# Building permits at 17 Gilmer St, Boston, MA

Five permits on record here. The newest, Sep 9, 2025: Remove and replace two windows in home. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 64 more permits (58 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace two windows in home. Direct replacements with no structural changes. Dispose of all job debris. | $2,700 | [SF1760374](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1760374/) |
| Nov 1, 2021 | Roofing | Strip and re-shingle roof with new architectural shingles. Includes ice water shield, underlayment, drip edge and flashing of chimney and pipes. Flash rubber roof and seal as needed. | $8,000 | [SF1263712](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1263712/) |
| Apr 18, 2019 | Plumbing | Replace water heater | $700 | [PL942554](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL942554/) |
| Apr 18, 2019 | Plumbing | Replace water heater | $700 | [G942548](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G942548/) |
| May 6, 2011 | Plumbing | gas test | $400 | [G67860](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G67860/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 6 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [61-63 Westmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61--63-westmore-rd/) | 200 ft NW | Alteration or repair | installing multi zone mini split system for 1st floor | $32,000 | [SF1906020](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1906020/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [61-63 Westmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61--63-westmore-rd/) | 200 ft NW | Electrical | Rewire unit 1 4 bedroom 2 bath | $38,000 | [E1895674](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1895674/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [100 Wellington Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100-wellington-hill-st/) | 120 ft E | Roofing | Strip and reroof left side of main house. | $10,250 | [SF1890659](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890659/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [56 Westmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56-westmore-rd/) | 130 ft N | Electrical | Eversource found a bad electrical feed in the outside meter socket supplying Apartment 2. I corrected the issue, and the electrical service to Apartment 2 is now working properly. | $500 | [E1889837](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1889837/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [66 Westmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-westmore-rd/) | 130 ft W | Alteration or repair | secure property post fire damage. Doors, windows and locks;V916225; 2 Family dwelling; | $1,000 | [SF1860165](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860165/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [61-63 Westmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61--63-westmore-rd/) | 200 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Installing new blueboard over existing walls and ceilings. Removing and rewiring 4 knob and tube lines. Reframing floor for existing room to be flush with adjacent room. Adding walk in shower to existing bathroom. Reframing 1 closet. Prime and paint walls | $32,000 | [SF1855847](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1855847/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 39 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [149 Ormond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/149-ormond-st/) | 670 ft NE | Roofing | Replace old existing shingles. Install high performance synthetic underlayment. Apply GAF ice and water shields. Install GAF Timberline architectural shingles. Materials, labor, debris clean up are included. | $9,800 | [SF1907728](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1907728/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [36 Hillsboro Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-hillsboro-rd/) | 380 ft E | Plumbing | Reconnect gas to water heater | $400 | [G1829840](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1829840/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [79 Wellington Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79-wellington-hill-st/) | 460 ft SE | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,304 | [PL1906061](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1906061/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [79 Wellington Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79-wellington-hill-st/) | 460 ft SE | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,304 | [G1906060](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1906060/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [45 Westmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-westmore-rd/) | 310 ft N | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 12.71 kw 31 panels with installation of 1 tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $104,700 | [SF1904162](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904162/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [45 Westmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-westmore-rd/) | 310 ft N | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 12.71 kw 31 panels with installation of 1 tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $104,700 | [E1904166](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904166/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [624 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/624-harvard-st/) | 360 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Adding a basement access as showing on the drawings | $15,000 | [ALT1890121](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1890121/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [622 Walk Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/622-walk-hill-st/) | 850 ft S | Electrical | Connect existing feeder to public panel; Install meter jumpers; Remove conductors from 1st floor panel; | $950 | [E1901175](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901175/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [25-27 Westmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25--27-westmore-rd/) | 590 ft N | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install for 27 Westmore Rd | $1,200 | [ELV1896997](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1896997/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [149 Ormond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/149-ormond-st/) | 670 ft NE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 11.48 kw 28 panels with installation of 1 Tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $110,400 | [SF1894645](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894645/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [149 Ormond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/149-ormond-st/) | 670 ft NE | Electrical | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 11.48 kw 28 panels with installation of 1 Tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $110,400 | [E1894649](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1894649/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [224 Almont St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/224-almont-st/) | 990 ft S | Alteration or repair | renovate 3 kitchens, add 3 bathrooms, paint and refinish floors, replace 12 windows. | $175,000 | [SF1894949](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894949/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [84 Wellington Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84-wellington-hill-st/) | 400 ft SE | Alteration or repair | replace front porch exact same foot print replace siding | $48,000 | [SF1889852](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889852/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [20 Outlook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-outlook-rd/) | 650 ft SE | Electrical | Installation of new GFCI