# Building permits at 21 Sutherland Rd, Boston, MA

19 permits on record here. The newest, Mar 11, 2025: Repoint right facade 100%. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 42 more permits since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 11, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Repoint right facade 100% | $65,000 | [SF1645802](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1645802/) |
| Apr 22, 2024 | Electrical | Apartment 14: renovation electrical panel, new wiring in bathroom | $2,000 | [E1591766](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1591766/) |
| Nov 9, 2023 | Roofing | Main Entrance - Replace 4 Columns top and stone, stones above columns, Kemper waterproofing system with regulates flashing sealed with caulking, washing and painting. | $77,762 | [SF1527149](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1527149/) |
| Apr 12, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Existing bathroom renovation APT 17 | $14,000 | [SF1455278](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1455278/) |
| Mar 29, 2023 | Electrical | Bathroom remodeling. - New Bathroom exhaust fan - New circuit for gfci and lighting - New recessed lighting - New GFCI plug | $2,500 | [E1452777](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1452777/) |
| Mar 17, 2023 | Plumbing | bathroom renovation | $2,500 | [PL1449377](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1449377/) |
| Dec 17, 2018 | Plumbing | replace toilet, sink and tub | $2,000 | [PL908534](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL908534/) |
| Dec 3, 2018 | Alteration or repair | Barhroom Remodel. Change tub/shower, vanity, toilet, flooring, install new exhaust fan, replace existing windows for tempered glass windows. Unit 4 | $12,663 | [SF904145](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF904145/) |
| Dec 28, 2017 | Alteration or repair | Replacing 8 existing windows with 8 new windows in the unit | $3,030 | [SF789209](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF789209/) |
| Sep 16, 2016 | Electrical | rewire a bedroom | $900 | [E637565](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E637565/) |
| Sep 2, 2016 | Electrical | add 2 outlets in new 8 foot wall | $500 | [E633225](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E633225/) |
| Aug 17, 2016 | Alteration or repair | Frame a non-bearing wall and frame a closet in bedroom. Insulate, sheet rock, tape, mud, prime, and paint. | $8,300 | [SF615597](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF615597/) |
| Feb 9, 2015 | Fire systems | Install a type 2 fire alarm system per BFD write up. Consisting of fire control panel, smoke detection and common area devices. Also unit devices system heat, combo co and smoke detection with sounders. Complete system per NFPA and Building code 8th addition | $35,000 | [ALT443924](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT443924/) |
| Jan 26, 2015 | Fire systems | Install a type 2 fire alarm system per BFD write up. Consisting of fire control panel, smoke detection and common area devices. Also unit devices system heat, combo co and smoke detection with sounders. Complete system per NFPA and Building code 8th addition cost reflected on ALT443924 | Not listed | [EFA443928](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA443928/) |
| Jun 23, 2014 | Electrical | replace electrical service equipment | $10,000 | [E376761](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E376761/) |
| Nov 6, 2013 | Plumbing | Cold water piping to boiler fill valve | $500 | [PL301538](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL301538/) |
| Nov 6, 2013 | Plumbing | Removing existing boiler and replacing with two hot water boiler | $50,000 | [G301536](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G301536/) |
| Sep 24, 2013 | Alteration or repair | replace rotted balconys with new material same size. Work is not visible from the street or any public way. | $15,000 | [SF287958](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF287958/) |
| Dec 7, 2010 | Alteration or repair | install 9 replacement windows no structural changes | $5,748 | [SF54281](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF54281/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

42 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 16, 2026 | [40 Orkney Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-orkney-rd/) | 150 ft S | Electrical | Emergency call water meter damage.c Checked all fixtures and devices for water damage. | $500 | [E1861300](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861300/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 33 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [19-21 Orkney Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19--21-orkney-rd/) | 370 ft E | Electrical | complete rewire of 3 family home | $40,000 | [E1903855](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903855/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [1874-1876 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1874--1876-commonwealth-av/) | 800 ft W | Electrical | Bedroom - 4 Recessed light Kitchen - Circuit C-top 1 - Circuit C-top 2 - Disposal - Fridge - Microwave - 1 R's light Dining/Living - 5 Recessed light - Circuit C-top Bathroom - Fan - Vanity light - GFCI Hall - 2 Recessed light Sub panel | $12,000 | [E1901183](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901183/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [50 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-sutherland-rd/) | 290 ft N | 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 20, 2026 | [374 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/374-chestnut-hill-av/) | 410 ft SW | Roofing | Strip and re-roof, strip and re-side headhouse. All work to be performed on roof. | $123,640 | [SF1889882](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889882/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [4 Chiswick Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-chiswick-rd/) | 