# Building permits at 26 Emerson St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: an $8.4M alteration or repair at 75-77 Dorchester St, permitted Aug 13.

Four permits on record here. The newest, Oct 15, 2025: Installation of new bathroom in basement. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 111 more permits (106 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.23 mi away. A zoning hearing Nov 5 covers 31 G St, 710 ft southwest, and 1 more address nearby.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2025 | Plumbing | Installation of new bathroom in basement | $4,500 | [PL1788144](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1788144/) |
| Oct 14, 2025 | Plumbing | Gas piping for stove | $1,500 | [G1788145](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1788145/) |
| Oct 14, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Confirming occupancy of single family home. | Not listed | [ALT1777120](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1777120/) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Remove existing vinyl replace w/hardie backer siding front and back of house, install trim at windows, doors and corners of building, install 3 new windows, one door at rear of house. Install Tyvek w/l z fold optional insulation if needed add bathroom in basement. | $2,100 | [SF1757147](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1757147/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 3 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 23, 2026 | [509-511 E Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/509--511-e-second-st/) | 110 ft N | Plumbing | Gas furnace replacement | $2,500 | [G1888067](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1888067/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [34 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-emerson-st/) | 65 ft E | Plumbing | Gas furnace replacement. | $10,000 | [G1868349](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1868349/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [11 Dorchester St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-dorchester-st/) | 240 ft NW | Electrical | Install 8 new emergency battery lights, replace one existing emergency battery light, install two lights near rooftop equipment for service. Replace one existing light on the roof access house and relocate generator EPO switch from outside to inside. | $6,850 | [E1854978](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1854978/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 57 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2026 | [525-527 E Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/525--527-e-second-st/) | 260 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Bathroom remodel changing fixtures and tiles | $15,000 | [SF1909786](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1909786/) |
| Oct 15, 2026 | [342 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/342-w-third-st/) | 490 ft W | Alteration or repair | Tub to tub conversion in 1st floor bathroom. Tub to tub conversion in basement bathroom, install flooring (352 W 3rd St APT 8) | $32,789 | [SF1904433](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904433/) |
| Oct 14, 2026 | [592 E Fourth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/592-e-fourth-st/) | 860 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Remove & replace 12 windows; like for like size; no structural changes | $52,373 | [SF1905170](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1905170/) |
| Oct 9, 2026 | [86 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/86-emerson-st/) | 540 ft E | Roofing | strip and re-roof 13 sq EPDM rubber roofing | $14,075 | [SF1908527](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1908527/) |
| Oct 8, 2026 | [303 Bolton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/303-bolton-st/) | 480 ft W | Plumbing | basement - bath toilet lav shower water piping | $6,800 | [PL1907836](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1907836/) |
| Oct 8, 2026 | [402 W Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/402-w-second-st/) | 680 ft NW | Plumbing | Convert 2 tubs to showers Replace 2 kitchen sinks Replace 2 vanities Replace 2 toilets | $9,000 | [PL1906720](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1906720/) |
| Oct 8, 2026 | [120-126 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/120--126-emerson-st/) | 810 ft E | Sign | Installation of (1) wall sign Illuminated 1'8"x7'11-1/16" "Gong cha" | $15,304 | [ALT1897251](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1897251/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [405-407 E Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/405--407-e-third-st/) | 260 ft SW | Plumbing | Replace water heater in basement | $1,800 | [PL1899155](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1899155/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [405-407 E Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/405--407-e-third-st/) | 260 ft SW | Plumbing | Reconnect gas to water heater in basement | $400 | [G1899159](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1899159/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [27 G St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-g-st/) | 650 ft SW | Plumbing | Reconnect the gas to the water heater | $400 | [G1848652](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1848652/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [75-77 Dorchester St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75--77-dorchester-st/) | 670 ft SW | Electrical | install all grounding needed for new transformer vault, Stub new pvc pipes to the street and electrical room for future service | $2,000 | [E1907961](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1907961/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [30-32 H St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--32-h-st/) | 470 ft E | Demolition | Complete demolition of the existing building at 30 H Street, South Boston, including removal and disposal of demolition debris.Dig Safe2026360727 | $35,000 | [SF1906857](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1906857/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [2 H St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-h-st/) | 650 ft NE | Plumbing | 1 fireplace on first floor and 1 generator on the roof. | $5,000 | [G1906565](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1906565/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [506 E Fourth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/506-e-fourth-st/) | 860 ft SW | Plumbing | National Grid meter swap detected possible gas leak so pressure test and repairs as needed | $500 | [G1903932](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1903932/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [342 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/342-w-third-st/) | 490 ft W | Plumbing | Tub to tub conversion in 1st floor bathroom. Tub to tub conversion in basement bathroom, replace lav, remove & reinstall toilet (352 W Third St, APT 8) | $8,000 | [PL1904437](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1904437/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [34 H St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-h-st/) | 