protected outlets with new circuits from existing panels for water bottle filler stations. | $9,000 | [E1891005](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1891005/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [59 Goodale Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-goodale-rd/) | 940 ft NE | Alteration or repair | kitchen Remodeling, including installation/replacement of cabinets Tile, Paint. Install bathroom shower wall tile. | $16,400 | [SF1891027](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891027/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [116 Wellington Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/116-wellington-hill-st/) | 430 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Install 3/8" foam insulation board t o the exterior of home. Install double 4" vinyl siding. Cover all trim fascia and soffit. Install new gutter at rear of home. | $28,600 | [SF1889503](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889503/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [40 Hillsboro Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-hillsboro-rd/) | 370 ft E | Plumbing | water heater replacement | $650 | [PL1880173](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1880173/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [40 Hillsboro Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-hillsboro-rd/) | 370 ft E | Plumbing | water heater replacement | $650 | [G1880172](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1880172/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [20 Outlook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-outlook-rd/) | 650 ft SE | Plumbing | Young Achievers Science &; Math Pilot School, 20 Outlook Road, replace drinking fountains: 4 in the basement, 2 on the 1st floor and 2 on the 2nd floor. | $16,000 | [PL1879238](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1879238/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [81-83 Westmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/81--83-westmore-rd/) | 300 ft W | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-869066, 878391) Unit - 1 Unit -2 | $20,000 | [SF1872789](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1872789/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [23 Duke St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-duke-st/) | 900 ft SE | Electrical | 100A meter main and riser | $1,800 | [E1872378](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1872378/) |
| Jul 18, 2026 | [57 Wellington Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57-wellington-hill-st/) | 890 ft SE | Roofing | Strip roof. Install ice and water shield and synthetic underlayer. Install 20 squares of Owens Corning Duration Architect Roofing Singles. | $20,600 | [SF1871508](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1871508/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [149 Ormond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/149-ormond-st/) | 670 ft NE | Plumbing | Installing (2) hybrid water heaters | $5,000 | [PL1873513](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1873513/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [149 Ormond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/149-ormond-st/) | 670 ft NE | Electrical | 400 amp service upgrade. Wiring (2) condensers and (2) air handlers for heat pump systems and (2) water heaters | $14,000 | [E1873502](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1873502/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [46 Westmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-westmore-rd/) | 340 ft N | Electrical | Install recessed lights, replace outdoor flood lights | $3,000 | [E1872992](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1872992/) |
| Jul 11, 2026 | [53 Wellington Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/53-wellington-hill-st/) | 940 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Remove existing bathroom fixtures and finishes. Install new toilet, vanity, sink, bathtub/shower, tile, drywall, trim, paint, lighting, and exhaust fan. Modify plumbing and electrical systems as required. All work will be completed within the existing bathroom footprint | $9,000 | [SF1863846](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863846/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [21 Prairie St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-prairie-st/) | 930 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Weatherization, insulation, Air Sealing | $7,089 | [SF1867310](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867310/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [133 Wellington Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/133-wellington-hill-st/) | 830 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 28 windows; like for like size; no structural changes | $76,699 | [SF1863097](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863097/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [111 Wellington Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/111-wellington-hill-st/) | 420 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Install 3/8" foam board insulation to exterior. Install double 4" vinyl siding. Cover all trim fascia and soffit. Install 2 U28 DH and 4 U28 Sliding windows to front porch. Install 1 front entry door. Replace front porch stairs and railings with composite stairs and vinyl railings. | $60,000 | [SF1864694](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864694/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [244 Almont St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/244-almont-st/) | 750 ft S | Plumbing | Replace gas piping in the basement, 1st floor and 2nd floor | $2,500 | [G1864550](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1864550/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [25 Outlook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-outlook-rd/) | 680 ft E | Electrical | POST INSTALL REPAIR work needed at site to pass final electrical inspection at site - Grounding work | $2,500 | [E1859618](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1859618/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [59 Goodale Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-goodale-rd/) | 940 ft NE | Electrical | Repairs and replacement for ceiling and walls electrical boxes. Locations : 3 Bedrooms, Living room, Kitchen and Entrance. work to be performed in 2nd floor appartement | $3,500 | [E1857201](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857201/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [81 Hazleton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/81-hazleton-st/) | 710 ft S | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 8.2 KW 20 panels with installation of 1 tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $63,900 | [SF1852610](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852610/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [81 Hazleton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/81-hazleton-st/) | 710 ft S | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 8.2 KW 20 panels with installation of 1 tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $63,900 | [E1852618](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1852618/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [93 Hazleton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/93-hazleton-st/) | 620 ft S | Plumbing | WH Replacement | $1,000 | [PL1849077](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1849077/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [93 Hazleton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/93-hazleton-st/) | 620 ft S | Plumbing | WH Replacement | $1,000 | [G1849079](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1849079/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [25-27 Westmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25--27-westmore-rd/) | 590 ft N | Alteration or repair | To insulate attic and exterior wall