# Building permits at 257 Temple St, Boston, MA

20 permits issued within a quarter mile in the last 30 days, at least twice the monthly pace before that.

Eight permits on record here. The newest, Dec 17, 2025: Residential weatherization/air sealing. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 59 more permits (57 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 17, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (846308505) | $3,000 | [SF1805817](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1805817/) |
| Feb 15, 2022 | Plumbing | Replace Furnace | $6,500 | [G1294923](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1294923/) |
| Jun 22, 2016 | Plumbing | kitchen and baths | $15,000 | [PL604552](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL604552/) |
| Jun 22, 2016 | Plumbing | 2 boilers 1 stove 1 water heater | $5,000 | [G604563](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G604563/) |
| Jun 20, 2016 | Alteration or repair | Furnish and install CertainTeed(TM) vinyl siding and Harvey Building Products(TM) vinyl replacement windows w/ Low-E/Argon. Renovate existing Kitchen and two bathrooms. | $65,000 | [SF597476](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF597476/) |
| Jun 14, 2016 | Electrical | Wire new addition,consists of;master bedroom,master bath,family room,laundry room,main bath,half bath,kitchen,dining room,add sub panel in laundry room,add smoke alarms/co's.wire 3rd floor with full bath. | $15,000 | [E602378](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E602378/) |
| Mar 3, 2016 | Addition | Add 23' x 18' two-story addition at rear of existing single family. | $145,000 | [ALT562142](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT562142/) |
| Feb 3, 2016 | Alteration or repair | Demo existing kitchen. | $10,000 | [SF559407](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF559407/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 23, 2026 | [181 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/181-perham-st/) | 300 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Remodel kitchen and 2 1/2 bathrooms and add full bathroom Replace windows flooring interior trim and doors board and plaster | $224,730 | [SF1903730](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1903730/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [377 Baker St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/377-baker-st/) | 820 ft SW | Electrical | rewire dwelling | $15,000 | [E1902760](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1902760/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [23 Bertson Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-bertson-av/) | 760 ft NE | Roofing | Strip & re-roof existing shingles/roofing, replace existing ridge vent, ice/water & drip edges, chimney flashing & counter-flashing; | $15,000 | [SF1895971](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895971/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [16 Durant St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-durant-st/) | 830 ft SW | Plumbing | gas piping to install (1) boiler to replace existing | $3,500 | [G1902493](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1902493/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [280 Vermont St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/280-vermont-st/) | 750 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID - 882158) | $4,000 | [SF1895055](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895055/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [9 Carroll St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-carroll-st/) | 670 ft N | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site id-879179) yr2 | $7,000 | [SF1893899](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1893899/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [9 Carroll St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-carroll-st/) | 670 ft N | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-879179) | $7,000 | [SF1873784](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873784/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [131 Dent St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/131-dent-st/) | 860 ft E | Plumbing | * Open the necessary sections of the basement ceiling to access the existing piping. * Remove and replace the sewer branch line serving the second-floor restroom, beginning at the basement ceiling. * Replace the accessible main sewer piping through the basement, continuing to just before the foundat | $8,000 | [PL1901297](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1901297/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [370 Vermont St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/370-vermont-st/) | 540 ft SW | Electrical | installation of conduits for padmount transformer | $25,000 | [E1900324](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900324/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [59 Sherbrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-sherbrook-st/) | 690 ft SE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of a Mitsubishi 12,000 BTU wall mounted ductless unit. Installation of a Mitsubishi 6,000 BTU wall-mounted ductless unit. | $6,897 | [SF1880094](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880094/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [15 Bertson Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-bertson-av/) | 930 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Insulate Walls | $2,754 | [SF1894786](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894786/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [59 Chesbrough Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-chesbrough-rd/) | 980 ft S | Alteration or repair | Renovate existing kitchen 1st floor No Structural Work | $83,003 | [SF1881561](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881561/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [266 Vermont St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/266-vermont-st/) | 950 ft NE | Roofing | Strip roof. Install ice and water shield and synthetic underlayer. Install GAF Architect Type Roofing Shingles. | $13,050 | [SF1889517](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889517/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [105 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/105-sanborn-av/) | 820 ft S | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 1 entry door; like for like size; no structural changes | $9,416 | [SF1877945](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877945/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [14 Thurlow St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-thurlow-st/) | 980 ft E | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-877984) | $2,000 | [SF1878206](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1878206/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [59 Sherbrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-sherbrook-st/) | 690 ft SE | Electrical | Installation of a new high voltage electrical for (1) system. Includes: - New disconnect with surge protector built-in - New GFCI - New dedicated circuit - New wiring for the HVAC system | $1,050 | [E1880095](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1880095/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [20 Lasell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-lasell-st/) | 940 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Insulate rim joist. | $1,000 | [SF1877690](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877690/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [183 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/183-temple-st/) | 890 ft SE | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1875253](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1875253/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [280 Vermont St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/280-vermont-st/) | 750 ft NE | Electrical | Mini split wiring (3 Ton), Electric water heater | $1,600 | [E1867364](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1867364/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [18 Carroll St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-carroll-st/) | 700 ft N | Electrical | Wire a 10KW mini split system. | $1,200 | [E1869299](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1869299/) |
| Jul 3, 2026 | [18 Carroll St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-carroll-st/) | 700 ft N | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install Custom Comfort, Extreme Heat, 6 Zone Mini Split System. 55k Heat Pump/Condenser at Ground Level in the Rear of the House, 12k Wall Mounted Unit, Living Room, Two 9k, Wall Mounted Units for Kitchen and Laundry Area in Basement, Two 6k Wall Mounted Units for 2 Offices. | $23,000 | [SF1864950](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864950/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [280 Vermont St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/280-vermont-st/) | 750 ft NE | Plumbing | Replace Water Heater | $500 | [PL1865267](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1865267/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [228 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/228-temple-st/) | 340 ft S | Electrical | New 200 amp service panel is getting upgraded. Installing a 200 amp meter main on the outside of the building Coming up through the roof and the point of attachment is staying the same Installing new ground rods and new water ground | $10,000 | [E1860314](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860314/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [123 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/123-sanborn-av/) | 500 ft S | Alteration or repair | Replacement of existing exterior siding with Hardie Plank cement siding. | $20,000 | [SF1851665](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851665/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [311 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/311-temple-st/) | 690 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Replace all siding on house. No electrical work will be involved. | $25,000 | [SF1849427](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1849427/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [216 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/216-temple-st/) | 440 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Replace existing siding and roofing and some interior works | $50,000 | [SF1850859](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850859/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [30 Bertson Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-bertson-av/) | 690 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Installation of (2) Sliding Patio Doors | $16,082 | [SF1843528](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843528/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [28 Lasell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-lasell-st/) | 940 ft NW | Electrical | Install new subpanel on 2 nd floor and rewire 3 bedrooms | $2,000 | [E1842743](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1842743/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [15 Bertson Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-bertson-av/) | 930 ft NE | Addition | Build a two story addition on the rear of the house and renovate the kitchen. | $200,000 | [ALT1788610](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1788610/) |

