# Building permits at 20-26 Museum Rd, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $13M alteration or repair at 380 Ruggles St, permitted May 21.

Two permits on record here. The newest, Nov 19, 2025: At&t cell site modification. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 52 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 19, 2025 | Other | At&t cell site modification | $199,207 | [SF1794316](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1794316/) |
| Sep 30, 2019 | Electrical | Install new hybrid cables for T Mobile cell site. | $7,000 | [E843166](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E843166/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

52 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [499 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/499-huntington-av/) | 240 ft SE | Electrical | Meter replacement for Eversource's AMI project | $1,500 | [E1904475](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904475/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 15 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10, 2026 | [550 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/550-huntington-av/) | 740 ft SE | Electrical | Install POS network for Dunkin Donuts | $8,000 | [ELV1896471](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1896471/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [550 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/550-huntington-av/) | 740 ft SE | Electrical | To provide temp power for the Wentworth Fall Concert on 9/11/2026 | $3,500 | [ETS1897862](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1897862/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [550 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/550-huntington-av/) | 740 ft SE | Electrical | install recepec, power and lighting as needed for Aero space lab | $30,000 | [E1879927](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879927/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [491 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/491-huntington-av/) | 280 ft SE | Electrical | Relocate 3 intercom entry stations | $10,000 | [E1882962](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882962/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [380 Ruggles St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/380-ruggles-st/) | 660 ft S | Electrical | Installation of 480V feeder underground, 112.5kVA transformer and 300A/208V MCB panel, to feed (3) subpanels within the triple wide trailer. 2 - 150A feeds and 1 - 100A feed. | $5,000 | [E1881472](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881472/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [550 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/550-huntington-av/) | 740 ft SE | Alteration or repair | An existing classroom in the Kingman Building of approximately 1,385 SF is to be renovated to accommodate a flight simulator. The scope of work includes new finishes, electrical, ceiling grid system, and lighting. | $74,740 | [SF1870846](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870846/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [465-479 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/465--479-huntington-av/) | 620 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Electrical infrastructure work at the MFA - Attic- Basement Levels - West wing. Work to include; electrical power and distribution, new electrical equipment and infill flooring. | $150,000 | [SF1870771](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870771/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [550 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/550-huntington-av/) | 740 ft SE | Plumbing | Renovation to existing plumbing for Wentworth's new Dunkin Donuts | $28,000 | [PL1867649](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1867649/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [550 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/550-huntington-av/) | 740 ft SE | Electrical | Wire for lights and power in new dunkin donuts | $37,000 | [E1865048](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1865048/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [380 Ruggles St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/380-ruggles-st/) | 660 ft S | Other | temporary 3 wide office Trailor for construction | $1,200 | [SF1865349](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1865349/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [550 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/550-huntington-av/) | 740 ft SE | Plumbing | Installation of 2 new roof drains, & replacement of 1 break room kitchen sink | $8,000 | [PL1862585](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1862585/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [550 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/550-huntington-av/) | 740 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation to small coffee kiosk in Beatty Hall to operate under a new name "Dunkins". Working includes updating finishes, millwork and equipment. No seating proposed, same as existing. Minor sprinkler head relocations for updated ceiling, no more than 9 heads. | $215,410 | [SF1862571](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862571/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [380 Ruggles St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/380-ruggles-st/) | 660 ft S | Alteration or repair | At Risk/Demo of underground bunker and Foundation for new 19-story residence hall with approximately 972 student beds, 3 community director apartments, dining hall, offices, amenity and event spaces, and building storage and support spaces.;eplan;Full Fee paid on the ERT. | $13,426,250 | [FND1851320](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/FND1851320/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [465-479 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/465--479-huntington-av/) | 620 ft NE | Plumbing | Install 2 temporary natural gas heaters for outdoor event tent for the duration of 1 night. | $1,000 | [G1847808](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1847808/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [465-479 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/465--479-huntington-av/) | 620 ft NE | Other | Erect 50x82 and 9x71 tents on 5/12/26, removal on 5/15/26. | $15,375 | [SF1847118](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847118/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 36 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 14, 2026 | [550 Parker