with blown in cellulose insulation. | $5,725 | [SF1826294](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1826294/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [36 Hillsboro Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-hillsboro-rd/) | 380 ft E | Plumbing | Replace water heater in the basement. | $1,800 | [PL1829838](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1829838/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [25-27 Westmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25--27-westmore-rd/) | 590 ft N | Electrical | Replace 2 Bathroom fan/lights | $2,000 | [E1845068](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1845068/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 19 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [73 Deering Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-deering-rd/) | 0.20 mi NE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 9.02 KW 22 panels with installation of 1 tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $80,400 | [SF1904851](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904851/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [73 Deering Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-deering-rd/) | 0.20 mi NE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 9.02 KW 22 panels with installation of 1 tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $80,400 | [E1904854](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904854/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [31 Wellington Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-wellington-hill-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Plumbing | Gas furnace replacement | $7,500 | [G1902208](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1902208/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [11 Wabash St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-wabash-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Fire systems | Wiring of basement for living | $1,000 | [EFA1902059](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1902059/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [11 Wabash St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-wabash-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | wiring basement for living purposes | $7,500 | [E1902051](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1902051/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [30 Courtland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-courtland-rd/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | Replace gas valve behind stove on second floor. | $450 | [G1899428](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1899428/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [48 Deering Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-deering-rd/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | rewire 3 family house 200amps service upgrade | $40,000 | [E1895564](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1895564/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [631 Walk Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/631-walk-hill-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Plumbing | replacement of a range | $200 | [G1886926](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1886926/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [26 Deering Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-deering-rd/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Electrical wiring to install (2) 36000 btu multi zone outdoor unit with (8) 6k mini splits, (2) 9k mini splits, and (2) proterra 65 gal. Smart hight efficiency hybrid heat pump water heater. | $3,500 | [E1881027](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881027/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [11 Wabash St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-wabash-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Plumbing | Install plumbing for basement bathroom and laundry. one toilet, one lavatory, one shower, one laundry connection | $5,000 | [PL1874493](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1874493/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [23 Goodale Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-goodale-rd/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Second and third floor only; insulation and air sealing to R-60. | $1,000 | [SF1873994](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873994/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [48 Deering Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-deering-rd/) | 0.20 mi NE | Plumbing | Renovate the entire 3 family house | $20,000 | [PL1874724](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1874724/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [552 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/552-harvard-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Alteration or repair | repaving the existing driveway | $3,000 | [SF1867128](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867128/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [36 Deering Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-deering-rd/) | 0.21 mi E | Alteration or repair | renovation of existing 3 level porch | $67,150 | [SF1860146](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860146/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [28 Wellington Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-wellington-hill-st/) | 0.25 mi SE | Electrical | Replace 1 bathroom fan | $850 | [E1852517](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1852517/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [85 Deering Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-deering-rd/) | 0.20 mi NE | Plumbing | Installation of new high-efficiency gas boiler, including removal of existing unit, piping connections, venting, controls, startup, and testing. | $1,900 | [PL1851525](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1851525/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [85 Deering Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-deering-rd/) | 0.20 mi NE | Plumbing | Install and connect Archer Ranger RGR-4-100 Furnace, including gas, venting, ductwork, and electrical, followed by startup and testing to ensure proper operation. | $1,900 | [G1845772](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1845772/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [23 Goodale Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-goodale-rd/) | 0.23 mi E | Electrical | Building service upgrade to 400 amps. Installing ASHP in all 3 units. Unit 1 - (2) external condensers, (6) indoor head units Unit 2 - (2) external condensers, (6) indoor head units Unit 3 - (2) external condensers, (6) indoor head units | $90,000 | [E1844701](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1844701/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [11 Wabash St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-wabash-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Extend living space into basement- Add a bedroom, laundry room, full bath, and wet bar in basement. Hardwired, interconnected;smoke &; carbon monoxide alarms to be installed. All doors leading to and from the first floor to the basement shall be removed for the use of Extension of Living Space.;e[Pl | $35,875 | [ALT1799167](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1799167/) |

## 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 |  | 28 Goodale Rd | 0.21 mi E | Zoning appeal; the description is on the city's appeal tracker. | [BOA1874558](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-07-20 |

## More on this street

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

- [4 Gilmer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-gilmer-st/): newest permit Apr 22, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-10 03:09 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 64 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-gilmer-st/