# Building permits at 2538 Centre St, Boston, MA

Three permits on record here. The newest, Apr 27, 2025: Remodeling. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 59 more permits (53 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 27, 2025 | Plumbing | Remodeling. 1st Floor: 1 toilet, 1 lavatory, and 1 bathtub. | $2,700 | [PL1714188](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1714188/) |
| Apr 11, 2025 | Electrical | Remodeling a full bathroom (1) 20 amp GFCI (1) vanity light (1) exauth fan/light (3) switches | $1,650 | [E1706425](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1706425/) |
| Mar 25, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Bathroom renovation on first floor, no layout changes | $20,000 | [SF1703149](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1703149/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

59 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 26, 2026 | [16 Bryant Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-bryant-rd/) | 220 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Removing and replacing 2 windows, replacing like with like, no structural changes. | $3,218 | [SF1859604](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859604/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [2543 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2543-centre-st/) | 180 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 16 windows; like for like size; no structural changes | $47,301 | [SF1858160](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858160/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 29 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [32 Vogel St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-vogel-st/) | 690 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $5,000 | [SF1902478](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902478/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [186 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/186-glenellen-rd/) | 340 ft NW | Alteration or repair | replace the wooden siding on home with vinyl siding. | $35,000 | [SF1901089](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901089/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [14 Pleasantdale Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-pleasantdale-rd/) | 640 ft S | Roofing | Replace the asphalt roof on home. | $12,700 | [SF1900432](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900432/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [186 Stimson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/186-stimson-st/) | 520 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of one condenser and four mini split heads | $17,848 | [SF1889806](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889806/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [186 Stimson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/186-stimson-st/) | 520 ft SW | Electrical | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of one condenser and four mini split heads. | $5,949 | [E1889802](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1889802/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [104 Salman St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/104-salman-st/) | 810 ft W | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-877666) | $4,000 | [SF1880142](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880142/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [7 Dana Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-dana-rd/) | 870 ft N | Solar | 10 Modules-roof mounted - 4.300 kwdc | $25,000 | [SF1875961](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875961/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [7 Dana Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-dana-rd/) | 870 ft N | Solar | 10 Modules-roof mounted - 4.300 kwdc | $25,000 | [E1875968](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875968/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [169 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/169-glenellen-rd/) | 520 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Installation of (1) Bow Window and (1) Entry Door in existing openings. Like-for-like with no structural changes. | $21,661 | [SF1877249](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877249/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [139 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/139-glenellen-rd/) | 820 ft NW | Solar | 20 Modules-roof mounted - 8.600 kwdc | $40,054 | [SF1877172](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877172/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [169 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/169-glenellen-rd/) | 520 ft NW | Solar | 14 Modules-roof mounted - 6.020 kwdc | $26,532 | [SF1876001](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1876001/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [169 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/169-glenellen-rd/) | 520 ft NW | Solar | 14 Modules-roof mounted - 6.020 kwdc | $26,532 | [E1875996](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875996/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [191 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/191-glenellen-rd/) | 410 ft NW | Plumbing | Remodeling. 1st Floor: 1 kitchen sink, 1 garbage disposal, 1 dishwasher, 1 ice maker, 1 toilet, 1 lavatory, 1 bathtub, and 1 shower stall. | $8,000 | [PL1878295](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1878295/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [191 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/191-glenellen-rd/) | 410 ft NW | Plumbing | Remodeling. Basement: 1 boiler (demolition) and 1 furnace. 1st Floor: 1 range. | $3,000 | [G1875143](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1875143/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [139 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/139-glenellen-rd/) | 820 ft NW | Electrical | 20 Modules-roof mounted - 8.600 kwdc | $40,054 | [E1877174](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1877174/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [5 Fairlane Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-fairlane-rd/) | 970 ft N | Solar | Temporarily remove and reinstall existing solar panels for roof work. | $499 | [E1875681](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875681/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [5 Fairlane Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-fairlane-rd/) | 970 ft N | Roofing | strip roof shingles and re-roof per manufacturers specs - NO STRUCTURAL CHANGES | $11,000 | [SF1863546](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863546/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [50 Crosstown Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-crosstown-av/) | 980 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Extend living space to existing basement. Replace sheetrock and carpet for one room. Existing basement. Existing two means of egress: Entry door leading outside & a 5.7 square ft window opening with a window well outside. Height does not exceed 44 in. from floor. Cosmetic only. No structural work. | $21,020 | [ALT1828118](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1828118/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [71 Cottage Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-cottage-rd/) | 950 