# Building permits at 1734 Commonwealth Av, Boston, MA

Five permits on record here. The newest, Apr 9: UNIT #4 - Replace fixtures and install laundry. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 56 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 9, 2026 | Plumbing | UNIT #4 - Replace fixtures and install laundry | $5,000 | [PL1837450](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1837450/) |
| Mar 23, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Remodel kitchen paint unit sand floors | $28,000 | [SF1830390](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1830390/) |
| Dec 4, 2017 | Plumbing | replace dryer | $500 | [G783033](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G783033/) |
| Feb 9, 2010 | Plumbing | Install sink and dishwasher | $1,000 | [PL14258](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL14258/) |
| Feb 9, 2010 | Plumbing | Install stove | $500 | [G14255](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G14255/) |

## 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), 3 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2026 | [1718 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1718-commonwealth-av/) | 240 ft E | Plumbing | Bathroom renovation Toilet Vanity Bathtub | $3,500 | [PL1890051](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1890051/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [1718 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1718-commonwealth-av/) | 240 ft E | Alteration or repair | Partial renovation of existing bathroom. No layout of the existing plumbing or structural framing will be made. | $15,000 | [SF1886532](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886532/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [110 Lanark Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/110-lanark-rd/) | 250 ft S | Alteration or repair | Creation will conduct fire escape repairs on the balconies located at the back of building. The repairs will consist of replacement of all square head bolts to new steel bolts, replacement of cement on brackets, scape and paint, filing and archiving a fire escape affidavit w/ ISD of Boston. | $4,342 | [SF1881841](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881841/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 35 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [48 Wallingford Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-wallingford-rd/) | 980 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Resurface driveway | $10,000 | [SF1903944](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1903944/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [123 Nottinghill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/123-nottinghill-rd/) | 990 ft N | Roofing | Remove and replace a portion of the shingle roof8 SQ | $12,450 | [SF1904075](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904075/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [52 Lanark Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-lanark-rd/) | 760 ft SE | Fence, wall or deck | Fully remove and replace the brick staircase and brick retaining wall. Replacing both with 8" CMU fully grouted with vertical and horizontal steel reinforcement. Install new footings for both staircase and retaining wall. Repair wooden walkway and install wooden hand rail on both sides of walkway. c | $30,684 | [SF1859008](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859008/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [15-19 Colliston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--19-colliston-rd/) | 980 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 3 decks/balcony's to same dimensions. | $13,275 | [SF1889057](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889057/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [111 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/111-sutherland-rd/) | 540 ft S | Roofing | Scrape and remove one layer of asphalt shingle and install about 30 to 35 square of the GAF asphalt shingle matching existing color | $29,970 | [SF1872157](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1872157/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [111 Kilsyth Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/111-kilsyth-rd/) | 710 ft E | Alteration or repair | Cut & point the top floor. All mortar will be kept kind, match the existing. Replace top floor headers. | $99,160 | [SF1877640](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877640/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [115-117 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/115--117-sutherland-rd/) | 500 ft SE | Other | Removal of wet maiterial from water damage to the ceiling, walls & floor | $100,000 | [SF1882450](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882450/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [1757 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1757-commonwealth-av/) | 400 ft W | Alteration or repair | Full demolition of existing rear deck. Remove 2 existing footings; install 2 new footings, 12" dia x 48" deep per code. Reconstruct exact-replica deck (8'8"W x 9'7"D x 10'5.5" off ground), same framing specs as existing structure. | $15,300 | [SF1868602](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868602/) |
| Aug 15, 2026 | [1682 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1682-commonwealth-av/) | 890 ft E | Plumbing | Replacing gas dryers in common area laundry room. | $400 | [G1888023](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1888023/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [15-19 Colliston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--19-colliston-rd/) | 980 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation: replace kitchen cabinets, install ceramic tile in kitchen and bathroom, repair sheetrock/plaster, paint entire unit, remove debris. Includes permit and final inspection. Plumbing and electrical by others. | $4,150 | [SF1868294](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868294/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [80 Nottinghill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80-nottinghill-rd/) | 820 ft N | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Insulation & Air Sealing for 3 units. No Structural Changes. | $13,036 | [SF1856787](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856787/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [84-86 Nottinghill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84--86-nottinghill-rd/) | 860 ft N | Electrical | Upgrade electrical service to 400A | $10,000 | [E1867979](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1867979/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [30 Wallingford Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-wallingford-rd/) | 970 ft W | Plumbing | Backflow Replacement | $1,500 | [PL1870072](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1870072/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [15-19 Colliston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--19-colliston-rd/) | 980 ft SE | Electrical | kitchen renovation, adding receptacles throughout apartment, replacing light fixtures throughout apartment | $10,000 | [E1869512](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1869512/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [15 Colborne Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-colborne-rd/) | 900 ft NE | Electrical | Unit 3 bathroom rewire | $2,000 | [E1865419](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1865419/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [75 Nottinghill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-nottinghill-rd/) | 490 ft N | Electrical | Job Electrical work : Service upgrade from 200A to 600A for a 16-unit residential building. Install new 600A service equipment, replace feeders, and replace electrical panels for all 16 apartments. | $58,000 | [E1862092](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862092/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [15 