# Building permits at 20 Rockmere St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $750,000 alteration or repair at 19 Midland St, permitted Jun 16.

Nine permits on record here. The newest, Mar 26, 2025: PV roof solar array consisting of 15 430W panels and 15 micro inverters. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 61 more permits (59 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 26, 2025 | Solar | PV roof solar array consisting of 15 430W panels and 15 micro inverters | $22,500 | [SF1692373](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1692373/) |
| Feb 27, 2025 | Solar | PV Roof solar array | $22,500 | [E1692422](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1692422/) |
| Mar 19, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Weatherization, insulation, and air sealing | $1,743 | [SF1578488](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1578488/) |
| Mar 5, 2024 | Plumbing | replacing water heater | $3,500 | [PL1573033](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1573033/) |
| Aug 11, 2023 | Plumbing | Renew bath kitchen and laundry | $7,500 | [PL1512918](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1512918/) |
| Aug 10, 2023 | Electrical | re wire kitchen re wire bathroom wire laundry inside a bathroom | $6,000 | [E1512314](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1512314/) |
| Jul 5, 2023 | Alteration or repair | ;2nd floor unit # 2Renovation of a kitchen and bathroom, relocation of a laundry room, replace one window in the kitchen, (Marvin Ultimate Double Hung) Update plumbing and electrical to code, insulation to code, blue board and plaster, trim work to match existing, new hardwood floor. Prime and paint | $67,898 | [SF1471179](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1471179/) |
| Feb 23, 2023 | Electrical | Service upgrade, 100 to 200 amps | $5,000 | [E1438978](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1438978/) |
| Jan 8, 2014 | Electrical | Install security system | $404 | [ELV308342](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV308342/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 9 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 3, 2026 | [22 Caspian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22-caspian-wy/) | 140 ft S | Alteration or repair | remove old and install new front porch, new footings, | $55,000 | [SF1902269](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902269/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [14-16 Castle Rock St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14--16-castle-rock-st/) | 200 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove existing gutters & downspouts; Repaur fascia as necessary; Install new Fascia Cover, Gutters & Downspouts | $9,000 | [SF1900801](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900801/) |
| Aug 15, 2026 | [26 Caspian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-caspian-wy/) | 95 ft S | Plumbing | Hook up kitchen sink, dishwasher and ice maker at first floor | $1,500 | [PL1887119](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1887119/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [26 Caspian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-caspian-wy/) | 95 ft S | Plumbing | First Floor Gas line for stove | $800 | [G1860359](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1860359/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [26 Caspian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-caspian-wy/) | 95 ft S | Plumbing | Plumbing for 1st Floor 1 Full Bathroom with lav, toilet and shower 1 Laundry hook up with electric dryer | $5,000 | [PL1860354](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1860354/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [14 Rockmere St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-rockmere-st/) | 70 ft W | Plumbing | installation of water heater | $150 | [PL1853677](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1853677/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [14 Rockmere St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-rockmere-st/) | 70 ft W | Plumbing | water heater installation | $1,500 | [G1853673](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1853673/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [26 Caspian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-caspian-wy/) | 95 ft S | Alteration or repair | Kitchen cabinet upgrade, bath remodel, kitchen floor replacement, rear door replacement. | $59,000 | [SF1846783](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846783/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [26 Caspian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-caspian-wy/) | 95 ft S | Electrical | Install recessed lights in kitchen, add countertop receptacles to new countertop location from existing countertop circuits (kitchen cabinet replacements). New bathroom. | $6,500 | [E1847540](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847540/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 38 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [42 Grampian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/42-grampian-wy/) | 360 ft N | Plumbing | Install 3 tankless water heaters | $10,000 | [PL1905204](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1905204/) |
| Oct 8, 2026 | [42 Grampian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/42-grampian-wy/) | 360 ft N | Plumbing | install 3 gas tankless water heaters | $10,000 | [G1905205](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1905205/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [10 Sydney St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-sydney-st/) | 990 ft W | Alteration or repair | Remove existing wall cap and siding on parapet wall.Repair any areas where wall wood has become ineffective.install new high temperature ice and water shield weather barrier.Install new aluminum cap to help prevent weather penetration.Install new james ahrdi siding.Daily cleanup.Stage where | $72,000 | [SF1862725](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862725/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [6-8 Southview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6--8-southview-st/) | 990 ft S | Roofing | strip and re-roof 28SQ | $15,000 | [SF1904763](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904763/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [26-28 Grampian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26--28-grampian-wy/) | 300 ft NW | Plumbing | New bath Kitchenette | $3,100 | [PL1905449](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1905449/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [18 Denny St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-denny-st/) | 770 ft S | Alteration or repair | Convert existing single family to two family with an addition on the second floor. | $159,000 | [ALT1894409](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1894409/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [68 Grampian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/68-grampian-wy/) | 570 ft NE | Plumbing | gas pipe three furnaces 3 naviens 3 cooktops | $8,000 | [G1903955](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1903955/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [26-28 Grampian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26--28-grampian-wy/) | 300 ft NW | Electrical | Provide electrical wiring, lighting, switches, GFCIs, and dedicated circuits for basement renovation and powder room per Massachusetts electrical code. | $5,000 | [E1903965](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903965/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [68 