# Building permits at 17 Ranelegh Rd, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: an $867,075 project at 27 Bothwell Rd, permitted Jul 17.

Six permits on record here. The newest, Jul 2: Wire lights and outlets on decks. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 54 more permits (52 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.19 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Wire lights and outlets on decks, stairs of ADU, Wire Kitchen in ADU, Wire full bath | $7,500 | [E1863752](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863752/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Create a ADU in a single family house adding egress, renovation of a kitchen and bathroom | $85,000 | [ALT1828456](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1828456/) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | Plumbing | Walking shower with handheld Toilet Lav Kitchen garbage disposal dishwasher icemaker | $1,000 | [PL1836209](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1836209/) |
| Oct 29, 2022 | Alteration or repair | Removal of existing siding and any rotten wood to be replaced with new vinyl siding. A dumpster will be on site for debris removal. Denis McGrath, a carpenter and part owner with me (Lauren McGrath) will be both supervising and participating in the project. | $50,000 | [SF1399336](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1399336/) |
| May 2, 2022 | Roofing | Remove and replace 30 sq. Asphault shingles | $21,500 | [SF1327249](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1327249/) |
| Nov 24, 2014 | Electrical | upgrade service rewire dwelling | $28,000 | [E429497](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E429497/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 34 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2026 | [39-41 Newcastle Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39--41-newcastle-rd/) | 780 ft S | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-891832) Unit(39) | $17,000 | [SF1906134](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1906134/) |
| Oct 15, 2026 | [15-17 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-donnybrook-rd/) | 780 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Replace 1 Skylight | $3,000 | [SF1906940](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1906940/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [71 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-brooks-st/) | 710 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Minor interior repairs and cosmetic improvements, including painting of walls, ceilings, trim, and doors; painting/refinishing of existing flooring; minor patching, caulking, and repairs to drywall, trim, and baseboards. No structural, plumbing, electrical, or HVAC work. | $15,000 | [SF1904310](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904310/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [35 Newton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-newton-st/) | 960 ft W | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 16 windows. Like sizes and no structural changes. | $17,531 | [SF1902913](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902913/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [89 Hobart St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/89-hobart-st/) | 350 ft SW | Alteration or repair | remove and replace siding on entire home | $60,370 | [SF1900282](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900282/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [64-66 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64--66-donnybrook-rd/) | 650 ft S | Fire systems | Install hardwired smoke detectors and CO detectors on 2nd & 3rd floors, also 2 wireless units | $1,200 | [EFA1900379](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1900379/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [64-66 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64--66-donnybrook-rd/) | 650 ft S | Electrical | Remodel master bedroom on 3rd floor, dormer with home office and closet, add sub panel, add outlets, lights and switches on 3rd floor | $8,400 | [E1900378](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900378/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [15-17 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-donnybrook-rd/) | 780 ft SE | Plumbing | 17 Donnybrook Rd. 1st Floor gas stove replacement | $1,200 | [G1895295](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1895295/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [15-17 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-donnybrook-rd/) | 780 ft SE | Plumbing | Location : 15 Donnybrook Rd. 3rd Floor bathroom Repiped drains and vents for 3/4 bathroom to bring bathroom up to code | $4,500 | [PL1888375](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1888375/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [9-11 Oliva Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9--11-oliva-rd/) | 320 ft W | Electrical | In this project I will add a new meter for public area. All service will be replace. | $18,000 | [E1878225](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1878225/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [98 Cresthill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/98-cresthill-rd/) | 970 ft E | Alteration or repair | change floor plan | $70,000 | [ALT1863633](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1863633/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [40-42 Hobart St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40--42-hobart-st/) | 640 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 1 window; like for like size; no structural changes | $4,041 | [SF1880154](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880154/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [49-51 Falkland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49--51-falkland-st/) | 570 ft E | Roofing | Asphalt shingles replacement on the entire garage. White PVC Fascia board replacement on left and right sides as well as front 2 rake boards of garage. Gutter and downspouts replacement of 20 foot section on rear of house (attached to shingled roof section). Slate Roof maintenance. | $10,647 | [SF1878513](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1878513/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [39-47 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39--47-brooks-st/) | 500 ft W | Electrical | Wiring for new 2 head mini split condenser | $2,500 | [E1879278](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879278/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [15-17 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-donnybrook-rd/) | 780 ft SE | Plumbing | Bathroom remodeling, Kitchen remodel, and washing machine hookup for #17 Donnybrook rd. 1st Floor | $5,500 | [PL1878839](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1878839/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [203 