# Building permits at 226 Harvard Av, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: an $88M new building at 1266-1270 Commonwealth Av, permitted May 26.

41 permits on record here. The newest, Feb 4, 2025: Install a set of face lit channel letters to building fascia. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 64 more permits (63 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 740 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 4, 2025 | Sign | Install a set of face lit channel letters to building fascia. Install a flagmount sign and some vinyl lettering | $7,000 | [ALT1678161](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1678161/) |
| Jan 10, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Alteration to egress plan to remove Exit 3 and update egress path which did not exist for ALT1351334eplan | Not listed | [A1683005](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1683005/) |
| Jan 3, 2025 | Electrical | wiring new speakers, new cameras and new coax | $32,000 | [ELV1668929](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1668929/) |
| Dec 30, 2024 | Electrical | low voltage wiring of hvac units in building being renovated. | $5,000 | [ELV1678342](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1678342/) |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Plumbing | roof top units | $10,000 | [G1650514](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1650514/) |
| Dec 17, 2024 | Plumbing | adding drinking fountain and sinks | $18,000 | [PL1678339](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1678339/) |
| Dec 16, 2024 | Electrical | Renovation of existing commercial space Provide patch panel and 5 data runs | $5,000 | [ELV1677243](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1677243/) |
| Dec 11, 2024 | Electrical | Renovation of commercial space to physical therapy office. Reuse existing service. Reuse existing lights. Relocate and add outlets. | $15,000 | [E1677241](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1677241/) |
| Dec 10, 2024 | Electrical | Low voltage wiring for planet fitness sign | $2,000 | [ELV1676191](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1676191/) |
| Dec 10, 2024 | Electrical | Installation of 2 new meters | $1,500 | [E1676284](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1676284/) |
| Dec 3, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Change of occupancy from commercial space to physical therapy office. The scope of work includes the interior remodel of a vacant commercial space. The space will be a physical therapyoffice. There are no medical or surgical procedures planned. There is no change in egress, occupancy and use. There  | $154,899 | [ALT1653377](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1653377/) |
| Nov 15, 2024 | Sign | Power to new signs for planet fitness | $5,000 | [E1668319](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1668319/) |
| Oct 29, 2024 | Electrical | installing a commercial burglar alarm for Planet fitness Gym | $2,200 | [ELV1662083](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1662083/) |
| Oct 28, 2024 | Fire systems | Replace existing fire alarm devices tied into an existing fire alarm system in a space being renovated. | $16,000 | [EFA1661861](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1661861/) |
| Oct 11, 2024 | Electrical | wire 2 new bathrooms | $5,700 | [E1660000](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1660000/) |
| Oct 1, 2024 | Plumbing | all new plumbing | $21,500 | [PL1657951](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1657951/) |
| Sep 25, 2024 | Plumbing | adding a health club | $190,000 | [PL1652290](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1652290/) |
| Sep 16, 2024 | Electrical | Renovations to existing space consisting of lighting, power and fire alarm. | $400,000 | [E1645177](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1645177/) |
| Sep 6, 2024 | Alteration or repair | install two new ada bathrooms | $72,300 | [SF1643899](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1643899/) |
| Nov 1, 2023 | Plumbing | Replace gas pipe to meter | $4,000 | [G1540695](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1540695/) |
| Oct 24, 2023 | Sign | Temporary exterior Banner Sign to be installed on location from 12/15/2023 - 4/12/2024. BPDA approval received | $800 | [SF1538368](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1538368/) |
| Sep 12, 2023 | Sign | Installation of signs for Planet Fitness @ 226 Harvard Ave, Allston per plans and BPDA approvalAwaiting Approval of ALT1351334 for Change of Occupancy | $17,675 | [ALT1463832](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1463832/) |
| Aug 10, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Renovation of existing vacant space to combine existing tenant spaces on the 1st and 2nd floor to accommodate a multi level fitness center. Fitness center to operate;M-F 5am-11pm &; S-S 7am-7pm. Change in use/occupancy. Applying in anticipation of denial for hours of operation.[ePlan];24 a day, 7day | $948,790 | [ALT1351334](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1351334/) |
| Apr 12, 2018 | Alteration or repair | Combine this parcel no. 01574-010 also known as 1186 and 1192-1190 Commonwealth Avenue, with parcel no. 01572-000 also known as 1190-1198 Commonwealth Avenue. New lot to have the address of 1188 Commonwealth Avenue. | Not listed | [ALT817770](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT817770/) |
| Jun 21, 2013 | Electrical | Replace corroded service entrance raceway | $5,000 | [E250744](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E250744/) |
| Aug 6, 2012 | Fire systems | Add 15 Horn/Strobes and 3 Strobe Only's | $3,000 | [EFA170005](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA170005/) |
| Jun 4, 2012 | Electrical | Low voltage controls for new HVAC equipment | $2,500 | [ELV147806](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV147806/) |
| May 17, 2012 | Electrical | Low voltage cabling voice/data cabling. | $28,000 | [ELV142559](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV142559/) |
| May 7, 2012 | Electrical | Steward healthcare-obgyn & pcp. Office Fitup of Doctors Suite. | $80,000 | [E136155](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E136155/) |
| Apr 27, 2012 | Alteration or repair | Renovate 3rd Floor to Use Group: B. | $646,779 | [ALT122334](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT122334/) |
| Apr 24, 2012 | Plumbing | Plumbing renovations. | Not listed | [PL134705](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL134705/) |
