# Building permits at 217-247 River St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $750,000 new building at 96 Standard St, permitted Sep 17.

12 permits on record here. The newest, Feb 19, 2025: Replacing gas dryer in laundry room at 219 river street. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 46 more permits (42 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 870 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 19, 2025 | Plumbing | Replacing gas dryer in laundry room at 219 river street. | Not listed | [G1691846](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1691846/) |
| Feb 18, 2025 | Plumbing | Replacing gas dryer in laundry room at 247 river street. | Not listed | [G1691851](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1691851/) |
| Feb 18, 2025 | Plumbing | Replacing gas dryers in laundry rooms at 221 river street. | $255 | [G1691848](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1691848/) |
| Feb 18, 2025 | Plumbing | Replacing gas dryers in laundry rooms at 227 river street. | $255 | [G1691845](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1691845/) |
| Feb 18, 2025 | Plumbing | Replacing gas dryer in laundry room. | Not listed | [G1691843](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1691843/) |
| Jul 22, 2024 | Electrical | At 221 River St unit 401: -Due to the apt being vacant for over 1 year and Eversource having shut down power, inspector's authorization is required for powe restore. | $700 | [E1629730](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1629730/) |
| Feb 6, 2023 | Plumbing | Heating and Domestic hot water upgrades. Building 247 | $160,000 | [PL1438725](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1438725/) |
| Feb 6, 2023 | Plumbing | Heating and Domestic hot water upgrades. Building 247 | $160,000 | [G1438731](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1438731/) |
| Feb 6, 2023 | Plumbing | Heating and Domestic hot water upgrades. Building 221 | $160,000 | [G1438702](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1438702/) |
| Nov 23, 2021 | Electrical | Due to a previous sprinkler head break at 219 River St Unit 108 and subsequent demo ---Check all devices and newly exposed wiring for safety. ---Replaced devices and some wiring as necessary | $6,500 | [E1271083](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1271083/) |
| Oct 31, 2020 | Electrical | NOTE: Address is 221 River St. This permit says 217 as 221 is not listed in system. --Made repairs and conduct safety checks due to upper floor drain flood affecting lobby area --Replaced one recessed light and one exit sign in lobby | $1,000 | [E1132047](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1132047/) |
| Feb 3, 2017 | Electrical | 247 River Street, Mattapan, MA 02126 Replace and retrofit light fixtures | $2,000 | [E678171](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E678171/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 27 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [34 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-ridgeview-av/) | 580 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Door Replacement as per request of the customer. We are replacing 5 doors | $19,000 | [SF1904695](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904695/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [29 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-ridgeview-av/) | 640 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 17 windows and 2 entry doors, like for like, same size, no structural changes | $38,441 | [SF1901612](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901612/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [1 Newcroft Ci](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-newcroft-ci/) | 690 ft S | Electrical | panel relocation to units | $6,000 | [E1903056](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903056/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [201 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/201-river-st/) | 1,000 ft SE | Plumbing | Install two (2) gas boilers with 639,000 MBH each for a total of 1,278,000 MHB. | $98,139 | [G1901795](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1901795/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [96 Standard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/96-standard-st/) | 870 ft NE | New building | Proposed 3-story, 3-dwelling-unit residential structure with an unfinished basement (non-habitable space) and a single means of egress. Equipped with a fire alarm system and an NFPA 13R fire sprinkler system. Includes 3 parking spaces, 1 EV-ready charging space and solar-ready infrastructure.; Subje | $750,000 | [ERT1652131](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1652131/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [11 Donwood Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-donwood-te/) | 560 ft NW | Electrical | Building service upgrade. Connections to (2) condensers + (2) air handlers in the basement. New insulated ductwork to be installed. | $25,000 | [E1900677](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900677/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [11 Donwood Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-donwood-te/) | 560 ft NW | Electrical | run circuit for ev charger change outlet for microwave | $750 | [E1899749](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1899749/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [7 Cragmere Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-cragmere-te/) | 680 ft W | Fence, wall or deck | Repair Deck | $8,000 | [SF1850327](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850327/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [7 Arborcrest Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-arborcrest-te/) | 950 ft W | Fire systems | Installation of low voltage Fire Alarm system with radio for Central Station monitoring. | $5,000 | [EFA1895869](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1895869/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [19 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-ridgeview-av/) | 760 ft SW | Electrical | Remove old service and install new 200amp electrical service - 3 gang meter socket with main breakers. Apartment 1,2 and the public will each have each have a 100amp breaker and relocate meters outside | $4,000 | [E1887547](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1887547/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [11 Donwood Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-donwood-te/) | 560 ft NW | Plumbing | Replace 2 electric water heaters | $2,000 | [PL1891681](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1891681/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [11 Donwood Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-donwood-te/) | 560 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Replace water heater, stove, microwave, bathroom fans in unit 1 and 2. Install one basement window. Repair kitchen ext. window trim and sidings. | $73,300 | [SF1888557](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1888557/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [11 Donwood Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-donwood-te/) | 560 ft NW | Electrical | wire 2 stoves wire 2 hot water heater | $1,500 | [E1889230](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1889230/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [19 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-ridgeview-av/) | 760 ft SW | Electrical | Apartment #2 - Bedroom, living room - coaxial cable - data | $600 | [ELV1884396](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1884396/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [19 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-ridgeview-av/) | 760 ft SW | Electrical | Apartment #2 - rewire 2 bedroom Add 1 switch & light in front stairwell | $9,000 | [E1884393](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1884393/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [7 Arborcrest Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-arborcrest-te/) | 950 ft W | Fire systems | Two Family with an ADU located in the basement per ALT1273328 requires a 13D Sprinkler System with Fire Alarm.;E[plans] Filed | Not listed | [A1807013](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1807013/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [41 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41-ridgeview-av/) | 430 ft SW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted solar pv - 16 panels - 6.56kW DC. Installation of Franklin ESS on exterior of building. No Structural. | $71,739 | [SF1878631](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1878631/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [41 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41-ridgeview-av/) | 430 ft SW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted solar pv - 16 panels - 6.56kW DC. Installation of Franklin ESS on exterior of building. | $50,217 | [E1878640](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1878640/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [19 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-ridgeview-av/) | 760 ft SW | Roofing | Remove and Install new roof | $12,400 | [SF1879366](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879366/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [7 Leahaven Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-leahaven-rd/) | 890 ft S | Electrical | Install cable and telephone jacks | $2,500 | [ELV1865492](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1865492/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [7 Leahaven Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-leahaven-rd/) | 890 ft S | Fire systems | Install cabon and smokes | $2,500 | [EFA1865487](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1865487/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [7 Leahaven Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-leahaven-rd/) | 890 ft S | Electrical | Complete rewire of dwelling | $18,000 | [E1865497](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1865497/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [11 Donwood Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-donwood-te/) | 560 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Demo chimney. Replace basement vinyl window. Insulate basement walls and crawl space wall. Repair concrete and siding. Replace water heaters. Install new heat pump dryer. Replace duct. Install new induction ranges, hood w/fan and light. Asbestos abatement. | $84,250 | [SF1859432](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859432/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [19 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-ridgeview-av/) | 760 ft SW | Electrical | Bedroom, living room - coaxial cable - data | $800 | [ELV1860900](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1860900/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [19 Ridgeview Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-ridgeview-av/) | 760 ft SW | Electrical | Apt. #1 - Rewire 2 bedroom Run new riser from basement electrical closet to 2nd floor apartment & install electrical panel ( for future use) | $9,000 | [E1860872](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860872/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [7 Leahaven Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-leahaven-rd/) | 890 ft S | Alteration or repair | Renovate 2 residential units to include kitchen, bath, flooring etc | $350,000 | [SF1838855](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1838855/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [7 Leahaven Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-leahaven-rd/) | 890 ft S | Plumbing | take the old plumbing off and putt new plumbing and add 2 more bathroom | $10,000 | [PL1857353](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1857353/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 19 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2026 | [15 Dr. Mary Moore Beatty Ci](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-dr.-mary-moore-beatty-ci/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | bath fan installation | $10,000 | [E1907513](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1907513/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [15 Dr. Mary Moore Beatty Ci](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-dr.