Bigelow St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/203-bigelow-st/) | 870 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove 1 existing door and replace with 1 new door. No structural work | $8,022 | [SF1872485](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1872485/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [15-17 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-donnybrook-rd/) | 780 ft SE | Electrical | Renovation of the bathroom at 1st floor: wiring of new 20 amp line, new 15 amp line, Panasonic fan/light, Over vanity light. | $1,800 | [E1873431](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1873431/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [15-17 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-donnybrook-rd/) | 780 ft SE | Electrical | Overhead electrical service upgrade from 100 to 400 Amp, adding public meter | $14,000 | [E1873405](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1873405/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [232 Parsons St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/232-parsons-st/) | 890 ft E | Roofing | Install new rubber roof | $24,900 | [SF1867110](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867110/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [78-80 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/78--80-brooks-st/) | 670 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Deck Renovation: Install new railings; install new flooring; replace wooden posts where needed; replace rotten wood; dispose all trash. | $14,500 | [SF1868650](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868650/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [4 Falkland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-falkland-st/) | 950 ft SE | Electrical | basement renovation done in 2005. Included, bathroom, bedroom and office | $1,500 | [E1869980](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1869980/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [15-17 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-donnybrook-rd/) | 780 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Bathroom remodeling, remove existing tile, tub, toilet and vanity and replace. everething stay on same place as it is | $20,000 | [SF1869305](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869305/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [77 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/77-hobson-st/) | 440 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Repair existing deck, replace any rotten wood, replace composite floor, install Azek railings. The address for the deck is technically 86 Hobart st, but it did not show up on the portal during the application. 77 Hobson st is the same building, both addresses are for the same house. | $8,500 | [SF1863051](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863051/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [4 Falkland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-falkland-st/) | 950 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Legalize the extended living space created when this building was turned into a condo in 2005. No work is to be done, there is no change in occupancy.This is to correct ISD violation V867895. Licensed Contractor Michael Hurley (HIC# will be provided) will help with paperwork | Not listed | [ALT1800745](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1800745/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [66 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-hobson-st/) | 620 ft SW | Electrical | Wire and install (2) recess lights with (1) switch, (1) bathroom fan with (1) switch, (1) vanity light with (1) switch, (1) GFCI receptacle on dedicated circuit. | $1,200 | [E1858828](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858828/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [66 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-hobson-st/) | 620 ft SW | Electrical | Wire and install (3) recess lights fire rated with (1) switch, (1) bathroom exhaust fan with (1) switch, (1) vanity light with (1) switch and (1) GFCI receptacle on dedicated circuit. | $1,200 | [E1858823](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858823/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [32-46 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32--46-brooks-st/) | 390 ft W | Sign | Tube frame sign mounted flush against brick wall using mortar anchors and bolts. Sign will be non illuminated with flat printed text on the face. | $1,374 | [ALT1821470](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1821470/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [66 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-hobson-st/) | 620 ft SW | Plumbing | Replace bath fixtures in 2 baths on 2nd floor | $7,500 | [PL1858376](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1858376/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [39-47 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39--47-brooks-st/) | 500 ft W | Electrical | Add new 200A 240V three-phase overhead service entrance wiring & equipment | $9,000 | [E1857858](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857858/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [66 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-hobson-st/) | 620 ft SW | Alteration or repair | remodel existing bathroom on 1st floor | $22,600 | [SF1850713](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850713/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [66 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-hobson-st/) | 620 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remodel existing bathroom on 2nd floor | $28,250 | [SF1850694](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850694/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [62 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/62-hobson-st/) | 660 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 853247) ( Unit 1 ) | $5,000 | [SF1847795](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847795/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [62 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/62-hobson-st/) | 660 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 1273893581) ( Unit 2) | $14,000 | [SF1847760](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847760/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [59 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-hobson-st/) | 560 ft SW | Electrical | wiring for two mini splits and a wall heater | $3,050 | [E1819285](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1819285/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 20 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 2026 | [12 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-hobson-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID -884384, 884382) (Unit-1, Unit-2) | $9,000 | [SF1892899](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1892899/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [14 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-bothwell-rd/) | 0.22 mi S | Solar | PV System Install: 8.645 kW-DC; 7.600 kW-AC; 19 Modules; 1 Inverter; Roof-Mounted; NO Structural; NO ESS | $21,613 | [SF1886717](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886717/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [14 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-bothwell-rd/) | 0.22 mi S | Solar | PV System Install: 8.645 kW-DC; 7.600 kW-AC; 19 Modules; 1 Inverter; Roof-Mounted; NO Structural; NO ESS. | $21,613 | [E1888360](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1888360/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [27 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-bothwell-rd/) | 0.19 mi S | Plumbing | install new fixtures | $80,000 | [PL1895505](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1895505/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [14 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-bothwell-rd/) | 0.22 mi S | Electrical | 200A Service Upgrade + Ev charger | $5,000 | [ELV1894535](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1894535/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [2 Newcastle Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-newcastle-rd/) | 0.20 mi S | Alteration or repair | Mass Save INsulation | $6,159 | [SF1881483](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881483/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [14 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-bothwell-rd/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | front stair case drive way stairs case veneer | $25,380 | [SF1879412](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879412/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [36 Newton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-newton-st/) | 0.19 mi W | Alteration or repair | Replacing stair treads, risers, rails, decking on a small front porch. No structural work. | $3,000 | [SF1881710](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881710/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [14 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-bothwell-rd/) | 0.22 mi S | Roofing | Roof work. Replacing existing roofing materials and installing new shingles, underlayment, flashing, and associated roofing components. | $15,000 | [SF1874228](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874228/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [116 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/116-brooks-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Roofing | Remove and replace 18 squares of asphalt shingles with new CertainTeed Landmark shingles, underlayment, ice & water shield, drip edge, flashing, and ridge vent. Replace 4 squares of EPDM roof, 45 LF of PVC fascia, and repair damaged roof sheathing as needed. | $23,123 | [SF1874439](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874439/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [27 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-bothwell-rd/) | 0.19 mi S | New building | New construction of a wood framed 2-1/2 story over basement, 2-family structure;e[Plans] Filed.(SF1857628-Removal of existing structure on lot) | $867,075 | [ERT1745326](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1745326/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [11 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-hobson-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Plumbing | Adding a second bathroom and laundry to the 1st floor unit | $10,000 | [PL1869342](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1869342/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [124-126 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/124--126-brooks-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Electrical | Emergency feeder repair between meter and panel | $900 | [E1868183](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1868183/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [192 Faneuil St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/192-faneuil-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Install 6 double-hung windows | $4,850 | [SF1863304](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863304/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [11 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-hobson-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical | Rewire kitchen bathroom and laundry | $8,000 | [E1863528](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863528/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [11 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-hobson-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | Replace existing kitchen cabinets and countertops, add new bathroom and laundry. | $40,000 | [SF1859619](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859619/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [213-215 Parsons St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/213--215-parsons-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Alteration or repair | Repair existing deck - replace any rotten wood in the framing, replace composite floor, install Azek railings | $10,000 | [SF1861261](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861261/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [245-249a Faneuil St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/245--249a-faneuil-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Plumbing | Oliveira Deli Market - Indirect prep. prep sink | $1,000 | [PL1860343](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1860343/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [27 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-bothwell-rd/) | 0.19 mi S | Demolition | Take Down of two family wood frame structureDig Safe#2026203414 | $24,500 | [SF1857628](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857628/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [27 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-bothwell-rd/) | 0.19 mi S | Electrical | Installation of temporary electrical service for construction of new dwelling | $3,500 | [ETS1845079](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1845079/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

There are no zoning requests on file within ¼ mi. Boston's feed was last read Oct 18.

## More on this street

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

- [18-20 Ranelegh Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--20-ranelegh-rd/): newest permit Jan 10, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-18 06:19 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 18, 05:17 UTC.

Map, all 6 permits at this address and 54 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-ranelegh-rd/