510 ft E | Plumbing | Gas plumbing installation for one (1) 90,000 BTU natural gas-fired furnace serving Unit 1R at 34–36 H St. Work includes installation and connection of the gas piping from the existing gas supply to the furnace, installation of required gas shutoff valve and fittings, and connection to the furnace. | $785,200 | [G1903988](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1903988/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [14 I St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-i-st/) | 940 ft E | Plumbing | Rough and finish full bathroom | $5,000 | [PL1903972](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1903972/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [82 H St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/82-h-st/) | 760 ft SE | Plumbing | Install State 50 Gallon, Gas Hot Water Heater in the Basement. | $1,500 | [PL1886771](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1886771/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [82 H St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/82-h-st/) | 760 ft SE | Plumbing | Install State 50 Gallon, Gas Hot Water Heater in the Basement. | $1,500 | [G1886777](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1886777/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [541 E Fourth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/541-e-fourth-st/) | 790 ft S | Alteration or repair | Repairs to space after water damage from the refrigerator in the unit above. | $57,000 | [SF1900224](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900224/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [6 G St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-g-st/) | 340 ft SW | Roofing | strip and re-roof *EPDM Rubber Roof | $19,000 | [SF1895017](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895017/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [303 Bolton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/303-bolton-st/) | 480 ft W | Alteration or repair | Gut remodel bathroom - existing layout | $27,000 | [SF1897313](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897313/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [541 E Fourth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/541-e-fourth-st/) | 790 ft S | Electrical | Install of a sub panel reconnecting all existing kitchen branch cicuits to the new sub-panel instal of recessed lights install and reconnect of kitchen lighting switches provide afci/gfci protection where required by code | $5,100 | [E1897733](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1897733/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [2 G St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-g-st/) | 320 ft SW | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install for 331 E 3rd St Apt 401 | $1,200 | [ELV1896995](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1896995/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [132-134 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/132--134-emerson-st/) | 870 ft E | Plumbing | 3rd floor kitchen renovation adding laundry to kitchen and adding sink and toilet to bathroom. | $6,000 | [PL1895444](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1895444/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [2 G St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-g-st/) | 320 ft SW | Alteration or repair | 5 double hung replacement windows | $7,800 | [SF1895967](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895967/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [132-134 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/132--134-emerson-st/) | 870 ft E | Electrical | Panel Upgrade, bathroom fan swap, and 5 new dedicated circuits for a washer, dryer, microwave, dishwasher and disposal | $5,000 | [E1891223](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1891223/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [78 H St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/78-h-st/) | 730 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Replace decking and railings on existing 12 x 20 deck. No Structural changes. SF Occupancy confirmed on ALT1802657 | $4,000 | [SF1894695](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894695/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [132-134 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/132--134-emerson-st/) | 870 ft E | Plumbing | replace tub to shower | $1,500 | [PL1887332](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1887332/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [175 F St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/175-f-st/) | 980 ft NW | Electrical | Erect 100A temp service all grounding / bonding. UA 28472649 | $1,000 | [ETS1886693](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1886693/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [75-77 Dorchester St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75--77-dorchester-st/) | 670 ft SW | Alteration or repair | ;Foundation only permit;*Existing structures on lot/s to be razed on the separately reviewed and approved demolition permit filed under;sf1827415. | $8,406,316 | [FND1837027](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/FND1837027/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [14 I St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-i-st/) | 940 ft E | Alteration or repair | wiring electric car charger | $1,900 | [E1880896](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1880896/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [15 I St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-i-st/) | 860 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Rebuild existing roof deck in the same shape size and location and the existing deck | $39,000 | [SF1868220](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868220/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [39-43 Dorchester St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39--43-dorchester-st/) | 310 ft W | Plumbing | Gas WH replacement in Apt 2 39 Dorchester St | $2,500 | [PL1874583](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1874583/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [39-43 Dorchester St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39--43-dorchester-st/) | 310 ft W | Plumbing | Gas WH replacement in Apt 2 39 Dorchester St | $2,500 | [G1874574](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1874574/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [469 E Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/469-e-third-st/) | 550 ft E | Electrical | Wire single family home | $37,000 | [E1874472](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874472/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [14 I St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-i-st/) | 940 ft E | Alteration or repair | Demolish existing bathroom, closet, office. Build new bathroom, closet, office. | $100,000 | [SF1871661](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1871661/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [8 Barnard Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-barnard-pl/) | 970 ft E | Alteration or repair | Replacement of 1 window and 2 doors | $9,000 | [SF1866863](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1866863/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [132-134 