# Building permits at 18-20 Rushmore St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $2.8M project at 20 Chestnut Hill Av, permitted Sep 14.

Four permits on record here. The newest, Sep 4: Kitchen, bathrooms and laundry renovation. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 54 more permits (53 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 2026 | Electrical | Kitchen, bathrooms and laundry renovation. HVAC system with disconnect and hardwired smokes detectors. Service upgrade | $18,000 | [E1872558](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1872558/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | Plumbing | Half bath and kitchen remodeling 1st floor Full bath 2nd floor Half bath and laundry 3rd floor | $10,600 | [PL1871042](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1871042/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | Alteration or repair | interior renovation | $47,800 | [SF1867550](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867550/) |
| May 19, 2016 | Other | Rebuild 2 chimneys roof line up with new brick, mortar and lead flashing. Install stainless steel liner for front chimney heating flue with all components and cap. Install stainless steel liner for back chimney heating flue with all components and cap | $5,960 | [SF585327](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF585327/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 1 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2, 2026 | [97 Academy Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/97-academy-hill-rd/) | 220 ft E | Alteration or repair | Remove all existing siding from entire house. Install all new vinyl siding on entire house exterior. Remove existing front entrance canopy. Rebuild build front entrance canopy to match existing size. | $100,000 | [SF1834221](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1834221/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 32 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [65 Rogers Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-rogers-park-av/) | 790 ft W | Plumbing | Remove existing Boiler and replace with new Boiler | $2,500 | [PL1906484](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1906484/) |
| Oct 8, 2026 | [65 Rogers Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-rogers-park-av/) | 790 ft W | Plumbing | Remove existing Boiler and replace with new Boiler | $5,000 | [G1906483](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1906483/) |
| Oct 8, 2026 | [29 William Jackson Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-william-jackson-av/) | 420 ft SE | Plumbing | replacement of boiler | $10,000 | [PL1906266](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1906266/) |
| Oct 8, 2026 | [29 William Jackson Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-william-jackson-av/) | 420 ft SE | Plumbing | replacement of 105k btu gas boiler | $10,000 | [G1906263](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1906263/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [114 Foster St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/114-foster-st/) | 640 ft NW | Plumbing | Remove and replace a gas forced hot water boiler with a Fan In A Can for intake air. | $2,100 | [G1905338](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1905338/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [114 Foster St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/114-foster-st/) | 640 ft NW | Plumbing | Remove and replace a gas boiler. | $16,000 | [PL1905341](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1905341/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [29 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-chestnut-hill-av/) | 790 ft NE | Electrical | Electrical Work for remodel New ceiling lights | $20,000 | [E1891071](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1891071/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [54 Dighton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54-dighton-st/) | 600 ft N | Electrical | Installation of new GFCI protected outlets with new circuits from existing panels for water bottle filler stations. | $8,000 | [E1891002](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1891002/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [5-7 Argus Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5--7-argus-pl/) | 930 ft N | Alteration or repair | install 6 harvey replacement windows and 6 awnings Energy star, inserts only with no structural work | $12,475 | [SF1888352](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1888352/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [102-104 Academy Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/102--104-academy-hill-rd/) | 330 ft E | Electrical | - service upgrade to 400 amp - add a public meter | $8,500 | [E1888915](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1888915/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [55 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-chestnut-hill-av/) | 630 ft E | Alteration or repair | Remove tile mansard replace in kind | $12,000 | [SF1886883](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886883/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [18-20 Dighton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--20-dighton-st/) | 970 ft N | Fire systems | Install local smoke and CO detectors throughout unit 1 and common areas. | $3,000 | [EFA1887575](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1887575/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [18-20 Dighton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--20-dighton-st/) | 970 ft N | Electrical | New 200AMP service for 2 family property. Unit 1 kitchen and bathroom renovation. New laundry with electric dryer. New HVAC system. New plugs and lights throughout the unit. New lighting for common areas. | $30,000 | [E1887432](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1887432/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [5-7 Argus Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5--7-argus-pl/) | 930 ft N | Alteration or repair | install 19 harvey replacement windows. Energy star, inserts only with no structural work | $17,935 | [SF1885737](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1885737/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [54 Dighton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54-dighton-st/) | 600 ft N | Plumbing | Winship Elementary, 54 Dighton Street, drinking fountain replacement: 2 in the basement, 1 on the 1st floor, 1 on the 2nd floor and two on the 3rd floor. | $12,000 | [PL1879235](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1879235/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [18-20 Dighton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--20-dighton-st/) | 970 ft N | Plumbing | stove reconnect 1st floor | $400 | [G1879473](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1879473/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [18-20 Dighton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--20-dighton-st/) | 970 ft N | Alteration or repair | Remodel