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [990 Vfw Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/990-vfw-pw/) | 0.20 mi W | Alteration or repair | UNIT 301 - remove damage floor and replace with new flooring. New baseboard. New insulation, blueboard & plaster in damaged area. some electric & some plumbing. The Unit to be painted. | $44,500 | [SF1903026](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1903026/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [45 Chesbrough Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-chesbrough-rd/) | 0.24 mi S | Roofing | Remove existing wood shingles siding, Install new James Hardie shingles siding | $40,000 | [SF1900435](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900435/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [615 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/615-lagrange-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-878223) | $8,000 | [SF1894518](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894518/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [50 Dow Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-dow-rd/) | 0.20 mi S | Electrical | Replace/ add circuits for outlets, switches dishwasher and light fixtures in kitchen. | $5,000 | [E1900363](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900363/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [50 Dow Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-dow-rd/) | 0.20 mi S | Plumbing | reconnecting kitchen sink in single-family dwelling | $500 | [PL1900208](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1900208/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [50 Dow Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-dow-rd/) | 0.20 mi S | Plumbing | Connecting gas stove in single-family dwelling | $500 | [G1900211](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1900211/) |
| Sep 12, 2026 | [50 Dow Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-dow-rd/) | 0.20 mi S | Alteration or repair | Kitchen Renovation | $16,000 | [SF1890578](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890578/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [37 Cotuit St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-cotuit-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | plumbing for single family home 4 baths kitchen laundry | $20,000 | [PL1900041](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1900041/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [37 Cotuit St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-cotuit-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | gas piping for house renovation | $5,000 | [G1900042](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1900042/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [37 Cotuit St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-cotuit-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Electrical | Wiring for data points throughout house | $2,000 | [ELV1900474](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1900474/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [37 Cotuit St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-cotuit-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Fire systems | Wiring for local smoke detectors | $4,000 | [EFA1900477](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1900477/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [37 Cotuit St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-cotuit-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Electrical | Rewire single family house. 3 beds 4 baths | $28,000 | [E1900473](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900473/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [9 Temple Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-temple-te/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 9 windows, like for like, same size, no structural changes | $25,425 | [SF1895039](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895039/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [45 Chesbrough Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-chesbrough-rd/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Insulate the attic | $3,116 | [SF1880394](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880394/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [28 Dow Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-dow-rd/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | Insulating two attics with blown in cellulose | $7,122 | [SF1890212](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890212/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [644 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/644-lagrange-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Fixing threshold on back of house | Not listed | [SF1886479](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886479/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [92 Perham St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/92-perham-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Roofing | Remove & Replace entire roof | $19,520 | [SF1877734](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877734/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [644 Lagrange St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/644-lagrange-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Fixing the wood on the outside of the house due to damage from tree branch; | Not listed | [SF1883569](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1883569/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [78 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/78-sanborn-av/) | 0.22 mi S | Plumbing | water heater | $650 | [PL1882869](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1882869/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [78 Sanborn Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/78-sanborn-av/) | 0.22 mi S | Plumbing | water heater | $650 | [G1882867](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1882867/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [53 Chesbrough Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/53-chesbrough-rd/) | 0.20 mi S | Roofing | Remove and Replace Existing Asphalt Shingle Roof, Install New 4" Broan Bathroom Exhaust Vent, Install New 8" Broan Kitchen Vent, Replace all Pipe Flashing, Install New Baffled Ridge Vent, Remove Existing Chimney Flashing and Replace. | $17,361 | [SF1875342](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875342/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [990 Vfw Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/990-vfw-pw/) | 0.20 mi W | Alteration or repair | (Unit 101) Interior renovation of water-damaged condominium unit including replacement of hardwood flooring, kitchen cabinets/countertops, bathroom remodel with walk-in shower, drywall and ceiling repairs, finish carpentry, painting, and associated plumbing and electrical reconnections. | $50,500 | [SF1874163](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874163/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [342 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/342-temple-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Alteration or repair | This is a backyard renovation with no modifications to current home. Wish to add: pool, patio, pergola, and shed to the current backyard. Working with CJ Pickering Enterprises for pool and patio installation. Pergola is homeowner assemble/install. The shed premade/delivered by Skip's outdoor shed | $97,480 | [ALT1839504](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1839504/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [19 Sherbrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-sherbrook-st/) | 0.19 mi E | Alteration or repair | Replace Existing Deck. No change to dimensions. | $25,000 | [SF1862124](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862124/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [18 Pender St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-pender-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | remove old deck and stairs build new deck and stairs | $7,500 | [ALT1871976](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1871976/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [15 Sherbrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-sherbrook-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | Updating the Existing Solar Mods and Inverter Old - 16 Trina 245PA05 Inverter PVI 3.6-OUTD New - 16 Trina 275PD05.05 (1) Delta E4_BDI // RPI402EBDI0T2-E. Apsmart rsd-s-plc | $5,000 | [E1850211](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850211/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [10 Amesbury St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-amesbury-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Roofing | Insulation Removal Walls - Wood Shingle - 4in Dense Pack Cellulose Walls - Wood Shingle - 4in Dense Pack Cellulose Walls - Wood Shingle - 4in Dense Pack Cellulose Walls - Wood Shingle - 4in Dense Pack Cellulose Kneewall Slope - 2in Thermal Barrier Polyiso Kneewall Gable Wall - 2in Thermal Barrier Po | $6,316 | [SF1842404](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1842404/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [990 Vfw Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/990-vfw-pw/) | 0.20 mi W | Alteration or repair | wiring kitchen | $4,200 | [E1855622](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1855622/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [990 Vfw Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/990-vfw-pw/) | 0.20 mi W | Electrical | Working in units 101,201,301 and 401 Checked out all electrical panels and light fixtures due to flood | $5,000 | [E1855156](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1855156/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [37 Cotuit St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-cotuit-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Demo kitchen, bathrooms, first floor ceilings & second floor walls & ceilings. Demo front porch & back deck. Build new decks the same size. Bring electrical & plumbing up to code. Install new windows. Blue board & plaster. Paint interior & exterior of house. | $220,000 | [SF1843809](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843809/) |

## 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No decision posted | Sep 22, 2026 | 21 Cotuit St | 920 ft SW | Zoning appeal: "This will be a new single-family house and will not include any installation or modification…" | [BOA1830082](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Concluded" | 2026-03-20 |

## More on this street

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

- [261 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/261-temple-st/): newest permit Jul 18, 2025
- [251 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/251-temple-st/): newest permit May 16, 2025
- [247 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/247-temple-st/): newest permit Apr 9, 2025
- [268 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/268-temple-st/): newest permit Dec 10, 2025
- [242 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/242-temple-st/): newest permit Oct 22, 2025
- [280 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/280-temple-st/): newest permit Jan 30, 2025
- [228 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/228-temple-st/): newest permit Jun 15, 2026
- [297 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/297-temple-st/): newest permit Jan 14, 2025
- [216 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/216-temple-st/): newest permit May 19, 2026
- [207 Temple St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/207-temple-st/): newest permit Apr 14, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-09 22:44 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 8 permits at this address and 59 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/257-temple-st/