# Building permits at 268-274 Centre St, Boston, MA

33 permits on record here. The newest, Nov 18, 2025: Install a led channel letter sign and window vinyl. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 37 more permits (35 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 18, 2025 | Sign | Install a led channel letter sign and window vinyl. | $7,910 | [ALT1797641](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1797641/) |
| May 6, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Removing the proviso @ 270 Centre Street. | Not listed | [ALT1652410](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1652410/) |
| Jan 10, 2023 | Plumbing | Replacing gas dryers in laundry room(s) @ 270 centre street, jamaica plain, ma | $210 | [G1431057](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1431057/) |
| Nov 3, 2016 | Electrical | Installation of energy management system on walk-in coolers. | $5,000 | [ELV652994](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV652994/) |
| May 13, 2014 | Alteration or repair | Il Panino Cafe &; Grill -; Increase number of Occupants in Restaurant from 24 persons to 48 persons | $1,000 | [ALT350896](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT350896/) |
| May 21, 2012 | Sign | Installation of (3) sets fabricated face lit letters "LAUNDROMAT" - all 120" wide (1) 13/375"x43" fabricated internally illuminated 3" deep oval blade sign "Jackson Square Laundromat" per BRA Design approval | $7,770 | [ALT133209](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT133209/) |
| Mar 29, 2012 | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy to amend permit # ALT72023 to include use item #36A - takeout for restaurant. Work reflected on previous permit. Douglas Wohn original plan examiner; Name of restaurant is "Boston's seafood and BBQ": Only cover-page stamped/signed by BRA recorded. | Not listed | [ALT82197](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT82197/) |
| Mar 26, 2012 | Electrical | Installation of coax cable for Comcast, no voltage on coaxial wire | $200 | [ELV127062](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV127062/) |
| Feb 29, 2012 | Electrical | Extend existing pipe, run wires from pipe to pole. | $1,200 | [E122029](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E122029/) |
| Feb 23, 2012 | Fire systems | Installing module for new ansul system and 2 strobe only devices for bathrooms in new restuarant space. Unit C | $600 | [EFA120508](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA120508/) |
| Feb 10, 2012 | Fire systems | Relocate horn/strobe within space. Changing horn/strobe to strobe only due to enclosure being put up. run new wire. | $300 | [EFA118795](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA118795/) |
| Jan 25, 2012 | Electrical | Install outlets, swithes, lighting, utility wiring, survelance wiring. | $6,200 | [E116171](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E116171/) |
| Jan 18, 2012 | Plumbing | Install toilet, lav, 2 shampoo sinks, water heater, utility sink. | $13,550 | [PL110807](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL110807/) |
| Jan 18, 2012 | Plumbing | Install gas fired tankless water heater & hvac unit | $6,500 | [G110815](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G110815/) |
| Jan 12, 2012 | Alteration or repair | Establish Occupancy as a;Beauty Salon as per plans.; Work to include partitions, HVAC, HP bathroom, cosmetic upgrades.; Electrical and Plumbing trades to obtain their permits. | $67,000 | [ALT110859](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT110859/) |
| Dec 19, 2011 | Electrical | Tenant fit out for a new Gail's restaurant | $24,000 | [E111102](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E111102/) |
| Nov 22, 2011 | Plumbing | plumbing work for new building | $30,000 | [PL106717](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL106717/) |
| Nov 22, 2011 | Plumbing | gas work for new mixed use building | $10,000 | [G106720](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G106720/) |
| Oct 19, 2011 | Electrical | Install Security Sytem | $399 | [ELV99648](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV99648/) |
| Sep 29, 2011 | Alteration or repair | Proposed to change the occupany to;include the self serve laundromat. Please refer to application #alt82128. | Not listed | [ALT96994](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT96994/) |
| Sep 23, 2011 | Electrical | Security and access control wiring. | $1,300 | [ELV97491](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV97491/) |
| Sep 23, 2011 | Electrical | Fire alarm. | $900 | [EFA97490](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA97490/) |
| Sep 23, 2011 | Electrical | Adding additional power distribution panels. | $3,400 | [E97440](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E97440/) |
| Sep 19, 2011 | Electrical | installation of necessary wires and raceways to facilitate the operations of a functioning laundromat | $3,500 | [E96397](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E96397/) |
| Sep 8, 2011 | Plumbing | Installing water and waist for laundry matt | $5,500 | [PL94712](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL94712/) |
| Sep 8, 2011 | Plumbing | Installation of gas to 14 dryers | $4,800 | [G94719](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G94719/) |
| Sep 7, 2011 | Alteration or repair | Proposed to renovate an existing laundrymat with new equipments - washers and dryers. New hc bathrooms, floor tiles (as per plans). | $100,000 | [ALT82128](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT82128/) |
| Jun 16, 2011 | Alteration or repair | Buildout existing vacant first floor to include new restaurant as per plans by architect Hezikiah Pratt. Plans Rec. 5/12/2011 | $132,000 | [ALT72023](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT72023/) |
| Mar 1, 2011 | Plumbing | Install three temp. heaters. | Not listed | [G65827](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G65827/) |
| Feb 28, 2011 | Solar | Installation of roof mounted solar electric (photovoltaic) panels to be connected to the existing utility grid. | $118,985 | [ALT62468](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT62468/) |
| Dec 20, 2010 | Electrical | new addressable fire system for 30 unit &; 4 retail building | $30,000 | [EFA56205](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA56205/) |
| Dec 17, 2010 | Electrical | phone/data,cable tv,intercom,camara | $15,000 | [ELV56204](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV56204/) |
| Nov 2, 2010 | Plumbing | Install boilers, water heater, dryers, roof top units, and test. | Not listed | [G49829](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G49829/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 17 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 2026 | [315 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/315-centre-st/) | 770 ft W | Plumbing | Relocation of gas line serving one range to accommodate its new location in conjunction with the new hood location. Approximately 15' of piping. | $1,000 | [G1897634](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1897634/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [73 Walden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-walden-st/) | 910 ft W | Fence, wall or deck | Removal of 12ft x 6ft x 9ft shed structure | $3,100 | [SF1897452](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897452/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [22 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22-chestnut-av/) | 560 ft SW | Electrical | Condenser replacement on the left side of the house | $1,500 | [E1894048](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1894048/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [125a Amory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/125a-amory-st/) | 900 ft S | Electrical | Install new 500a 120/208 volt service to existing building from new pad mount transformer to new main breaker weather proof breaker on building exterior. Run new feeders and tie into existing main panel in buildig | $30,000 | [E1886261](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1886261/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [85 Walden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-walden-st/) | 860 ft W | Alteration or repair | Remove old stairs and dispose Reframe new steps New handrails both sides of stairs New 2x12 treads New risers | $4,750 | [SF1877546](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877546/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [940-944 Parker St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/940--944-parker-st/) | 750 ft N | Grading | The proposed work includes extending soil borings for subsurface soil exploration. This involves drilling and sampling in various locations of the site. | $10,700 | [SF1880273](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880273/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [40 Amory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-amory-st/) | 700 ft SE | Electrical | Installation of 7 bollard lights that are photocell controlled. outdoor rated disconnect for emergency disconnect | $4,000 | [E1878968](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1878968/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [10 Mozart St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-mozart-st/) | 940 ft W | Electrical | Parks department event requiring generator | $500 | [ETS1878986](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1878986/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [43-45 Priesing St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43--45-priesing-st/) | 630 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Demolish existing deck and construct a new two-level deck with code-compliant concrete footings, 6x6 support posts, pressure-treated wood framing, 2x10 joists, ledger board, blocking, hurricane ties, galvanized hardware, and reinforced stair framing. Includes Trex decking, railings, and PVC trim | $36,251 | [ALT1860952](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1860952/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [37 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-chestnut-av/) | 780 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove existing tub/shower and replace with new tub/shower in existing footprint. Repair walls as needed. No structural work | $23,410 | [SF1862078](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862078/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [37 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-chestnut-av/) | 780 ft SW | Plumbing | Second floor shower pan replacement | $1,200 | [PL1864307](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1864307/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [34 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-chestnut-av/) | 760 ft SW | Plumbing | Replacing gas furnace with new in existing location on the 3rd floor. | $4,000 | [G1858679](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1858679/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [40 Amory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-amory-st/) | 700 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Site improvements include demolition of an existing wall, installation of concrete paving, permeable pavers, granite curbing, reclaimed granite seating blocks, granite stairs with handrails, drainage structures, planting beds with trees and shrubs, an irrigation system, bollard lighting and lawns. | $348,054 | [ALT1838064](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1838064/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [1540-1542 Columbus Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1540--1542-columbus-av/) | 850 ft E | Plumbing | Replacing gas dryers in common area laundry room. | $700 | [G1858944](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1858944/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [2 Lamartine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-lamartine-st/) | 900 ft NE | Sign | Fabricate & Install (1) Main Monument, (1) Secondary Monument, (1) Set of Canopy Letters, and (3) Sets of Address numbers/letters | $29,651 | [ALT1817527](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1817527/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [2 Lamartine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-lamartine-st/) | 900 ft NE | Electrical | provide new 100 amp service for basketball courts | $5,000 | [E1846379](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1846379/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [30-40 Bickford St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--40-bickford-st/) | 770 ft N | Other | Install line side tap, 25' rule in existing service Install 200 amp meter main with smart meter Install new conduits, supports, fittings and conductors from electrical room to roof where new Mobile platform will be Install new Outdoor panel on new platform Install all conduits, fittings, supports | $45,000 | [E1845468](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1845468/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 20 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [6 Ashley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-ashley-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | Replace water heater in the basement | $1,800 | [PL1905954](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1905954/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [6 Ashley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-ashley-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Plumbing | Reconnect gas to the water heater | $400 | [G1905958](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1905958/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [95-97 Bragdon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95--97-bragdon-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | The owner(s) intend to upgrade the decking and the railings | $20,000 | [SF1901957](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901957/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [330 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/330-centre-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Plumbing | Installing new gas line for first and third floor. New line for first. Third is re test.; | $2,500 | [G1902738](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1902738/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [273 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/273-highland-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Solar | Install a 219-panel roof-mounted PV solar system. | $271,154 | [ALT1872190](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1872190/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [25 Round Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-round-hill-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Second floor and attic insulation. 3"R22 of closed cell spray foam to all outside walls. 5"R38 of closed cell spray foam to the entire roof deck. | $14,500 | [SF1882637](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882637/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [127 Amory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/127-amory-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Electrical | Install new data, internet/cable tv, intercom, access control and cctv system in new 96 unit apartment building under construction | $206,000 | [ELV1888839](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1888839/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [31 Gay Head St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-gay-head-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy from three-family to four-family. Build a new kitchen on the ground floor, new sprinkler, and fire alarm systems. [ePlan] | $50,000 | [ALT1195079](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1195079/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [127 Amory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/127-amory-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Plumbing | Reroute of underground gas line to accommodate parking spaces | $12,112 | [G1887409](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1887409/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [260 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/260-highland-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Electrical | Parks department event requiring generator | $500 | [ETS1879198](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1879198/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [25 Gay Head St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-gay-head-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Plumbing | Remove and replace (2) combi boilers | $14,000 | [PL1874161](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1874161/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [25 Gay Head St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-gay-head-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Plumbing | Remove and replace (2) combi boilers | $14,000 | [G1874159](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1874159/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [13 Round Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/13-round-hill-st/) | 0.19 mi W | Plumbing | Remove and replace (2) combi boilers | $14,000 | [PL1874154](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1874154/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [13 Round Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/13-round-hill-st/) | 0.19 mi W | Plumbing | Remove and replace (2) combi boilers | $14,000 | [G1874122](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1874122/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [127 Amory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/127-amory-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Electrical | Running low voltage for the VRF system | $100,000 | [ELV1857451](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1857451/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [273 Highland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/273-highland-st/) | 0.25 mi E | Solar | Install a 219-panel roof-mounted PV solar system | $271,154 | [E1872193](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1872193/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [1785 Columbus Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1785-columbus-av/) | 0.23 mi SE | Electrical | Disconnect/Reconnect Hot Water Heater | $500 | [E1833826](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1833826/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [25 Round Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-round-hill-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Fence, wall or deck | Permit is for cost difference in refence to SF1770868 per inspectors instructions; | $45,000 | [SF1859986](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859986/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [921-925 Parker St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/921--925-parker-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Other | Change of occupancy to include wireless communication. Installation of a telecommunications facility consisting of 3 sets of 3 panel antennas installed within faux chimneys, along with an equipment platform and equipment to be installed within an enclosure on the rooftop of the building. All antenna | $283,200 | [ALT1618473](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1618473/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [13 Round Hill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/13-round-hill-st/) | 0.19 mi W | Fence, wall or deck | Remove and replace existing deck, stairs, railings, framing, sonotubes, posts, and colums. Install new 12" x 4" sonotubes, framing, composite decking, PVC railings, posts/post sleeves, and stairs. Paint perimieter framing and post bases. | $46,500 | [SF1848640](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848640/) |