St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/550-parker-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Plumbing | Relocate existing electric water heater | $3,000 | [PL1887115](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1887115/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [550 Parker St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/550-parker-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Plumbing | Gas piping for replacement steam boiler | $5,000 | [G1887037](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1887037/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [95-99 Ward St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95--99-ward-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Fire systems | amendment to ALT1850711- Scope is to add some Fire Alarm work needed for the sprinkler system extension approved under the ALT. The FA scope was missing under the ALT | $46,909 | [A1877477](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1877477/) |
| Aug 2, 2026 | [125 Park Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/125-park-dr/) | 0.24 mi N | Plumbing | replacement of a range | $200 | [G1878590](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1878590/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [621 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/621-huntington-av/) | 0.24 mi SW | Plumbing | In educational facility removal of existing and installation of new water piping and water piping system. | $78,500 | [PL1879344](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1879344/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [409 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/409-huntington-av/) | 0.23 mi E | Other | Verizon will replace antennas, equipment and enclosures per 5/17/2024 CDs by Dewberry Engineers Inc. This work was granted Building Permit ALT1441460 on 5/23/2023 and SF1689496 on 3/17/2025 but the work was not begun due to supply chain issues. | $362,300 | [SF1855212](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1855212/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [621 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/621-huntington-av/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Add (13) receptacles and (2) floor boxes thru rooms 101, 102, and 103 install (6) customer supplied lighting in room 102. install (10) data ports thru rooms 101, 102, and 103 | $39,000 | [E1871183](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1871183/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [621 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/621-huntington-av/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | MEC E201- East Print Making Shop Receptacles | $12,918 | [E1870942](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870942/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [621 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/621-huntington-av/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | 1. Kennedy Building Penthouse Panel & HVAC Power 2.Kennedy Building 5th Floor Mini-splits | $71,000 | [E1870940](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870940/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [621 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/621-huntington-av/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | South Classroom 101 thru 103 Mini Splits. Location 1st Floor. | $50,957 | [E1870930](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870930/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [440 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/440-huntington-av/) | 0.19 mi E | Fire systems | Install 3 detection Devices WEST VILLAGE H | $2,500 | [EFA1870280](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1870280/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [440 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/440-huntington-av/) | 0.19 mi E | Electrical | Wire Replacement Fire Alarm Controller. Install wiring for a 60 HP motor | $18,000 | [E1870277](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870277/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [40a Leon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40a-leon-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Plumbing | Replacing sinks and faucets at Northeastern Univ as part of dorm upgrades. Removing old sinks and replacing with new. Exiting rough plumbing is remaining. | $150,000 | [PL1860763](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1860763/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [621 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/621-huntington-av/) | 0.24 mi SW | Fire systems | Replacement of Building Fire Alarm System With New Fire Alarm System | $150,000 | [EFA1864784](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1864784/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [621 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/621-huntington-av/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Replacement of Building Fire Alarm System With New Fire Alarm System | $150,000 | [E1864778](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864778/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [420 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/420-huntington-av/) | 0.24 mi E | Plumbing | rework of drainage piping | $15,000 | [PL1858995](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1858995/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [440 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/440-huntington-av/) | 0.19 mi E | Alteration or repair | The scope of work includes selective demo, fire protection, fire alarm, and electrical to accommodate the installation of a new fire pump controller. | $95,040 | [ALT1851732](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1851732/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [95-99 Ward St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95--99-ward-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Electrical | Partial Renovations Of Office &; Gym Areas | $37,000 | [E1858027](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858027/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [621 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/621-huntington-av/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Replace existing exterior lighting. Add additional as requested. | $49,000 | [E1858404](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858404/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [40a Leon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40a-leon-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Electrical | Install 574 network cables for the HVAC system for floors: 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7. | $196,846 | [ELV1857348](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1857348/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [95-99 Ward St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95--99-ward-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Fire systems | Partial Renovation Including New Initiating Devices | $7,000 | [EFA1858031](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1858031/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [95-99 Ward St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95--99-ward-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Phase 2 Tansey Gymnasium Renovation. Scope is to replace RTUs, new structural framing for RTU support, Install new louvers on the side of the building, install a small roof overhang over the exterior stairwell, and extend sprinkler coverage to the remainder of the building | $981,622 | [ALT1850711](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1850711/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [420 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/420-huntington-av/) | 0.24 mi E | Electrical | Install control wiring for new AHU 1 and 2 ACCU's | $35,000 | [ELV1851663](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1851663/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [95-99 Ward St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95--99-ward-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Tansey Gym Renovation Level 1: Update finishes in locker rooms, replace the bleachers, and update lighting in the gym. level 2: Update finishes and fixtures in offices Level 3: Demo office rooms and updated fixtures/finishes. Remove duct work, additional work under ALT1850711 | $328,835 | [SF1850727](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850727/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [69 Mcgreevey Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-mcgreevey-wy/) | 0.24 mi SW | Solar | install 204 solar panels on roof | $182,089 | [E1850155](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850155/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [114-126 Ward St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/114--126-ward-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Solar | install 90 solar panels on roof | $79,578 | [E1850075](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850075/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [41-51 Mcgreevey Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41--51-mcgreevey-wy/) | 0.25 mi S | Solar | install 71 solar modules | $62,778 | [E1850060](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850060/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [104-112 Ward St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/104--112-ward-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Solar | Install roof solar system, 80 x 445 watt modules, 1 x 25 kw inverter, 1 x 100A disconnect, all other dc/ac work. no energy storage in system | $70,736 | [E1850047](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850047/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [621 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/621-huntington-av/) | 0.24 mi SW | Fire systems | New monitor modules for tampers and fire pump controller | $18,000 | [EFA1849688](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1849688/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [621 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/621-huntington-av/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Installation of new fire pump controller, fire pump, new 100amp 480v panel | $18,000 | [E1849676](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1849676/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [420 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/420-huntington-av/) | 0.24 mi E | Fire systems | Add (2) duct smoke detectors to an existing fire alarm system @ 420 Huntington Ave | $4,200 | [EFA1847983](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1847983/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [420 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/420-huntington-av/) | 0.24 mi E | Electrical | Scope of work includes all electrical modifications required to support the replacement of an existing rooftop unit at 420 Huntington Avenue. Work includes disconnecting and removing existing electrical connections, providing new power. | $10,000 | [E1847971](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847971/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [40a Leon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40a-leon-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Electrical | Lighting retrofit of existing light fixtures. (Nu wvf - job #260160) | $200,000 | [E1846198](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1846198/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [40a Leon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40a-leon-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Electrical | NEU West Campus F Renovation. MISC Low Voltage HVAC Control Wiring KG 264144 | $320,950 | [ELV1841938](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1841938/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [621 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/621-huntington-av/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Reconfigure room lighting. Furnish/Install wall switch and ceiling mounted occupancy sensor. | $2,000 | [E1845052](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1845052/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [621 Huntington Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/621-huntington-av/) | 0.24 mi SW | Fire systems | We will replace the existing Edwards EST2 fire alarm panel at Mass College of Art, 621 Huntington Avenue with a new EST4 panel. The current panel is discontinued and parts are hard to obtain. Only the panel will be replaced; all existing compatible devices and communications will remain | $18,340 | [EFA1844070](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1844070/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

There are no zoning requests on file within ¼ mi. Boston's feed was last read Oct 13.

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-14 02:31 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 13, 21:17 UTC.

Map, both permits at this address and 52 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20--26-museum-rd/