Grampian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/68-grampian-wy/) | 570 ft NE | Fire systems | Install a new UL.Cenrtal station fire alarm system | $5,000 | [EFA1900859](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1900859/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [42 Grampian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/42-grampian-wy/) | 360 ft N | Fence, wall or deck | Front and back deck boards and railings | $22,000 | [SF1900481](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900481/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [268 Savin Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/268-savin-hill-av/) | 840 ft E | Roofing | Strip and replace roof. | $18,355 | [SF1891256](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891256/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [358 Savin Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/358-savin-hill-av/) | 550 ft N | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Insulation | $16,000 | [SF1889545](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889545/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [1-3 Davitt St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1--3-davitt-st/) | 750 ft N | Plumbing | install gas lines for gas fireplace | $2,000 | [G1883797](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1883797/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [68 Grampian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/68-grampian-wy/) | 570 ft NE | Plumbing | new plumbing in a 3 family | $40,000 | [PL1894133](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1894133/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [68 Grampian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/68-grampian-wy/) | 570 ft NE | Electrical | Complete rewiring of 3 units and common areas | $35,000 | [E1881284](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881284/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [171-173 Savin Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/171--173-savin-hill-av/) | 550 ft S | Plumbing | replacement of a range | $200 | [G1885850](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1885850/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [306 Savin Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/306-savin-hill-av/) | 800 ft NE | Plumbing | dishwasher replacement for unit 8 | $250 | [PL1885986](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1885986/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [22-24 Grampian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22--24-grampian-wy/) | 310 ft NW | Electrical | Rewire of kitchen, Electrical Stove, Kitchen Lights | $6,500 | [E1882001](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882001/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [22-24 Grampian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22--24-grampian-wy/) | 310 ft NW | Plumbing | Gas Range | $1,500 | [G1878210](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1878210/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [22-24 Grampian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22--24-grampian-wy/) | 310 ft NW | Plumbing | Kitchen Remodel | $5,000 | [PL1878209](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1878209/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [22-24 Grampian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22--24-grampian-wy/) | 310 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Kitchen renovation - Work will include removal of existing cabinets and counter top, and replacing with new. | $33,871 | [SF1879151](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879151/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [26-28 Grampian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26--28-grampian-wy/) | 300 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Remove insulation, install waterproof barrier and new insulation in basement. Frame half bathroom in basement. Install cabinets and finish walls in basement. No structural work to be performed. Electrical and plumbing to be completed under separate permits. | $60,000 | [SF1873160](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873160/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [358 Savin Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/358-savin-hill-av/) | 550 ft N | Alteration or repair | Installing replacement windows and vinyl siding. Using same rough opening for windows, installation of vinyl siding and some minor trim replacement | $18,500 | [SF1870095](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870095/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [371 Savin Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/371-savin-hill-av/) | 710 ft N | Alteration or repair | Full replacement of deck flooring, railing, and reinforce framing where required for a 3 level deck | $35,000 | [SF1863112](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863112/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [160 Grampian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160-grampian-wy/) | 630 ft SE | Electrical | Wiring Bathroom Office/ living area Roof deck | $3,500 | [E1863740](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863740/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [367 Savin Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/367-savin-hill-av/) | 690 ft N | Plumbing | Bathroom renovation | $1,000 | [PL1867043](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1867043/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [50 Grampian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-grampian-wy/) | 410 ft NE | Plumbing | water piping for boiler replacement | $1,500 | [PL1864819](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1864819/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [50 Grampian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-grampian-wy/) | 410 ft NE | Plumbing | gas boiler replacement | $3,600 | [G1864817](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1864817/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [160 Grampian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160-grampian-wy/) | 630 ft SE | Plumbing | New bathroom in new home addition | $4,000 | [PL1863730](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1863730/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [8 Napier Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-napier-pk/) | 470 ft NW | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,204 | [PL1862852](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1862852/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [8 Napier Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-napier-pk/) | 470 ft NW | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $2,204 | [G1862849](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1862849/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [140 Savin Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/140-savin-hill-av/) | 480 ft W | Roofing | Strip and reroof | $24,000 | [SF1851234](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851234/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [12 Denny St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-denny-st/) | 720 ft S | Plumbing | bathroom remodel 1 sink 1 toilet, 1 shower 1 laundry | $5,000 | [PL1853512](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1853512/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [135 Savin Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/135-savin-hill-av/) | 620 ft W | Electrical | Wiring (3) condensers for heat pump system | $6,000 | [E1851767](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1851767/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [367 