# Building permits at 21 Stella Rd, Boston, MA

Three permits on record here. The newest, Oct 2: Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 55 more permits (53 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.24 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 4.51 KW 11 panels NO BATTERY STORAGE | $35,400 | [SF1904146](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904146/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 4.51 KW 11 panels NO BATTERY STORAGE | $35,400 | [E1904151](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904151/) |
| Jun 19, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Gut & remodel 2nd floor full bathroom. | $14,600 | [SF255358](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF255358/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 2 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 2026 | [59 Harding Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-harding-rd/) | 140 ft N | Solar | 5.330 Kw dc & 4.940 kw ac grid tied photovoltaic system, no ESS | $16,896 | [SF1867122](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867122/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [59 Harding Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-harding-rd/) | 140 ft N | Solar | 5.330 Kw dc & 4.940 kw ac grid tied photovoltaic system, no ESS | $16,896 | [E1867140](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1867140/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 23 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2026 | [12 Hadwin Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-hadwin-wy/) | 370 ft SW | Plumbing | replacement of a gas dryer | $200 | [G1899630](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1899630/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [7 Hadwin Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-hadwin-wy/) | 480 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Insulate rim joist with Spray Foam - R-15 Closed cell | $1,100 | [SF1900424](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900424/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [553 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/553-hyde-park-av/) | 470 ft W | Alteration or repair | we are insulating the outside walls with blown cellulose | $13,733 | [SF1821193](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1821193/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [95 Rowe St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95-rowe-st/) | 910 ft W | Electrical | Replace jaws in meter for Eversource AMI project | $2,000 | [E1894314](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1894314/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [24 Destefano Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-destefano-rd/) | 810 ft N | Fence, wall or deck | Install 6ft vinyl fence on property line | $1,000 | [ALT1894745](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1894745/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [20 Destefano Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-destefano-rd/) | 860 ft N | Solar | Temporarily remove and reinstall existing solar panels for roof work. | $499 | [E1890138](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1890138/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [10 Hadwin Wy](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-hadwin-wy/) | 370 ft SW | Plumbing | 1 Floor: 1 bath | $3,500 | [PL1886782](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1886782/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [555 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/555-hyde-park-av/) | 470 ft W | Roofing | Work description consists of removal and disposal of existing roof shingles and installation of new GAF roofing material/shingles. | $13,500 | [SF1880100](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880100/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [625 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/625-hyde-park-av/) | 970 ft SW | Electrical | Power feed to existing DAS node location. Site ID: IC-34 ( 625 Hyde Park Ave @ Canterbury St) | $15,000 | [E1881006](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881006/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [127 Mount Hope St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/127-mount-hope-st/) | 850 ft E | Electrical | Kitchen rewire and service upgrade (100A-200A) | $9,500 | [E1871704](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1871704/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [914 Canterbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/914-canterbury-st/) | 860 ft SE | Addition | 17by20 addtion see plans attached | $136,000 | [ALT1845044](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1845044/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [951 Canterbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/951-canterbury-st/) | 890 ft S | Alteration or repair | Removing and replacing 1 window, replacing like with like, no structural changes. | $1,807 | [SF1860984](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860984/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [127 Mount Hope St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/127-mount-hope-st/) | 850 ft E | Plumbing | Remodel | $2,500 | [PL1863213](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1863213/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [559 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/559-hyde-park-av/) | 470 ft W | Electrical | Upgrade electrical service from 100 200 and add a public meter. | $10,000 | [E1863252](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863252/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [914 Canterbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/914-canterbury-st/) | 860 ft SE | Alteration or repair | First floor removal of interior finish. In conjunction with ALT1845044. | $2,000 | [SF1861491](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861491/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [625 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/625-hyde-park-av/) | 970 ft SW | Electrical | Installation of new handhole in sidewalk at 625 Hyde Park Ave. Install 30 amp underground service from Eversource Manhole. Install #6 conductors and 30 Amp Fused H-tap in Handhole for future Crown Castle pole. Odas_1c-34 | $1,500 | [E1861514](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861514/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [969 Canterbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/969-canterbury-st/) | 970 ft S | Fence, wall or deck | roof deck replacement | $10,000 | [SF1860368](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860368/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [127 Mount Hope St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/127-mount-hope-st/) | 