| Apr 11, 2011 | Fire systems | relocate 1 pull station, install 1 new pull station, & install 3 new horn strobes | $1,800 | [EFA71695](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA71695/) |
| Feb 23, 2011 | Alteration or repair | Change Occupancy from Retail Store to Hair Salon. Client fit out of Hair Cuttery. | $34,000 | [ALT58792](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT58792/) |
| Aug 9, 2010 | Electrical | Install new 125 amp sub panel and connect existing light, power and hvac | $6,500 | [E37380](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E37380/) |
| Mar 31, 2010 | Sign | Install halo lit letters, flat wall sign, 3'4"x11'2",per BRA approval 3-11-10. To read: Unleashed by Petco | $4,000 | [ALT18058](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT18058/) |
| Mar 23, 2010 | Fire systems | Modify fire alarm system. Install (3) additional smoke detectors. Relocate (3) pull stations and (3) horn strobes. | $4,000 | [E19015](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E19015/) |
| Feb 24, 2010 | Electrical | We will be running 18 data drops for a new Petco store at this location. | $6,000 | [ELV15759](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV15759/) |
| Feb 3, 2010 | Electrical | Electrical fitout | $2,500 | [E13430](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E13430/) |
| Feb 2, 2010 | Plumbing | Installation of two sinks and two water coolers. | $6,000 | [PL13324](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL13324/) |
| Jan 27, 2010 | Alteration or repair | New retail store fit out in existing vanilla box. Rework/add lighting, build managers office, break room, and stock room. New flooring through out and new paint. | $179,005 | [SF12325](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF12325/) |
| Dec 23, 2009 | Electrical | Install 2 200 amp electrical services to suite 1 on first floor and wire 3 roof top units and air handlers | $20,000 | [E2397](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E2397/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 35 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [24 Royce Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-royce-rd/) | 380 ft SW | Plumbing | Apt 3, 1st floor: Plumbing for a bathroom and kitchen renovation, new layout. Add a new washer hook-up. | $8,850 | [PL1904947](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1904947/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [24 Royce Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-royce-rd/) | 380 ft SW | Plumbing | Apt 3, 1st floor: Relocate the stove gas line as needed for the new kitchen layout and install the new stove. | $1,000 | [G1904948](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1904948/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [17-37 Fordham Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17--37-fordham-rd/) | 870 ft NE | Electrical | 25 Fordham Rd. - Demo (23) modular rooms, disconnect cut and cap power to existing modular rooms. Install (18) 2x2 LED panel lights, install occupancy sensors, install (2) combo exit/emerg lights. Disconnect (23) horn strobes, one per room. | $40,000 | [E1903786](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903786/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [24 Royce Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-royce-rd/) | 380 ft SW | Alteration or repair | 24 Royce Rd, Unit 3, Allston, MA: > Complete renovation of the unit, including replacement of windows. > Relocate bedroom door. > Relocate the bathroom and kitchen areas, including the addition of a laundry area. | $39,500 | [SF1902176](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902176/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [1266-1270 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1266--1270-commonwealth-av/) | 740 ft W | Electrical | New 200 unit apartment building with parking under | $7,000,000 | [E1901669](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901669/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [88 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/88-linden-st/) | 870 ft N | Plumbing | Renovation, basement 2 boiler and 1 power vent water heater. | $8,000 | [PL1901586](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1901586/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [88 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/88-linden-st/) | 870 ft N | Plumbing | Renovation, basement 2 boiler and water heater. | $600,000 | [G1901593](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1901593/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [6 Manton Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-manton-te/) | 540 ft SW | Fire systems | Fire Alarm System - Remove 1 system smoke and 1 horn strobe in basement dwelling unit. Install 2 low frequency sounders 1 in each bedroom. | $2,000 | [A1888954](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1888954/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [10 Chester St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-chester-st/) | 670 ft N | Plumbing | replace cracked 1/2" csst gas line serving gas dryer. National grid shut gas off to the building | $1,500 | [G1897029](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1897029/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [1266-1270 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1266--1270-commonwealth-av/) | 740 ft W | Electrical | Temp electrical service for construction | $2,500 | [ETS1894566](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1894566/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [1172 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1172-commonwealth-av/) | 430 ft NE | Electrical | installation of cat 6 data cabling, | $78,375 | [ELV1877375](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1877375/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [1267-1269 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1267--1269-commonwealth-av/) | 860 ft W | Electrical | upgrade electrical panelboard | $1,800 | [E1889651](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1889651/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [160-162 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160--162-harvard-av/) | 920 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Replace store front door and windows, flooring updates, guardrail installation around basement stair opening, painting and lighting updates and switches. outlets, Custom photo Booths. "Part of occupancy change ALT1861608" | $61,700 | [SF1881266](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881266/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [91 