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Repair small walkout deck on the rear of the building install new decking board and fix handrails. Repair and replace decking board in the front of the building including steps. Install a new concrete around the front of the building. | $25,000 | [SF1872115](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1872115/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [109 Vogel St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/109-vogel-st/) | 720 ft SW | Addition | Remove existing roof and build second story addition per plans | $225,000 | [ALT1771449](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1771449/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [176 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/176-glenellen-rd/) | 390 ft NW | Plumbing | replacement of a range | $170 | [G1865053](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1865053/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [32 Vogel St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-vogel-st/) | 690 ft NW | Roofing | Repair existing chimney including crown rebuild, masonry repointing, and installation of new stainless steel chimney cap. Replace one roof plumbing vent pipe boot and replace damaged fascia board at front elevation. No structural modifications. | $3,008 | [SF1858989](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858989/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [204 Stimson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/204-stimson-st/) | 970 ft W | Plumbing | Replacement of power vented water heater | $2,500 | [G1862241](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1862241/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [191 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/191-glenellen-rd/) | 410 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Renovation of kitchen and bath Kitchen: 5 recessed lights + 2 lights 1 stove: 220 v 50 amp 1 dishwasher 1 disposal 1 microwave Office: 4 recessed lights + 7 outlets Bathroom: 1 fan light Dining room + living room: 10 lights + 5 outlets | $11,000 | [E1864487](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864487/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [194 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/194-glenellen-rd/) | 300 ft NW | Electrical | 8 space subpanel, duplex receptacle | $4,078 | [E1862676](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862676/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [26 Oak Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-oak-rd/) | 970 ft E | Plumbing | Replacement of a range | $200 | [G1858950](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1858950/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [2606 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2606-centre-st/) | 730 ft S | Roofing | Strip and install a new roof with CertainTeed shingles. | $18,844 | [SF1846578](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846578/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [191 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/191-glenellen-rd/) | 410 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-862769) | $10,000 | [SF1848948](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848948/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [191 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/191-glenellen-rd/) | 410 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Renovation for kitchen and bath | $25,500 | [SF1844335](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844335/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 28 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [67 New Haven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-new-haven-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | Installation of 33 modules-roof mounted - 14.190 kw dc, 11.517 kw ac | $13,060 | [E1906839](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1906839/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [87 Crosstown Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/87-crosstown-av/) | 0.21 mi W | Solar | Installation of roof mounted solar pv - 11 panels - 4.51kW DC. Installation of Tesla ESS on exterior of building. No Structural. | $41,559 | [SF1902968](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902968/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [87 Crosstown Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/87-crosstown-av/) | 0.21 mi W | Solar | Installation of roof mounted solar pv - 11 panels - 4.51kW DC. Installation of Tesla ESS on exterior of building. | $29,091 | [E1902972](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1902972/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [6 Birch Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-birch-rd/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | New Insulation, wood strap, PVC, trims, Siding, gutters, install 1 window, install 1 door, flashing, fix drip edge, reinstall light fixtures. | $62,442 | [SF1903659](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1903659/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [115-117 New Haven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/115--117-new-haven-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Alteration or repair | 115 Only - Attic insulation and air sealing | $5,000 | [SF1900339](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900339/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [28 Bungalow Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-bungalow-rd/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | rewire house and kitchen. upgrade panel 200 amp | $15,000 | [E1900022](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900022/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [14-16 Birch Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14--16-birch-rd/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | * Remove and replace Counter tops * Remove and replace Cabinet fronts * Add Tile to bathroom Wall (Fiberglass base remains) | $1,200 | [SF1882568](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882568/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [111-115 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/111--115-grove-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Plumbing | Installing one w\|c laundry tray, lav. | $4,000 | [PL1888918](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1888918/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [75 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-grove-st/) | 0.22 mi NE | Solar | Install 11.07 kW panels. Will not exceed roof panel but will add 6" to height. 27 panels total. No ESS / Structural modifications per engineer letter. | $45,000 | [SF1877833](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877833/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [75 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-grove-st/) | 0.22 mi NE | Solar | Install 11.07 kW panels. Will not exceed roof panel but will add 6" to height. 