Colborne Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-colborne-rd/) | 900 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Bathroom renovation. Replace Bathtub, vanity, tile floor, plaster walls, painting. | $25,800 | [SF1853093](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853093/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [15 Colborne Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-colborne-rd/) | 900 ft NE | Plumbing | bathroom | $3,000 | [PL1864769](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1864769/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [10 Selkirk Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-selkirk-rd/) | 750 ft S | Roofing | Replace entire asphalt shingle roof Replace all flashing as needed it Remove the existing hand rail and install back after the roof is finished | $18,000 | [SF1850501](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850501/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [38-40 Colborne Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38--40-colborne-rd/) | 960 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy of existing 2 family; | Not listed | [ALT1860249](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1860249/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [30 Wallingford Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-wallingford-rd/) | 970 ft W | Alteration or repair | Enclose new laundry chute. Metal studs and sheetrock | $53,300 | [SF1860216](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860216/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [1757 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1757-commonwealth-av/) | 400 ft W | Alteration or repair | Replace 16 existing windows with Pella Impervia fiberglass double-hung 1-over-1 units. Replace one existing sliding door and one existing basement door. No structural changes to existing openings. Same size, same location. Exterior renovation only. | $40,955 | [SF1856641](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856641/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [57 Leamington Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57-leamington-rd/) | 660 ft NW | Plumbing | re-plumb 2 bathrooms on 1st and 2nd floor. 2 toilets, 2 vanities, 2 tub/shower | $7,000 | [PL1861830](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1861830/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [57 Leamington Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57-leamington-rd/) | 660 ft NW | Electrical | rewire 2 bathrooms due to fire Demo all wiring in basement apt so it can not be renovated back to apt repair some code violations | $15,000 | [E1855302](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1855302/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [38-40 Colborne Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38--40-colborne-rd/) | 960 ft NE | Roofing | water intrusion currently, remove and install new shingles check and replace damaged wood install ice and water shield install drip edge | $16,200 | [SF1860010](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860010/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [15 Colborne Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-colborne-rd/) | 900 ft NE | Alteration or repair | ;15 Colborne Rd is an existing 20 unit residential building.; | Not listed | [ALT1854974](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1854974/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [1800 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1800-commonwealth-av/) | 740 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Repair water damaged drywall ceiling and wall from water leak from above unit | $750 | [SF1856846](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856846/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [50-52 Euston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50--52-euston-rd/) | 860 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Blown cellulose in walls. Additional weatherization including air sealing, door weather strips, and basement ceiling insulation. | $13,899 | [SF1856345](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856345/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [123 Kilsyth Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/123-kilsyth-rd/) | 550 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Replace Three story Porch. | $31,000 | [ALT1757539](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1757539/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [30 Kinross Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-kinross-rd/) | 320 ft S | Electrical | Check all wiring by electrical code and add more recessed lights | $2,000 | [E1858113](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858113/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [30 Wallingford Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-wallingford-rd/) | 970 ft W | Alteration or repair | Remove the existing Trash Chute and Install a new Trash Chute per NFPA 82. | $143,144 | [SF1844141](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844141/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [90 Kilsyth Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/90-kilsyth-rd/) | 910 ft SE | Alteration or repair | EPDM roof maintenance/repair to existing roof system. Replace flashing at penetrations, repair seams and joints, install cover strips, apply sealants, replace pourable sealer pockets, and associated waterproofing repairs. Remove debris. No structural work. | $13,100 | [SF1851873](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851873/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [100 Kilsyth Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100-kilsyth-rd/) | 820 ft SE | Solar | Rooftop solar installation consisting of 59 photovoltaic (PV) modules, with a total installed capacity of 31.27 kW DC/19.0 kW AC. The system is configured for grid-tied operation and does NOT include ESS or battery backup. Electrical Permit #E1830454 | $117,600 | [ALT1838385](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1838385/) |
| May 23, 2026 | [69-75 Strathmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69--75-strathmore-rd/) | 930 ft S | Plumbing | Replacement of gas range at 72 Strathmore, unit #8 | $200 | [G1852482](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1852482/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [101-103 Nottinghill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/101--103-nottinghill-rd/) | 860 ft N | Alteration or repair | Convert existing unfinished attic into habitable space, as shown in the attached drawings. Scope includes new bathroom, windows, insulation, and updates to existing stair from the second floor. The attic will remain part of the same unit as the second floor. | $80,000 | [ALT1738715](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1738715/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 18 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 14, 2026 | [27 Ransom Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-ransom-rd/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Weatherization, insulation, air sealing | $15,435 | [SF1900197](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900197/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [1662 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1662-commonwealth-av/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Removing and replacing 6 windows, replacing like with like, no structural changes. | $9,894 | [SF1891754](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891754/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [1853 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1853-commonwealth-av/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Replace HVAC control wires | $1,000 | [E1895550](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1895550/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [50 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-sutherland-rd/) | 0.23 mi S | Plumbing | Renovating - 5 kitchen sinks, 7 roof drains, 7 shower stalls and 7 toilets patients room unit turns. | $44,604 | [PL1891554](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1891554/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [50 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-sutherland-rd/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | This project scope includes renovations to seven (7) resident apartment units at Benchmark Senior Living - Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle. Each unit including new paint, flooring, cabinets, countertops, showers, sinks, faucets, toilets, bath vanities, and vanity light fixtures. | $338,038 | [SF1873648](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873648/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [50 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-sutherland-rd/) | 0.23 mi S | Plumbing | Direct replace 1 RTU | $6,000 | [G1880993](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1880993/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [15-17 Nottinghill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-nottinghill-rd/) | 0.21 mi N | Alteration or repair | Creation of an internal Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) within the existing basement footprint of an owner-occupied two-family dwelling, per the City of Boston ADU Program. | $269,000 | [ALT1833381](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1833381/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [16 Colliston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-colliston-rd/) | 0.21 mi SE | Alteration or repair | install 17 harvey replacement windows. Energy star, inserts only with no structural work | $12,996 | [SF1873077](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873077/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [77 Englewood Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/77-englewood-av/) | 0.21 mi S | Roofing | Emergency repairs to stabilize historic masonry chimneys with loose and falling bricks creating an immediate safety hazard. Work is limited to preservation and in-kind repairs only; no structural changes are proposed. Repairs will prevent further deterioration, water intrusion, and falling debris. | $5,750 | [SF1865037](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1865037/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [50 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-sutherland-rd/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical | Furnish and install new primary conduits to the property line. Install the owner-supplied temporary generator to the current switchgear main. Furnish & install power changeover from normal power to generator power. Furnish and install power changeover from generator power back to normal power. | $38,000 | [E1870407](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870407/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [50 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-sutherland-rd/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical | 10 unit turnover, which includes ONLY swapping out old devices/fixtures to new devices/fixtures. | $4,000 | [E1857852](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857852/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [76 Euston Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76-euston-rd/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | Emergency service repair. Riser was ripped off building. Going to replace the broken rigid pipe and run new XHHW conductors to the meter box inside | $4,000 | [E1856327](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856327/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [71-75 Kilsyth Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71--75-kilsyth-rd/) | 0.24 mi E | Solar | Rooftop solar installation consisting of 59 photovoltaic (PV) modules, with a total installed capacity of 31.27 kW DC/19.0 kW AC. The system is configured for grid-tied operation and does NOT include ESS or battery backup. Electrical permit #E1830459 | $118,900 | [ALT1838446](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1838446/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [36 Cummings Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-cummings-rd/) | 0.21 mi E | Plumbing | Remove and replace existing bathroom fixtures including toilet, lavatory sink, tub/shower trim and related fixture connections as part of bathroom remodel. No alterations to existing drainage, venting or water piping layout. | $2,000 | [PL1846303](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1846303/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [110 Strathmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/110-strathmore-rd/) | 0.20 mi SW | Electrical | disconnect old condensers and re connect new ones | $600 | [E1847743](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847743/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [110 Strathmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/110-strathmore-rd/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | Unit #ph2. Replace 2 furnace. | $5,000 | [G1847558](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1847558/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [24-32 Sidlaw Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24--32-sidlaw-rd/) | 0.21 mi W | Plumbing | Replacement of a range | $200 | [G1846393](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1846393/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [50 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-sutherland-rd/) | 0.23 mi S | Plumbing | Renovating - 4 kitchen sink, 10 Lavatories, 10 shower stalls, 10 toilets. | $147,000 | [PL1845873](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1845873/) |

## 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 |  | 111 Kilsyth Rd | 710 ft E | Zoning appeal: ""Changing the existing present occupancy in the building from 10 units to 13 units…" | [BOA1901447](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-09-15 |
| Requested |  | 24 Leamington Rd | 470 ft NW | To change occupancy from a 1-family to a 2-family dwelling | [BOA1900877](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-09-14 |
| Approved | Jul 14, 2026 | 17r Melton Rd | 0.22 mi N | Zoning appeal: "rebuilding a garage" | [BOA1833442](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-03-26 |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Commonwealth Av with permits, nearest house number first:

- [1731 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1731-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Feb 25, 2026
- [1718 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1718-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Aug 20, 2026
- [1757 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1757-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Aug 20, 2026
- [1705-1711 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1705--1711-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Jan 22, 2026
- [1682 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1682-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Aug 15, 2026
- [1800 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1800-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Jun 8, 2026
- [1666 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1666-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Apr 18, 2025
- [1662 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1662-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Sep 2, 2026
- [1634 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1634-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Sep 29, 2026
- [1625 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1625-commonwealth-av/): newest permit Nov 26, 2024

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-09 08:30 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 9, 06:47 UTC.

Map, all 5 permits at this address and 56 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1734-commonwealth-av/