existing kitchen and bathroom in first floor unit. Replace kitchen cabinets, counters and appliances. Replace tile and fixtures in bathroom. | $70,000 | [SF1879334](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879334/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [18-20 Dighton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--20-dighton-st/) | 970 ft N | Plumbing | 1st floor bath Reno, kitchen Reno, laundry Reno, stove reconnect | $7,200 | [PL1879472](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1879472/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [1 Westminster Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-westminster-te/) | 760 ft E | Plumbing | Adding bathroom and kitchen sink in basement | $10,000 | [PL1873477](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1873477/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [3 Westminster Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3-westminster-te/) | 780 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Air sealing insulation Attic blow in cellulose to achieve R-49 Blow in dense pack cellulose inside walls Roof removal and replacement Replace 21 windows Earthwise Double Hung U-Value 0.18 - Certified Energy Star 7.0 | $37,501 | [SF1874677](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874677/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [28-30 Wiltshire Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28--30-wiltshire-rd/) | 830 ft S | Electrical | Wiring for two kitchens and one bathroom renovation and second floor sub panel | $9,000 | [E1875124](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875124/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [29 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-chestnut-hill-av/) | 790 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Removal of Existing Drop Ceiling in Cafeteria / Study Hall Area. Installation of New ACT Drop Ceiling and Drywall Soffits. Relocation of 3 Sprinkler heads, Electrical and HVAC coordinated with new grid layout. | $317,185 | [SF1873600](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873600/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [14-16 Lyne Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14--16-lyne-rd/) | 990 ft E | Alteration or repair | Remove existing knee wall and steps, replace with new. Wall to not exceed 39inches in height | $56,000 | [SF1873399](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873399/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [28-30 Wiltshire Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28--30-wiltshire-rd/) | 830 ft S | Plumbing | Renovation 2nd fl kitchen stove. | $500 | [G1867738](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1867738/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [1 Westminster Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-westminster-te/) | 760 ft E | Electrical | Provide wiring for new finish basement which includes; (1) powder room, (1) shower room, (1) wet bar and general living space. Provide wiring for new boiler system. Provide wiring for (1) LV2 EV charger. | $8,500 | [E1870281](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870281/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [52 Academy Hill Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-academy-hill-rd/) | 830 ft NE | Plumbing | Replacement of water heater | $2,000 | [PL1868221](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1868221/) |
| Jul 3, 2026 | [28-30 Wiltshire Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28--30-wiltshire-rd/) | 830 ft S | Plumbing | Renovation, 1st fl kitchen and 1 full bath. 2Nd fl kitchen and 1 full bath. | $5,000 | [PL1867734](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1867734/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [1 Westminster Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-westminster-te/) | 760 ft E | Alteration or repair | Basement renovation to be completed on 2 Westminster TE property. Remodeling existing basement and existing full bath and half bath in basement. Renovated basement to include playroom and hobby room. | $199,930 | [ALT1811321](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1811321/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [28-30 Wiltshire Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28--30-wiltshire-rd/) | 830 ft S | Alteration or repair | Remodel 2 kitchen and 2 bathroom Install privacy fence to left side of house. Remodel front entrance | $141,800 | [SF1843346](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843346/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [14 Wiltshire Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-wiltshire-rd/) | 950 ft S | Alteration or repair | Install Siding on Dorners, Rebuild Chimney from Roofline | $15,459 | [SF1842747](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1842747/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [75 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-chestnut-hill-av/) | 650 ft SE | Roofing | Pending ALT1837307-Occupancy.strip and reroof | $7,000 | [SF1836532](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1836532/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [75 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-chestnut-hill-av/) | 650 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy of 3 family; | Not listed | [ALT1837307](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1837307/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 21 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [30 Glenmont Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-glenmont-rd/) | 0.19 mi W | Alteration or repair | Attic, basement sills, and wall insulation | $15,908 | [SF1903799](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1903799/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [377-385 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/377--385-washington-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Front Facade: Masonry and Storefront Repairs, impacted by a vehicular impact. | $8,000 | [SF1903275](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1903275/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [20 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-chestnut-hill-av/) | 0.20 mi NE | Fire systems | installation of new addressable fire alarm control panel, existing fire alarm devices will remain. New fire alarm devices will be addressable | $37,000 | [EFA1902048](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1902048/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [20 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-chestnut-hill-av/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | new electrical upgrade including new primary, secondary equipment along with selective branch wiring for HVAC equipment | $175,000 | [E1902042](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1902042/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [20 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-chestnut-hill-av/) | 0.20 mi NE | Roofing | Veronica Smith Replacement of HVAC system, new roof