## 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 |  | 11 Round Hill St | 0.19 mi W | Zoning appeal; the description is on the city's appeal tracker. | [BOA1903191](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-09-22 |
| Approved | Sep 8, 2026 | 11 Ashley St | 960 ft SW | Zoning appeal: "Bedroom addition/extension over an existing 2-story rear portion of home" | [BOA1827453](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "ZBA Decision Finalized", decision "Approved" | 2026-03-12 |

## More on this street

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

- [265-267 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/265--267-centre-st/): newest permit Feb 5, 2026
- [250 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/250-centre-st/): newest permit Apr 9, 2025
- [241 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/241-centre-st/): newest permit Jul 30, 2026
- [301 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/301-centre-st/): newest permit Apr 17, 2025
- [302 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/302-centre-st/): newest permit Oct 14, 2025
- [233 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/233-centre-st/): newest permit Aug 20, 2026
- [225 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/225-centre-st/): newest permit Jul 6, 2026
- [223-227 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/223--227-centre-st/): newest permit Jun 4, 2026
- [315 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/315-centre-st/): newest permit Sep 4, 2026
- [319-329 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/319--329-centre-st/): newest permit Mar 11, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-09 06:08 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, 00:17 UTC.

Map, all 33 permits at this address and 37 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/268--274-centre-st/