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/91-linden-st/) | 760 ft N | Alteration or repair | Install Intellijack support system to stabilize floor joist or beams as shown wit sonotube footingsAll work to be Verified in the field by the Ward Inspector ( Approved Stamped ISD Plans Only ) | $14,500 | [ALT1880333](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1880333/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [1251 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1251-commonwealth-av/) | 810 ft W | Electrical | Install 20, 4 inch recessed lights | $1,100 | [E1882063](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882063/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [29-33 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29--33-brainerd-rd/) | 500 ft SW | Electrical | Redo AC condenser load. | $1,000 | [E1882033](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882033/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [29-33 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29--33-brainerd-rd/) | 500 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Installation and wiring of replacement system into existing ductwork consisting of one condenser and one air handler 33 Brainerd Rd #311 Allston, MA 02134 | $13,986 | [SF1875781](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875781/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [1266-1270 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1266--1270-commonwealth-av/) | 740 ft W | Demolition | Demolition of existing 1 story (with Basement) and removal of demo debris. | $119,697 | [SF1847021](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847021/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [32a-32 Chester St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32a--32-chester-st/) | 950 ft N | Alteration or repair | Cosmetic update to front porch. Non structural. Replace front guardrails with pressure treated wood. | $7,500 | [SF1877880](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877880/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [29-33 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29--33-brainerd-rd/) | 500 ft SW | Electrical | Installation and wiring of replacement system into existing ductwork consisting of one condenser and one air handler 33 Brainerd Rd #311 Allston, MA 02134 | $4,662 | [E1875813](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875813/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [160-162 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160--162-harvard-av/) | 920 ft NW | Alteration or repair | existing barber shop change to Photo studio. | $61,700 | [ALT1861608](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1861608/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [32a-32 Chester St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32a--32-chester-st/) | 950 ft N | Plumbing | 2 baths in basement with 2 ejector pumps | $20,000 | [PL1869186](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1869186/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [154-158 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/154--158-harvard-av/) | 980 ft NW | Fire systems | IN CONJUNCTION WITH PROJECT AT 156 HARVARD AVE ( ALT1651054) Modify existing fire alarm(s) to combine 2 systems into 1 within 156 Harvard Ave with remote ann-80 annuciators at entrance to both locations { replaces EFA17220446 to provide accurate new device count} | $100 | [EFA1867524](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1867524/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [6 Manton Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-manton-te/) | 540 ft SW | Fire systems | Fire Alarm System - Remove Fire Alarm Devices : 4 Horn Strobes and 1 Smoke Detector. Run wire in 2 bedroom basement apartment and install 2 Mini horns on the Finish. | $1,400 | [EFA1867487](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1867487/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [15 Chester St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-chester-st/) | 770 ft NE | Alteration or repair | To legalize existing extended living space in basement. -2 bedrooms. No work to be done. Ref. permits;#ALT782071, #SF849803 | Not listed | [ALT1721812](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1721812/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [160-162 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160--162-harvard-av/) | 920 ft NW | Electrical | changing out old meter bank that is water damage to a new single 125 amp meter bank with a new 30 space panel. adding 10 new outlet. 16 recess light. exit sign and ebu as needed | $12,000 | [E1862547](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862547/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [32a-32 Chester St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32a--32-chester-st/) | 950 ft N | Alteration or repair | Finish existing basement as a dwelling unit in an existing detached 3-story 3-family dwelling. Expand front common stair to previously unfinished basement area. The basement to be sprinklered per NFPA 13R. There is no expansion of the building envelope or footprint. | $125,000 | [ALT1652937](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1652937/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [6 Manton Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-manton-te/) | 540 ft SW | Electrical | basement complete wiring with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, kitchen and living room | $5,000 | [E1857156](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857156/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [1284 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1284-commonwealth-av/) | 890 ft W | Other | install new rubber roof | $65,000 | [SF1857651](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857651/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [6 Manton Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-manton-te/) | 540 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy from 3 residential units to 4 residential units; convert existing basement level to a residential unit | $135,500 | [ALT1748096](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1748096/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [1266-1270 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1266--1270-commonwealth-av/) | 740 ft W | New building | Construction of a new, up to 6-story building containing approximately 206 multi-family dwelling units, approximately 2,100 square feet of ground floor retail, residential amenities, and