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/132--134-emerson-st/) | 870 ft E | Other | Tub to shower conversion | $18,000 | [SF1868643](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868643/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [559a-559d E Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/559a--559d-e-second-st/) | 650 ft E | Alteration or repair | Installation and wiring of replacement mixed system into existing ductwork consisting of two condensers, one air handler, and one mini split head. Provide and wire one tankless gas water heater (all plumbing to be subcontracted) | $16,132 | [SF1866877](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1866877/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [559a-559d E Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/559a--559d-e-second-st/) | 650 ft E | Plumbing | Replacing a tankless combi Boiler with a tankless water heater | $4,840 | [G1866881](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1866881/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [559a-559d E Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/559a--559d-e-second-st/) | 650 ft E | Electrical | Installation and wiring of replacement mixed system into existing ductwork consisting of two condensers, one air handler, and one mini split head. Provide and wire one tankless gas water heater (all plumbing to be subcontracted) | $5,377 | [E1866886](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1866886/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [120-126 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/120--126-emerson-st/) | 810 ft E | Electrical | 200 amp Delta 3 phase service | $9,000 | [E1859875](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1859875/) |
| Jun 19, 2026 | [120-126 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/120--126-emerson-st/) | 810 ft E | Electrical | To install all of the electrical including: - Lighting (normal + emergency) - Power distribution (receptacles + equipment) - Low voltage (data/phone) - Equipment connections (kitchen) | $53,000 | [E1855204](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1855204/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [120-126 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/120--126-emerson-st/) | 810 ft E | Plumbing | We are installing a grease trap and electric hot water heater in the basement. We will be installing 5 sinks, 1 ice maker, 1 ice well, 2 coffee makers, 1 steamers machine and 1 hot water dispenser. | $40,000 | [PL1859336](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1859336/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [75-77 Dorchester St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75--77-dorchester-st/) | 670 ft SW | Demolition | Demolition of existing brick structure at 77 Dorchester and wood structure at 75 Dorchester St. in preparation for new construction under ERT1753876.Dig Safe#20262308673 | $50,000 | [SF1827415](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1827415/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [43 G St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-g-st/) | 860 ft SW | Plumbing | water heater @ 45 | $650 | [PL1855089](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1855089/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [43 G St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-g-st/) | 860 ft SW | Plumbing | water heater replacement @ 45 | $650 | [G1855087](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1855087/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [27 G St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-g-st/) | 650 ft SW | Plumbing | Replace water heater in the basement | $1,800 | [PL1848647](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1848647/) |
| May 24, 2026 | [175 F St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/175-f-st/) | 980 ft NW | Plumbing | 9 Residential units new construction | $180,000 | [PL1851585](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1851585/) |
| May 24, 2026 | [175 F St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/175-f-st/) | 980 ft NW | Plumbing | 9 Residential Units New Construction | $52,500 | [G1851587](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1851587/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [120-126 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/120--126-emerson-st/) | 810 ft E | Alteration or repair | Adding Gong Cha (Bubble Tea) to an existing empty commercial space. Use is conditional so ZBA is required. Opening Hours will be 10AM-11PM. Takeout will be available. Items being sold are Bubble Tea, Waffles and Ice Cream. [ePlans] | $130,000 | [ALT1705858](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1705858/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [455-457 E First St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/455--457-e-first-st/) | 540 ft NE | Plumbing | Run a exposed indirect drain from prep sink to floor basin with correct air gap | $2,650 | [PL1850673](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1850673/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [17 I St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-i-st/) | 860 ft E | Plumbing | Replace gas water heater for apt 3 | $1,100 | [PL1848213](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1848213/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [17 I St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-i-st/) | 860 ft E | Plumbing | Replace gas water heater for apt 3 | $1,100 | [G1848215](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1848215/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [469 E Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/469-e-third-st/) | 550 ft E | Plumbing | Single Family New Construction | $30,000 | [PL1846314](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1846314/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [469 E Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/469-e-third-st/) | 550 ft E | Plumbing | Single Family New Construction | $10,000 | [G1846315](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1846315/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 51 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2026 | [503 E First St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/503-e-first-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Roofing | - EPDM Membrane Replacement - EPDM Roof replacement - Roof extensions over Units 3 and 4 -. - 5" Seamless Aluminum Gutter | $10,680 | [SF1905751](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1905751/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [347 W Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/347-w-second-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Plumbing | Replace water heater in the basement | $1,800 | [PL1862226](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1862226/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [347 W Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/347-w-second-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Plumbing | Reconnect gas to the water heater | $400 | [G1862231](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1862231/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [2 Atlantic St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-atlantic-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Alteration or repair | to construct a 8x14 shed not to be lived in or for commercial use | $9,512 | [ALT1901144](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1901144/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [353-361 Athens St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/353--361-athens-st/) | 0.21 mi W | Roofing | Remove existing tile on tub surrounding Redo plumbing Waterproofing Install new tile around the tub Paint Install shower glass | $14,123 | [SF1900783](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900783/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [106 H St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/106-h-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Clarify Occupancy as a Single Family Residence | Not listed | [ALT1900024](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1900024/) |