and building repairs and is further detailed in the plans and specifications available electronically | $2,819,110 | [SF1896175](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896175/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [2-4 Wiltshire Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2--4-wiltshire-rd/) | 0.20 mi SE | Plumbing | Replace the stove valve and reconnect the stove | $900 | [G1899759](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1899759/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [32 Colwell Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-colwell-av/) | 0.24 mi S | Plumbing | Install 3 kitchens, 6 bathrooms in 3 laundries. | $45,000 | [PL1894725](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1894725/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [32 Colwell Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-colwell-av/) | 0.24 mi S | Plumbing | Install 3 gas stoves, 2 fireplaces in 3 gas, hot water tanks. | $6,725 | [G1894729](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1894729/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [35 Colwell Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-colwell-av/) | 0.22 mi S | Roofing | Removing existing roof, installing new icy water barrier and new asphalt roof 30 Squares | $22,500 | [SF1889539](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889539/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [45 Shepard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-shepard-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Fire systems | Install a new UL central station fire alarm system | $5,000 | [EFA1883049](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1883049/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [30 Rogers Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-rogers-park-av/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Parks department event requiring generator | $500 | [ETS1879175](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1879175/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [71 Foster St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-foster-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Roofing | strip and reroof | $21,000 | [SF1878997](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1878997/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [60 Foster St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-foster-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Plumbing | Basement - remove existing gas water heater, cap line first fl- install new navian gas water heater | $6,500 | [G1860392](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1860392/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [60 Foster St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-foster-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Plumbing | first fl-new full bath, remodel existing bath, remodel kitchen, tankless water heater basement - eliminate existing water heater | $15,600 | [PL1860383](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1860383/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [433 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/433-washington-st/) | 0.25 mi N | Electrical | Swapping out meter socket. Work Order No. 27074042 | $1,500 | [E1858689](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858689/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [10-12 Lyne Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10--12-lyne-rd/) | 0.19 mi E | Alteration or repair | Replace vynl siding of the entire exterior home. | $15,000 | [SF1853819](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853819/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [32 Colwell Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-colwell-av/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | replace load bearing beams first and second floor. Add new beam and footings in basement to carry loads. Temporary supporting walls first and second floor during beam replacement.This permit is for what is stated in the job description not window wells or entrance door as shown on the drawings or an | $62,680 | [ALT1837823](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1837823/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [60 Foster St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-foster-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Electrical | Rewire the aparment unit #1 and upgrade the service from 100 to 200a | $15,000 | [E1849572](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1849572/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [130 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/130-chestnut-hill-av/) | 0.21 mi SE | Sign | Installation of one double-sided monument sign for 2Life Communities. Approved by BPDA. | $14,315 | [ALT1845841](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1845841/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [60 Foster St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-foster-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation of existing apartment. Work includes kitchen & bathroom renovation, construction of 1 new bathroom within existing footprint, installation of ductless mini-split, interior painting, & associated plumbing & electrical work. Non-structural; no changes to building envelope. | $85,000 | [SF1842989](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1842989/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [99-101 Union St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/99--101-union-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | New AC circuit, breaker, gfi outlet | $1,000 | [E1741236](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1741236/) |

## 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 |  | 15 Priscilla Rd | 0.20 mi SE | To change occupancy from three dwelling units to four dwelling units by way of interior renovations… | [BOA1906667](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-10-02 |
| Requested |  | 111 Foster Te | 570 ft NW | Zoning appeal: "Letter from Architect included asking for nominal Fee in order to present the project…" | [BOA1888905](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-08-17 |
| Approved | Jun 2, 2026 | 1 Westminster Te | 760 ft E | Zoning appeal: "Basement renovation to be completed on 2 Westminster TE property" | [BOA1824653](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-03-03 |

## More on this street

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

- [19 Rushmore St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-rushmore-st/): newest permit Mar 2, 2026
- [21 Rushmore St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-rushmore-st/): newest permit Nov 27, 2024
- [11-13 Rushmore St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11--13-rushmore-st/): newest permit Jul 17, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-12 05:51 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 11, 23:47 UTC.

Map, all 4 permits at this address and 54 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--20-rushmore-st/