to accommodate 103 rental units | [BOA1883597](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "ZBA Decision Finalized", decision "AppProv" | 2026-08-06 |
| Approved | May 19, 2026 | 73 Sachem St | 240 ft E | To combine existing 73 Sachem Street lot # 1000982000 with adjacent vacant lot 3 Sachem, Parcel #1000981000 | [BOA1824914](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-03-03 |

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 Sunset St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [26-28 Sunset St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26--28-sunset-st/): newest permit Nov 21, 2024

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-11 02:55 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, all 12 permits at this address and 56 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17--19-sunset-st/