Savin Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/367-savin-hill-av/) | 690 ft N | Alteration or repair | Bathroom renovation. New shower, vanity, tile, finishes | $35,975 | [SF1843686](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843686/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [12 Denny St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-denny-st/) | 720 ft S | Alteration or repair | Bathroom remodel. Remove and replace existing tile. Demo non-structural wall to enlarge bathroom. Replace one window. | $9,950 | [SF1847626](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847626/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [12 Denny St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-denny-st/) | 720 ft S | Electrical | Bathroom renovation and install some recess lights, exhaust fans, vanity light and outlets | $2,500 | [E1846786](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1846786/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [20 Grampian Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-grampian-wy/) | 340 ft NW | Electrical | Remove old BX wiring in stair hall way. support all wiring in affected areas. add new wiring for stair lighting. add new wiirng and circuit for bath floor heat. install new dual function breakers affecting lighting circuits. | $5,000 | [E1840907](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1840907/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 14 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [15 Saxton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-saxton-st/) | 0.25 mi NW | Plumbing | Install combi boiler for Unit 1 only. | $6,800 | [PL1906767](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1906767/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [15 Saxton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-saxton-st/) | 0.25 mi NW | Plumbing | Install combi boiler for Unit 1 only. | $6,800 | [G1906764](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1906764/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [245 Savin Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/245-savin-hill-av/) | 0.19 mi E | Plumbing | Gas WH replacement | $2,500 | [PL1906320](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1906320/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [245 Savin Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/245-savin-hill-av/) | 0.19 mi E | Plumbing | Gas furnace and Gas WH replacement | $9,000 | [G1906318](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1906318/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [231 Savin Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/231-savin-hill-av/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Removal. of non-bearing interior partition wall and bathroom renovation, replacing existing shower with walk-in shower in same location; no structural changes or changes to use/egress. | $65,000 | [SF1905513](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1905513/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [19 Midland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-midland-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Alteration or repair | Amendment to ALT1690151 - Remove the remaining section of the existing deteriorated foundation. Rebuild the removed section of foundation in accordance with the new drawings (see engineer rpt and attached drawings) | $15,000 | [A1905353](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1905353/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [58 Sydney St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/58-sydney-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Adding bathroom to the attic; | $5,000 | [SF1895679](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895679/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [18 Fox Point Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-fox-point-rd/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID - 875927) | $12,000 | [SF1878202](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1878202/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [36 Tuttle St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-tuttle-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Furnish and install twenty-three (23) harvey building products white interior / black exterior laminate exterior classic vinyl replacement windows w/ low-e/argon, half screens. | $17,800 | [SF1880179](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880179/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [58 Sydney St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/58-sydney-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Plumbing | Bathroom remodel consisting of one lavatory, one water closet, one standing shower in each bathroom (first and second floor), Addition of washer and electric dryer (first and second floor), Kitchen remodel (first floor) | $8,000 | [PL1879467](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1879467/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [19 Midland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-midland-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Electrical | Install 100amp overhead temporary service. | $2,000 | [E1873273](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1873273/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [225 Savin Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/225-savin-hill-av/) | 0.21 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Remove and Replace Existing Cedar Shake Siding, Remove & Replace Existing Gutters in Specified Location | $37,977 | [SF1867691](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867691/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [19 Midland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-midland-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Alteration or repair | ;Confirm Occupancy of existing 1 Family home.; The owner seeks to erect a new third story and side addition as per the attached plans, and change occupancy from 1 to 3 residential units with 3 off street parking spaces. | $750,000 | [ALT1690151](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1690151/) |
| Jun 6, 2026 | [58 Sydney St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/58-sydney-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Renovate the kitchen on the first floor and the bathrooms on the first and second floor. | $25,000 | [SF1850513](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850513/) |

## 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 |  | 68 Grampian Wy | 570 ft NE | To extend the living area to the existing enclosed rear porches | [BOA1878924](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-07-28 |
| Approved | Apr 28, 2026 | 1 Bayside St | 670 ft S | Zoning appeal: "New 3-family dwelling" | [BOA1781953](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "AppProv" | 2025-09-23 |

Boston's decision codes, from its data dictionary (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/37d2e087-ce02-4090-bfdf-22de1ada3b23/resource/e11dcfa5-6f6f-4999-abc3-741f53c6731f/download/zba-data-dictionary.pdf): AppProv, "approved with conditions".

## More on this street

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

- [14 Rockmere St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-rockmere-st/): newest permit May 28, 2026
- [11 Rockmere St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-rockmere-st/): newest permit Jul 3, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-09 21:54 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, 19:47 UTC.

Map, all 9 permits at this address and 61 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-rockmere-st/