330 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Reconstruction of selected sections of masonry parapet. Repointing of remaining sections of masonry parapet. Limited replacement of precast cornice stones. Patching of remaining precast cornice stones. Apply elastomeric coating to precast cornice stones. Replacement of cracked brick at parapet. | $754,085 | [SF1867700](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867700/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [50 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-sutherland-rd/) | 290 ft N | 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 7, 2026 | [1874-1876 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1874--1876-commonwealth-av/) | 800 ft W | Plumbing | Replace Tub, kitchen sink, lavatory and toilet | $2,000 | [PL1883570](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1883570/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [50 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-sutherland-rd/) | 290 ft N | Plumbing | Direct replace 1 RTU | $6,000 | [G1880993](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1880993/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [19-21 Orkney Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19--21-orkney-rd/) | 370 ft E | Electrical | Rewire entire house complete up to Electrical code first floor second floor third floor and basement | $49,000 | [E1881548](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881548/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [19-21 Orkney Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19--21-orkney-rd/) | 370 ft E | Plumbing | Renew 8 bath 3 kitcen 3 laundry | $35,000 | [PL1874448](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1874448/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [19-21 Orkney Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19--21-orkney-rd/) | 370 ft E | Plumbing | replace 3 water heater 3 gas stove 3 dryer | $8,000 | [G1874450](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1874450/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [4 Chiswick Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-chiswick-rd/) | 330 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Install 6 harvey replacement windows. Energy star, inserts only with no structural work | $13,495 | [SF1862757](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862757/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [77 Englewood Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/77-englewood-av/) | 480 ft NE | 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/) | 290 ft N | 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/) |
| Jul 3, 2026 | [4 Chiswick Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-chiswick-rd/) | 330 ft NW | Electrical | Description: kitchen rewire, panel change, adding recess lights and changing plugs. 18 Recess lights, 1 range, 1 dishwasher, 25 receptacles, 8 switches | $16,000 | [E1868274](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1868274/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [50 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-sutherland-rd/) | 290 ft N | 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 24, 2026 | [10 Selkirk Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-selkirk-rd/) | 940 ft NE | 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 3, 2026 | [15 Orkney Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-orkney-rd/) | 450 ft E | Electrical | Install circuit for electric range. Install circuit for hood. Replace electric panel. | $5,000 | [E1856184](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856184/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [6 Orkney Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-orkney-rd/) | 590 ft E | Plumbing | Unit 25 Bathroom and kitchen | $4,500 | [PL1855361](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1855361/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [6 Orkney Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-orkney-rd/) | 590 ft E | Plumbing | Unit 25: Replace gas stove | $800 | [G1847435](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1847435/) |
| May 23, 2026 | [69-75 Strathmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69--75-strathmore-rd/) | 590 ft NE | Plumbing | Replacement of gas range at 72 Strathmore, unit #8 | $200 | [G1852482](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1852482/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [137 Englewood Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/137-englewood-av/) | 450 ft W | Alteration or repair | all work to be performed in the courtyard: Window sealant replacement, cut & point masonry joints, patch precast, coat precast | $86,325 | [SF1840615](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1840615/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [395-399 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/395--399-chestnut-hill-av/) | 960 ft S | Plumbing | 3 Storage Tanks | $30,000 | [PL1850755](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1850755/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [1874-1876 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1874--1876-commonwealth-av/) | 800 ft W | Plumbing | 1874 Commonwealth Ave, Brighton MA. Permit SF1848056 Kitchen drain and faucet install. | $500 | [PL1848815](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1848815/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [110 Strathmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/110-strathmore-rd/) | 780 ft NW | Electrical | disconnect old condensers and re connect new ones | $600 | [E1847743](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847743/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [1874-1876 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1874--1876-commonwealth-av/) | 800 ft W | Alteration or repair | Removal of existing window sashes and replacement with new (Exterior bronze look to remain on new replacement windows) Removal of