approximately;68;72 at-grade structured vehicle parking spaces.;Demolition of existing structure under SF1847021L | $88,434,555 | [ERT1525501](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1525501/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [12 Reedsdale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-reedsdale-st/) | 950 ft N | Roofing | Asphalt Shingle Repair. | $8,670 | [SF1837318](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1837318/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [5 Fiske Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-fiske-te/) | 410 ft SW | Roofing | Install new roof shingles. | $5,500 | [SF1845050](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845050/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [1213-1223 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1213--1223-commonwealth-av/) | 600 ft NW | Sign | Install a new channel letter sign with panel to the wall. | $4,500 | [ALT1843095](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1843095/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [59 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-brainerd-rd/) | 950 ft SW | Electrical | Kitchen remodeling unit #205 | $5,000 | [E1827594](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1827594/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 29 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [7 Saint Lukes Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-saint-lukes-rd/) | 0.22 mi NE | Electrical | add circuit for water fountain and bath GFCI | $600 | [E1906880](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1906880/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [44-46 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44--46-brighton-av/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | Adding a half bath and a drinking fountain on first floor. | $9,000 | [PL1901956](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1901956/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [69 Quint Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-quint-av/) | 0.22 mi NW | Plumbing | replacement of a range | $200 | [G1899362](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1899362/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [1125 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1125-commonwealth-av/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | RTU replacement. Disconnect and reconnect gas piping | $52,000 | [G1889217](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1889217/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [44-46 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44--46-brighton-av/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Convert existing office into an ADA-compliant single-user restroom. | $45,847 | [SF1870522](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870522/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [128-136 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/128--136-harvard-av/) | 0.22 mi NW | Sign | Existing double side light box refacing only. | $1,634 | [ALT1838299](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1838299/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [108-114 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108--114-brighton-av/) | 0.23 mi N | Sign | install a new channel letter sign with panel to the wall. | $3,200 | [ALT1871794](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1871794/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [122-124 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/122--124-brighton-av/) | 0.24 mi N | Electrical | adding a 40 amp circuit from a mini split system. adding a disconnect on the roof next to the new condenser. also adding a new 20 amp service plug | $3,000 | [E1870580](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870580/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [14 Park Vale Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-park-vale-av/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | replace federal pacific panel with a circuit breaker type | $1,200 | [E1870018](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870018/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [140-144 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/140--144-harvard-av/) | 0.20 mi NW | Fire systems | Install additional smoke detectors and horn strobes connected to existing fire alarm panel and circuits | $15,000 | [EFA1867942](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1867942/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [128 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/128-brighton-av/) | 0.24 mi N | Sign | Existing light box refacing only | $2,000 | [ALT1846162](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1846162/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [108-114 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108--114-brighton-av/) | 0.23 mi N | Plumbing | Replace the Chinese wok Stove. | $3,000 | [PL1864370](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1864370/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [108-114 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108--114-brighton-av/) | 0.23 mi N | Plumbing | Replace the Chinese wok stove. | $4,000 | [G1864365](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1864365/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [140-144 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/140--144-harvard-av/) | 0.20 mi NW | Plumbing | Remodeling. Commercial. 1st Floor: 1 kitchen sink, 1 hand sink, 1 3 bay sink, 1 dishwasher, 2 ice makers, 2 toilets, 2 lavatories, and 1 mop sink. | $11,000 | [PL1863908](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1863908/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [116-120 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/116--120-brighton-av/) | 0.23 mi N | Electrical | running 8 speaker in the front dinning area. adding 30 camera and 15 cat6 internet drop | $8,000 | [ELV1862546](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1862546/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [7-9 Reedsdale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7--9-reedsdale-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Electrical | Wire 3 bathrooms, kitchen, laundry and smoke alarm detectors. | $12,000 | [E1862093](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862093/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [65 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-brainerd-rd/) | 0.22 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy of Unit 206 from Manager's Office