| Sep 13, 2026 | [528 E Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/528-e-third-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Plumbing | Replace gas boiler with same style Hot water, single zone natural gas. Chimney vent | $2,600 | [G1899974](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1899974/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [106 H St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/106-h-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Exploratory demolition to determine condition of the structure. (internal) | $15,000 | [SF1896726](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896726/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [449 E Fifth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/449-e-fifth-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Confirm living space in basement (bedroom, bathroom and storage/mech), no addl units remaining single family w/finished basement. Upgrade existing window well to current code as per plans. Boston Archive has no original plans. No chg to building envelope. Cost of work paid on SF1815823. | $15,000 | [ALT1897530](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1897530/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [507 E Fifth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/507-e-fifth-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Confirming occupancy of single family home | Not listed | [ALT1886762](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1886762/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [517-519 E Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/517--519-e-third-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | Install wiring for AC system Install new light fixtures Remove as much old AC cable | $10,000 | [E1895291](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1895291/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [653 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/653-summer-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Alteration or repair | demo | $10,000 | [E1886910](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1886910/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [653 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/653-summer-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | make safe of water piping for building demo | $2,000 | [PL1887220](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1887220/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [432-434 E Sixth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/432--434-e-sixth-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Plumbing | We model full bathroom. Install kitchen sink and laundry. | $5,500 | [PL1886733](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1886733/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [432-434 E Sixth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/432--434-e-sixth-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Plumbing | Install new gastove | $750 | [G1886734](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1886734/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [148-150 F St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/148--150-f-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Plumbing | Replace existing tub shower valve and drain with new tub shower valve and drain | $1,895 | [PL1886903](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1886903/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [653 Summer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/653-summer-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | make safe of gas piping for building demo | $2,000 | [G1887218](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1887218/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [8 Atlantic St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-atlantic-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | 3 floor bedroom: Fix general use wall receptacles, switches, device boxes and branch circuit and add 5 new general use wall receptacles | $1,400 | [E1882435](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882435/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [432-434 E Sixth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/432--434-e-sixth-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Unit 2, Demo & Rewire, New Panel | $18,000 | [E1880337](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1880337/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [503 E Fifth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/503-e-fifth-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Unit #3- Replacing broken and damaged boards on roof-deck. Secure and install loose and missing railings and ballusters. Paintings and Pressure cleaning. All work Non-Structural. | $9,500 | [SF1880257](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880257/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [8 Atlantic St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-atlantic-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Building a Partition Wall with Misc. Carpentry, Painting and electrical | $35,555 | [SF1875444](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875444/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [61 Story St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61-story-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Repair / Replace as needed existing rooftop deck and hand rails. Could not locate original rooftop building permit. As a result, inspectional services indicated a stamped set of drawings would be required | $12,000 | [ALT1863323](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1863323/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [509 E First St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/509-e-first-st/) | 0.22 mi NE | Electrical | Install level 2 charger for unit 4 apartment in garage | $1,500 | [E1878834](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1878834/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [350 W Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/350-w-second-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Plumbing | Remodeling. 