existing millwork and replacement with new. New kitchen cabinets, countertops, appliances. New electrical panel. Flooring to remain. Bathroom upgrades. | $84,931 | [SF1848056](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848056/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [110 Strathmore Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/110-strathmore-rd/) | 780 ft NW | Plumbing | Unit #ph2. Replace 2 furnace. | $5,000 | [G1847558](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1847558/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [19-21 Orkney Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19--21-orkney-rd/) | 370 ft E | Fire systems | Install low voltage fire alarm to monitor common areas and sprinkler system in this 3 unit residential property. | $8,675 | [EFA1847455](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1847455/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [1940-1960 Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1940--1960-beacon-st/) | 310 ft S | Sign | Installation of (1) set of internally illuminated channel letters to read "FAR OUT". Installation of (1) set of non-illuminated acrylic letters to read "New Zealand Style Ice Cream". Also the installation of (1) externally illuminated blade sign to read "Far Out Ice Cream, It's Super Choice!" | $16,215 | [ALT1842207](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1842207/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [50 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-sutherland-rd/) | 290 ft N | Plumbing | Renovating - 4 kitchen sink, 10 Lavatories, 10 shower stalls, 10 toilets. | $147,000 | [PL1845873](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1845873/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [6 Orkney Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-orkney-rd/) | 590 ft E | Electrical | unit #25 complete rewire of a studio unit. kitchen, bath, living area along with a new sub panel inside the unit for all new wiring. | $8,000 | [E1846263](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1846263/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [6 Orkney Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-orkney-rd/) | 590 ft E | Alteration or repair | Spray foam & rockwool insulation, sheetrock/plaster, white oak hardwood floors, interior & entry doors, kitchen cabinet installation, ceramic tile (kitchen & bathroom floors/walls), finish carpentry, baseboards, closet shelving, and paint throughout. - Work limited to Unit 25 | $55,340 | [SF1845320](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845320/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [1922-1924a Beacon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1922--1924a-beacon-st/) | 300 ft S | Electrical | Installation of 125 amp sub-panel and 45 kva transformer | $10,000 | [E1843609](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1843609/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 8 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2026 | [52 Lanark Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-lanark-rd/) | 0.24 mi NE | 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 10, 2026 | [111 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/111-sutherland-rd/) | 0.20 mi NE | 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 | [1853 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1853-commonwealth-av/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Replace HVAC control wires | $1,000 | [E1895550](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1895550/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [115-117 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/115--117-sutherland-rd/) | 0.21 mi NE | Other | Removal of wet maiterial from water damage to the ceiling, walls & floor | $100,000 | [SF1882450](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882450/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [110 Lanark Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/110-lanark-rd/) | 0.24 mi N | 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/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [286 Chestnut Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/286-chestnut-hill-av/) | 0.22 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Retrofit insulation using poured in place polyurethane insulation | $166,000 | [SF1864258](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864258/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [1800 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1800-commonwealth-av/) | 0.20 mi N | 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 5, 2026 | [30 Kinross Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-kinross-rd/) | 0.22 mi N | Electrical | Check all wiring by electrical code and add more recessed lights | $2,000 | [E1858113](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858113/) |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Sutherland Rd with permits, nearest house number first:

- [7 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-sutherland-rd/): newest permit Oct 2, 2024
- [2 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-sutherland-rd/): newest permit Sep 22, 2025
- [50 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-sutherland-rd/): newest permit Aug 25, 2026
- [85 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-sutherland-rd/): newest permit Mar 16, 2026
- [111 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/111-sutherland-rd/): newest permit Sep 10, 2026
- [115-117 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/115--117-sutherland-rd/): newest permit Aug 27, 2026
- [116 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/116-sutherland-rd/): newest permit Oct 23, 2025
- [129 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/129-sutherland-rd/): newest permit Apr 2, 2026
- [144 Sutherland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/144-sutherland-rd/): newest permit Mar 30, 2026

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