to Studio Unit (Allowed use on 2nd story). BOA Decision BZC No 27571 Permit #06-3535 (01/09/2007) approved 103 units in NS-1 zone. Current use is 100 units + Manager's Office + 101 spaces. New use to be 101 units + 101 spaces. No construction needed | $100 | [ALT1724684](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1724684/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [7-9 Reedsdale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7--9-reedsdale-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Plumbing | First floor remodeling. Add three bathrooms. | $18,000 | [PL1858586](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1858586/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [7-9 Reedsdale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7--9-reedsdale-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Plumbing | fist floor renovation, gas stove moves a nothing side. | $800 | [G1858585](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1858585/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [108-114 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108--114-brighton-av/) | 0.23 mi N | Alteration or repair | Remove part of the counter, install a partition wall, and replace the Chinese Cooking Stove. | $15,000 | [SF1857686](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857686/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [140-144 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/140--144-harvard-av/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | Install 25 receptacles,5 refrigerator, 1 dishwasher, 1 mixer,1 coffee machine,47 recessed lights and 1 double oven. | $11,000 | [E1852477](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1852477/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [7-9 Reedsdale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7--9-reedsdale-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Alteration or repair | ;remodeling the kitchen and add three new bathrooms, change a part of the family room to a new room.NO RECORD OF OCCUPANCYHOMEOWNER:: | $55,000 | [ALT1828197](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1828197/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [1122 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1122-commonwealth-av/) | 0.25 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Remove/replace 1 existing exteior door. No structural work being done. | $2,515 | [SF1853009](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853009/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [140-144 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/140--144-harvard-av/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | New siding of the building | $8,200 | [SF1848856](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848856/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [48-52 Glenville Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48--52-glenville-av/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | Restoration of existing metal railings and balcony platforms. Removal of all loose balcony surfaces and applying new. Applying of waterproofing Tremco application on all balcony surfaces. Painting of all metal railings and balcony platforms. | $288,535 | [SF1848330](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848330/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [140-144 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/140--144-harvard-av/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Changing of occupancy from a gaming store (Library from previous LF) to a caffee shop (No structure will be change) scoop of work;Wall framing &; demo; electrical lighting, wiring; plumbing (sinks, DW, toilets);l HVAC (Type 2 hood, heating/cooling); painting; doors &; trims; vinyl flooring; bath &;  | $120,500 | [ALT1811429](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1811429/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [128 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/128-brighton-av/) | 0.24 mi N | Electrical | Wire dish washer, fridge. Install 20 recess lights | $8,000 | [E1846884](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1846884/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [128 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/128-brighton-av/) | 0.24 mi N | Plumbing | Renovation, 2 hand sink, 1 floor sink, 2 prep sink< and 1 9d and caping water line. | $5,000 | [PL1843572](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1843572/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [128 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/128-brighton-av/) | 0.24 mi N | Plumbing | Renovation, replace old wok with new. | $800 | [G1843574](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1843574/) |

## 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 |  | 24 Chester St | 860 ft N | To renovate an existing detached 3-story 2-family dwelling into a 3-family dwelling | [BOA1907604](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-10-06 |
| Approved | Apr 7, 2026 | 15 Chester St | 770 ft NE | Zoning appeal; the description is on the city's appeal tracker. | [BOA1807244](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2025-12-18 |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Harvard Av with permits, nearest house number first:

- [223 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/223-harvard-av/): newest permit Oct 7, 2024
- [210 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/210-harvard-av/): newest permit Jan 14, 2025
- [202-204 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/202--204-harvard-av/): newest permit Aug 29, 2025
- [164-176 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/164--176-harvard-av/): newest permit May 15, 2025
- [160-162 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160--162-harvard-av/): newest permit Aug 14, 2026
- [154-158 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/154--158-harvard-av/): newest permit Jul 1, 2026
- [140-144 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/140--144-harvard-av/): newest permit Jul 2, 2026
- [128-136 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/128--136-harvard-av/): newest permit Jul 28, 2026
- [125-145 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/125--145-harvard-av/): newest permit Nov 3, 2025
- [121 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/121-harvard-av/): newest permit Jan 7, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-09 23:41 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 41 permits at this address and 64 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/226-harvard-av/