1st Floor: 1 kitchen sink, 1 garbage disposal, 2 toilets, 2 lavatories, and 1 shower stall. | $7,000 | [PL1875568](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1875568/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [432-434 E Sixth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/432--434-e-sixth-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Interior renovations including kitchen, bath, flooring, walls, all in the existing location. | $169,848 | [SF1872243](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1872243/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [350 W Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/350-w-second-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Primary Bathroom - replace tile, vanity, sink and faucet, shower trim, shower door, toilet, vanity lights. Secondary Bathroom - install new vanity and toilet. Kitchen - Replace island lights, backsplash, and countertops. Install kitchen sink and disposal. | $38,250 | [SF1865377](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1865377/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [449 E Fifth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/449-e-fifth-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Electrical | Electrician to upgrade Service from 100amp to 200amp and install wiring associated with renovation of this property as specified | $20,000 | [E1871806](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1871806/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [618 E Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/618-e-second-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Plumbing | Install new shower valve & drain. Toilet & vanity remaining same location. | $3,000 | [PL1870357](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1870357/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [517-519 E Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/517--519-e-third-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | Service upgrade 200 to 400 | $10,000 | [E1861566](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861566/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [526 E Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/526-e-third-st/) | 0.23 mi E | New building | On vacant lot, erect new 4-story, 3-unit residential building with garage &; roof deck as per plans submitted.e[plans] filed. | Not listed | [ERT1606403](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1606403/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [618 E Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/618-e-second-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Alteration or repair | remove existing tiles, and retile around shower, change shower mixer, reinstall toilet and sink | $39,150 | [SF1866909](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1866909/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [458-460 E Sixth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/458--460-e-sixth-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Alteration or repair | replace deck beam and hardware per plans and contract attached | $11,946 | [SF1864441](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864441/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [477 E Fourth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/477-e-fourth-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Plumbing | Wet bar in the basement on a pump | $1,000 | [PL1862107](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1862107/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [477 E Fourth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/477-e-fourth-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Electrical | 2 counter outlets; | $400 | [E1861631](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861631/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [112 H St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/112-h-st/) | 0.21 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy of existing 3 family; | Not listed | [ALT1855589](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1855589/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [616 E Fourth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/616-e-fourth-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | Plumbing | Install Rinnai Combination Gas Boiler in a Second Floor, Mechanical Room. | $3,500 | [PL1854996](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1854996/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [616 E Fourth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/616-e-fourth-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | Plumbing | Install Rinnai Combination Gas Boiler in a Second Floor Mechanical Room. | $3,500 | [G1855011](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1855011/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [9-11 Linley Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9--11-linley-te/) | 0.19 mi E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of a Custom Comfort 18,000 BTU Xtreme Heat Pump Unit. Installation of a Custom Comfort 12,000 BTU wall-mounted ductless unit. Installation of a Custom Comfort 6,000 BTU wall-mounted ductless unit. | $12,273 | [SF1857142](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857142/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [190 F St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/190-f-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | Replacing 17 light fixture in basement due to water damage | $3,200 | [E1858728](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858728/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [9-11 Linley Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9--11-linley-te/) | 0.19 mi E | Electrical | - New GFCI - New dedicated circuit | $1,050 | [E1857145](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857145/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [70 G St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/70-g-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Roofing | Strip and reroof | $8,900 | [SF1857663](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857663/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [454-456 E Sixth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/454--456-e-sixth-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Plumbing | 4 inch pipe lining from house 35 feet to clay pipe | $9,500 | [PL1853379](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1853379/) |