27 panels total. No ESS / Structural modifications per engineer letter. | $45,000 | [E1877843](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1877843/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [151 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/151-grove-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Alteration or repair | Install 1 entry door for replacement. No structural changes. | $1,701 | [SF1881575](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881575/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [75 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-grove-st/) | 0.22 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Structural modifications per engineer letter. | $2,500 | [ALT1877838](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1877838/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [62 New Haven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/62-new-haven-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Electrical | Install electric for bathroom renovation 2nd floor. Upgrade service to 200 amp. | $8,500 | [E1882365](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882365/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [62 New Haven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/62-new-haven-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Plumbing | Full bath remodel | $4,000 | [PL1877897](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1877897/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [80 New Haven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80-new-haven-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Roofing | Remove the existing roofing, flashing, underlayment, and pipe boots using proper tools. Protect the property with tarps, remove all debris, and install new underlayment and asphalt shingles in accordance with State Building Code and the manufacturer's installation guidelines. | $14,690 | [SF1874196](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874196/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [108 Glenellen Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108-glenellen-rd/) | 0.23 mi N | Alteration or repair | Renovations of existing kitchen and bathrooms. No change to building footprint. | $100,000 | [SF1852696](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852696/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [111-115 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/111--115-grove-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | unit #1. Replace existing FPE panel in unit, install laundry hookup in converted linen closet | $5,000 | [E1879582](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879582/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [111-115 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/111--115-grove-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Bathroom and Closet Modification | $20,100 | [SF1877347](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877347/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [28 Bungalow Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-bungalow-rd/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace existing rear deck with a new pressure-treated wood deck of the same size and footprint. Remove and replace existing front landing and stairs with a new landing and stair assembly matching the existing size and style. Interior work to include reframing of a downstairs office | $15,000 | [SF1861373](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861373/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [83 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/83-grove-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID - 163478687) | $3,000 | [SF1861625](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861625/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [62 New Haven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/62-new-haven-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Renovation of second floor full bathroom; remove existing fixtures and tile flooring and replace with new fixtures and tiles. | $68,310 | [SF1873360](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873360/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [80 New Haven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80-new-haven-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 20.09 KW 49 panels NO BATTERY STORAGE | $136,500 | [SF1861665](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861665/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [80 New Haven St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80-new-haven-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 20.09 KW 49 panels NO BATTERY STORAGE | $136,500 | [E1861666](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861666/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [87 Crosstown Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/87-crosstown-av/) | 0.21 mi W | Electrical | 200 amp service upgrade and install two disconnects | $7,750 | [E1863310](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863310/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [111-115 Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/111--115-grove-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | Unit 7 100 amp panel replacement whole home surge protector | $2,927 | [E1860253](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860253/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [81 Crosstown Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/81-crosstown-av/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Weatherization, Insulation, Air Sealing | $3,867 | [SF1844545](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844545/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [87 Crosstown Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/87-crosstown-av/) | 0.21 mi W | Plumbing | Hybrid water heater | $2,500 | [PL1852168](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1852168/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [89 Crosstown Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/89-crosstown-av/) | 0.21 mi W | Plumbing | replace existing tub valve only with new tub valve only | $1,500 | [PL1847517](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1847517/) |

## 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Approved | Apr 16, 2026 | 109 Vogel St | 720 ft SW | To remove existing roof and build second story addition… | [BOA1798927](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2025-11-17 |

## More on this street

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

- [2542 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2542-centre-st/): newest permit Nov 25, 2024
- [2543 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2543-centre-st/): newest permit Jun 11, 2026
- [2526 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2526-centre-st/): newest permit Oct 16, 2025
- [2555 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2555-centre-st/): newest permit Apr 16, 2025
- [2504 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2504-centre-st/): newest permit Apr 22, 2025
- [2481 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2481-centre-st/): newest permit Dec 18, 2024
- [2606 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2606-centre-st/): newest permit Jun 1, 2026
- [2618 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2618-centre-st/): newest permit Jun 27, 2025
- [2454 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2454-centre-st/): newest permit May 5, 2025
- [2634 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2634-centre-st/): newest permit Jan 24, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-08 21:17 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 59 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2538-centre-st/