-mary-moore-beatty-ci/) | 0.20 mi E | Alteration or repair | Retrofit insulation with closed cell polyurethane pour foam | $175,000 | [SF1906107](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1906107/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [19 Meadowbank Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-meadowbank-av/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | replace porch floorboards and railings | $5,900 | [SF1896739](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896739/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [15 Ledgebrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-ledgebrook-rd/) | 0.22 mi S | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 8.61 kw 21 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $82,800 | [SF1896040](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896040/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [15 Ledgebrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-ledgebrook-rd/) | 0.22 mi S | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 8.61 kw 21 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $82,800 | [E1896048](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896048/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [15 Ledgebrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-ledgebrook-rd/) | 0.22 mi S | Electrical | Replace Meter and Service Disconnect - Relocate meter from inside of house to the exterior wall | $3,600 | [E1895496](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1895496/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [135 Lorna Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/135-lorna-rd/) | 0.24 mi NW | Alteration or repair | The existing deck will be completely removed and disposed of. A new deck will then be constructed in the same location and with the same dimensions as the existing structure, measuring approximately 5' x 15', as shown in the attached photos and project plans. All work will be performed in accordance | $9,200 | [SF1863085](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863085/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [15 Ledgebrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-ledgebrook-rd/) | 0.22 mi S | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1867525](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1867525/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [77 Standard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/77-standard-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | Relocating meter from basement to outside | $3,600 | [E1868946](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1868946/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [77 Standard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/77-standard-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Solar | Installation of roof mounted solar pv - 6 panels - 2.46kW DC. Installation of Tesla ESS on exterior of building. No Structural. | $43,893 | [SF1861278](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861278/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [77 Standard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/77-standard-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | Installation of roof mounted solar pv - 6 panels - 2.46kW DC. Installation of Tesla ESS on exterior of building. | $30,725 | [E1861282](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861282/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [71 Standard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-standard-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Alteration or repair | Insulating walls with blown in cellulose | $5,285 | [SF1855158](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1855158/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [40 Gladeside Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-gladeside-av/) | 0.23 mi SW | Roofing | Install 14 sq of roofing material - no structural work | $11,984 | [SF1858261](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858261/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [350 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/350-river-st/) | 0.25 mi SW | Electrical | Temp power from generator for music / entertainment | $700 | [ETS1859314](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1859314/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [19 Southmere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-southmere-rd/) | 0.22 mi S | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $1,958 | [PL1855682](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1855682/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [19 Southmere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-southmere-rd/) | 0.22 mi S | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $1,958 | [G1855679](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1855679/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [23 Southmere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-southmere-rd/) | 0.22 mi S | Roofing | Remove and restrip with new asphalt roof - 15 squares | $10,854 | [SF1851729](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851729/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [252 Manchester St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/252-manchester-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 8.2 kw 20 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $80,700 | [SF1847815](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847815/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [252 Manchester St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/252-manchester-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 8.2 kw 20 panels with installation of 1 franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $80,700 | [E1847816](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847816/) |

## 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 |  | 7 Leahaven Rd | 890 ft S | Zoning appeal: "3.18.26 Scope of work confirmed: Change of occupancy from a two family to a four family…" | [BOA1840905](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-04-20 |

## More on this street

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

- [220 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/220-river-st/): newest permit Jul 21, 2025
- [225 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/225-river-st/): newest permit Feb 18, 2025
- [231 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/231-river-st/): newest permit Feb 18, 2025
- [201 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/201-river-st/): newest permit Sep 18, 2026
- [233 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/233-river-st/): newest permit Feb 18, 2025
- [249 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/249-river-st/): newest permit Feb 4, 2026
- [150 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/150-river-st/): newest permit May 8, 2025
- [284 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/284-river-st/): newest permit Sep 16, 2025
- [139 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/139-river-st/): newest permit Mar 16, 2026
- [133 River St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/133-river-st/): newest permit Dec 20, 2024

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-16 06:04 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 16, 01:17 UTC.

Map, all 12 permits at this address and 46 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/217--247-river-st/