| May 23, 2026 | [517-519 E Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/517--519-e-third-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Fire systems | installing a 50 point addressable fire alarm system, Installing Fire. Sprinkler system with pumps in the basement plan will be submitted with Attachments | $68,915 | [ALT1843495](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1843495/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [72 G St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/72-g-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Plumbing | rough and finish plumbing work for 4 full baths 3 kitchens 3 laundries | $60,000 | [PL1799281](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1799281/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [517-519 E Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/517--519-e-third-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | Re wire unit 1/2 | $36,000 | [E1839637](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1839637/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [503 E First St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/503-e-first-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Removing and replacing 4 windows, replacing like with like, no structural changes. | $13,169 | [SF1843800](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843800/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [449 E Fifth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/449-e-fifth-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Plumbing | Renovate kitchen laundry and 2 bathrooms New bathroom and tankless water heater in basement | $12,000 | [PL1848305](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1848305/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [449 E Fifth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/449-e-fifth-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Plumbing | Gas piping to tankless dryer stove and bbq | $4,000 | [G1848309](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1848309/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [291 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/291-w-third-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Remove 1 existing door and replacing with 1 new door. No structural work | $3,852 | [SF1844246](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844246/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [5 Emmet St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-emmet-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Roofing | EPDM roof replacement - strip existing roof to decking - inspect decking and replace as need -install insulation board - install EPDM membrane - flash penetrations | $16,700 | [SF1845220](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845220/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [70 G St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/70-g-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Tub to shower remodel with an acrylic replacement unit and prefabricated base. Replace fixture and valve. No structural work. | $15,012 | [SF1843642](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843642/) |

## 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 | Nov 5, 2026 | 31 G St | 710 ft SW | To add two level back deck on existing house accessed from first floor back sliding door | [BOA1894075](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Scheduled" | 2026-08-25 |
| Requested | Nov 5, 2026 | 23 Linden St | 0.21 mi SW | Zoning appeal: "This project will consist of two new dormer additions to the attic floor…" | [BOA1876006](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Scheduled" | 2026-07-22 |
| Requested |  | 526 E Third St | 0.23 mi E | Zoning appeal: "Amendment to permit…" | [BOA1902702](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-09-21 |
| Requested |  | 3 Fourth Street Pl | 850 ft S | To construct new 12'x12' deck over existing 2-story addition, including framing, composite decking, railings | [BOA1881028](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-07-31 |
| Requested |  | 527 E Broadway | 530 ft S | To add a new 15 foot square roof deck on the back roof the the building accessed by a new exterior stair… | [BOA1861722](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-06-16 |
| Requested |  | 485 E First St | 890 ft NE | To change the use from commercial to mixed use | [BOA1852225](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-05-21 |
| Requested |  | 273 Bolton St | 770 ft W | To build proposed 4 story residential unit building | [BOA1833187](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-03-25 |
| No decision posted | Oct 6, 2026 | 350 Athens St | 980 ft W | Zoning appeal: "A new construction, six unit residential condominium building w/elevator…" | [BOA1827083](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Concluded" | 2026-03-11 |
| Approved | Sep 22, 2026 | 425 E Third St | 140 ft S | To erect 4 story, 2 family building over parking | [BOA1749425](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "ZBA Decision Finalized", decision "AppProv" | 2025-07-17 |
| Approved | Sep 8, 2026 | 442 E Fifth St | 0.19 mi S | To renovate existing unfinished basement to an apartment | [BOA1850638](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "ZBA Decision Finalized", decision "Approved" | 2026-05-18 |
| Approved | Sep 8, 2026 | 368 Athens St | 820 ft W | To combine two lots at 364 and 368 Athens St to create one parcel and build a new six unit residential… | [BOA1857851](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "ZBA Decision Finalized", decision "AppProv" | 2026-06-04 |
| Approved | Sep 8, 2026 | 460 W Broadway | 840 ft W | Zoning appeal: "Proposed adaptive re-use of vacant former bank building" | [BOA1864808](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "ZBA Decision Finalized", decision "Approved" | 2026-06-25 |
| Approved | Sep 8, 2026 | 555 to 567 E Broadway | 580 ft SE | Zoning appeal; the description is on the city's appeal tracker. | [BOA1855511](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "AppProv" | 2026-05-28 |
| Approved | Jul 14, 2026 | 556 E Broadway | 460 ft SE | To change the occupancy from a 3 family to a 2 family | [BOA1834696](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-03-31 |
| Withdrawn |  | 524 E Broadway | 330 ft S | Zoning appeal: "Provide an easement to allow vehicles to pass over the property to both parking behind 524…" | [BOA1792286](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Withdrawn" | 2025-10-28 |

Boston's decision codes, from its data dictionary (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/37d2e087-ce02-4090-bfdf-22de1ada3b23/resource/e11dcfa5-6f6f-4999-abc3-741f53c6731f/download/zba-data-dictionary.pdf): AppProv, "approved with conditions".

## More on this street

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

- [34 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-emerson-st/): newest permit Jul 7, 2026
- [53 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/53-emerson-st/): newest permit Oct 15, 2024
- [86 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/86-emerson-st/): newest permit Oct 9, 2026
- [90 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/90-emerson-st/): newest permit Dec 19, 2024
- [120-126 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/120--126-emerson-st/): newest permit Oct 8, 2026
- [132-134 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/132--134-emerson-st/): newest permit Sep 1, 2026
- [172 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/172-emerson-st/): newest permit Apr 10, 2026
- [192 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/192-emerson-st/): newest permit Apr 14, 2026
- [206 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/206-emerson-st/): newest permit Nov 3, 2025
- [245-247 Emerson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/245--247-emerson-st/): newest permit Sep 8, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-18 00:00 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 17, 22:47 UTC.

Map, all 4 permits at this address and 111 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-emerson-st/