850 ft E | Alteration or repair | Kitchen renovation | $54,500 | [SF1843330](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843330/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [555 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/555-hyde-park-av/) | 470 ft W | Plumbing | rough and finish plumbing work for 2 baths 2 kitchens | $7,500 | [PL1798226](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1798226/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [2-6 Fowle St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2--6-fowle-st/) | 820 ft W | Alteration or repair | Remove & replace 6 windows; like for like size; no structural changes | $26,758 | [SF1850283](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850283/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [845-849 Canterbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/845--849-canterbury-st/) | 900 ft E | Electrical | 847 Canterbury Street install 6 switches, 10 outlets, 1 light and 1 bathroom fan | $4,000 | [E1851715](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1851715/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [845-849 Canterbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/845--849-canterbury-st/) | 900 ft E | Alteration or repair | Replacing wood paneling with drywall and replacing flooring in a couple of rooms in 847 Canterbury Street. Work will be contracted out and no structural work is being done. | $20,000 | [SF1848310](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848310/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [24 Destefano Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-destefano-rd/) | 810 ft N | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1844680](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1844680/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 30 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [36 Mount Hope St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-mount-hope-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replacing a ductless Gree mini split Head. Model # 3vir18hp230v1ah 18btu. | $1,000 | [SF1899332](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899332/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [29 Rowe St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-rowe-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | New building | Erect two (2) family structure on existing 4,104 square foot lot with parking for 2 vehicles in enclosed garage.;Permit application is under the;10th Edition.;E[plans] Filed.; | $150,000 | [ERT1748690](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1748690/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [36 Mount Hope St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-mount-hope-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Electrical | Wiring a ductless Gree mini split Head. Model #3vir18hp230v1ah 18btu. | $1,000 | [E1899334](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1899334/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [190-200 Cummins Hw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/190--200-cummins-hw/) | 0.24 mi W | Addition | Erect a rear addition to existing school as per plans.Reassigned to DB on 6/26/2026 | $150,000 | [ALT1804788](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1804788/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [42 Starbird Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/42-starbird-av/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Install 2 replacement windows - no structural work | $2,833 | [SF1900536](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900536/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [22-24 Mount Hope St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22--24-mount-hope-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | Convert bathtub to shower in first floor bathroom. Replace toilet, vanity, and valve. | $8,000 | [PL1895798](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1895798/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [822 Canterbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/822-canterbury-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | add an extra meter and checking the wire of the meter and inside the apartment check all the device outlet switcher smoke detector and the panel inside the apartment. | $3,000 | [E1896183](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896183/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [8 Clare Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-clare-av/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Remove &; Rebuild existing deck same exact size. Pressure treated framing and finish with composite decking and railings. The staircase will be removed and rebuilt the same exact size. Replace with composite railings and stair treads. | $29,250 | [SF1890979](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890979/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [50 Seymour St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-seymour-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1875249](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1875249/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [158 Mount Hope St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/158-mount-hope-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Roofing | Remove and dispose of existing roofing materials and inspect the roof decking, replacing damaged wood as needed. Install a new GAF Timberline HDZ roofing system, including ice and water shield, synthetic underlayment, and new lead flashing at two chimneys. Install 1/2" CDX plywood over the existing  | $17,470 | [SF1863443](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863443/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [190-200 Cummins Hw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/190--200-cummins-hw/) | 0.24 mi W | Electrical | NEW CAT6 CABLING SCOPE: Total Cables – 66) 12 – 1 Port Wireless Access Point Locations 11 – 1 Port Wall Phone Locations 11 – 1 Port Projector Locations 16 – 2 Port Wall Drop Locations | $60,000 | [ELV1873898](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1873898/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [822 Canterbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/822-canterbury-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Electrical | rewire 3 light smoke detectors and stove and 5 swiches | Not listed | [E1867893](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1867893/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [643 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/643-hyde-park-av/) | 0.22 mi SW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 9.84 kw 24 panels with installation of 2 franklin batteries installed on exterior of home | $127,500 | [SF1866992](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1866992/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [643 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/643-hyde-park-av/) | 0.22 mi SW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 9.84 kw 24 panels with installation of 2 franklin batteries installed on exterior of home | $127,500 | [E1866995](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1866995/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [643 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/643-hyde-park-av/) | 0.22 mi SW | Electrical | New SPAN panel to be installed at site - Replace meter with new 200A two gang meter/main with 100A main breakers. Remove the basement 60A MBEs and refeed from new meter to the existing interior 100A panels with new 100A feeders. Add a shunt trip disconnect | $8,200 | [E1864289](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864289/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [69-71 Starbird Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69--71-starbird-av/) | 0.20 mi N | Electrical | Update outlets for kitchen counter, dishwasher and disposal. Run new circuit for microwave/hood fan. | $2,500 | [E1868983](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1868983/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [36 Manning St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-manning-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Fence, wall or deck | Replacing Existing wood decking to composite wood decking Back and front decks, Installing all new handrails and pvc trim all around deck. replacing joist deck if needed. | $20,000 | [SF1868456](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868456/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [190-200 Cummins Hw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/190--200-cummins-hw/) | 0.24 mi W | Electrical | Bring existing outlets into the new framed exterior walls in 3 classrooms on the 3rd floor. | $4,500 | [E1863227](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863227/) |
| Jun 20, 2026 | [360 Cummins Hw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/360-cummins-hw/) | 0.22 mi SE | Plumbing | Running new plumbing for a bathroom and kitchen | $5,500 | [PL1861040](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1861040/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [190-200 Cummins Hw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/190--200-cummins-hw/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Renovation of classrooms | $256,032 | [SF1856151](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856151/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [190-200 Cummins Hw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/190--200-cummins-hw/) | 0.24 mi W | Grading | Exploratory excavation of existing school ahead of ALT1804788 being issued. | $50,000 | [SF1853560](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853560/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [6-8 Mount Calvary Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6--8-mount-calvary-rd/) | 0.20 mi E | Fence, wall or deck | demo existing retaining wall 24' long 6' tall. install new retaining wall with allan blocks. 24'long | $13,900 | [SF1860391](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860391/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [43 Mount Calvary Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-mount-calvary-rd/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 2 windows; like for like size; no structural changes | $9,774 | [SF1858170](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858170/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [69-71 Starbird Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69--71-starbird-av/) | 0.20 mi N | Alteration or repair | Replace cabinets and change tub to shower | $44,000 | [SF1857896](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857896/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [69-71 Starbird Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69--71-starbird-av/) | 0.20 mi N | Plumbing | Change out tub for shower. | $4,000 | [PL1857585](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1857585/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [950 Canterbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/950-canterbury-st/) | 0.19 mi S | Electrical | Changing out 600A disconnect 3-phase 208V at 950 Canterbury St for building 865 apartment complex. | $4,500 | [E1856411](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856411/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [25 Navarre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-navarre-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Roofing | Asphalt shingles replacement on the entire house. White PVC Fascia board replacement on dormer side walls. D4 vinyl siding replacement on 3 sides of front dormer. | $23,199 | [SF1850176](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850176/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [190-200 Cummins Hw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/190--200-cummins-hw/) | 0.24 mi W | Electrical | Installing burglar alarm system in Brooke Charter School. | $6,800 | [ELV1843485](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1843485/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [483-497 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/483--497-hyde-park-av/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Insulation | $4,854 | [SF1844929](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844929/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [25 Navarre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-navarre-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Install new replacement windows with proper, sealants and insulation where needed. Dispose of old windows.Quantity-(8) | $5,915 | [SF1842884](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1842884/) |

## 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 |  | 21 Manning St | 920 ft SE | Zoning appeal: "Seeking to add approximately 12x15 addition to first and second floors to add family room…" | [BOA1904210](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-09-24 |
| No decision posted | Sep 22, 2026 | 98 Mount Hope St | 820 ft NE | To erect new construction of two-family dwelling… | [BOA1837747](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Concluded" | 2026-04-08 |
| Approved | Apr 28, 2026 | 190 to 200 Cummins Hw | 0.24 mi W | To erect a rear addition to existing school… | [BOA1814225](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-01-23 |

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-08 19:06 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 8, 17:47 UTC.

Map, all 3 permits at this address and 55 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-stella-rd/