# Building permits at 268-280 Independence Dr, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $265,229 alteration or repair at 75 Garnet Rd, permitted Jun 10.

10 permits on record here. The newest, Oct 28, 2025: Renovation whole apartment. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 58 more permits (55 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2025 | Electrical | Renovation whole apartment | $8,000 | [E1791798](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1791798/) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | Plumbing | 1 Bathroom 1 Kitchen 1 Laundry | $5,000 | [PL1791055](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1791055/) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | Plumbing | 1 Stove 1 Furnace | $1,500 | [G1791056](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1791056/) |
| Oct 20, 2025 | Alteration or repair | 268 Independence Drive Open Berkley style unit Remodel Kitchen and Bathroom add laundry on second floor hallway Replace first floor ceiling replace hardwood floor close walls, install dry wall over old walls prime and paint entire unit. | $35,000 | [SF1788984](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1788984/) |
| Aug 13, 2025 | Plumbing | Work to be performed at unit 278 1 Floor: Kitchen 2 Floor: 1 Laundry and 1 bath | $7,000 | [PL1761964](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1761964/) |
| Aug 13, 2025 | Plumbing | Work to be performed at unit 278 1 Floor: 1 gas stove and 1 gas line for the furnace | $500 | [G1761966](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1761966/) |
| Jul 28, 2025 | Electrical | work done at 278 unit only panel change and complete rewire | $9,000 | [E1746043](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1746043/) |
| Jun 30, 2025 | Alteration or repair | ((Work at 278 independence drive)) remodeling kitchen and bathroom per plans | $30,000 | [SF1742474](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1742474/) |
| Aug 31, 2012 | Plumbing | Boiler Replacement | $4,000 | [PL175671](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL175671/) |
| Aug 31, 2012 | Plumbing | Boiler replacement | $1,000 | [G175672](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G175672/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 7 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 2026 | [603-627 Vfw Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/603--627-vfw-pw/) | 240 ft S | Electrical | 619 VFW Parkway. Install phone and cable throughout units. 8 phone, and 8 cable jacks. | $1,000 | [ELV1888811](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1888811/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [603-627 Vfw Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/603--627-vfw-pw/) | 240 ft S | Electrical | 619 VFW Parkway. Complete rewire of unit 619 VFW | $10,000 | [E1888726](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1888726/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [603-627 Vfw Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/603--627-vfw-pw/) | 240 ft S | Fire systems | 619 VFW Parkway. Install 1 ten volts smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors throughout unit. 2 smoke detectors and 2 carbon monoxide detectors. | $1,000 | [EFA1888825](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1888825/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [631a-639 Vfw Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/631a--639-vfw-pw/) | 140 ft S | Alteration or repair | We are not completing any physical work on the property. We are seeking to remediate an incorrect age group listed on our COI. Our COI currently reads that our school enrolls children up to 5 years old, however we are licensed for children up to 6 years old. We need to amend the COI to include 6yos. | Not listed | [ALT1858044](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1858044/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [603-627 Vfw Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/603--627-vfw-pw/) | 240 ft S | Plumbing | we remodel one half bath and kitchen and first floor and two full bathrooms on the second floor, 3 toilet, 3 lavatory, 1 baht tab, 1 shower, | $9,000 | [PL1882011](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1882011/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [603-627 Vfw Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/603--627-vfw-pw/) | 240 ft S | Plumbing | gas replace one furnace, replace one gas stove | $2,000 | [G1882015](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1882015/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [603-627 Vfw Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/603--627-vfw-pw/) | 240 ft S | Alteration or repair | Remodels kitchen and bathroom Add a laundry at second floorWork to be done at 619 VFW | $72,340 | [SF1881659](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881659/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 36 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [207 Manthorne Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/207-manthorne-rd/) | 950 ft S | Plumbing | Install a GWA-166 gas-fired boiler, including associated piping and connections. | $1,700 | [PL1907368](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1907368/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [207 Manthorne Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/207-manthorne-rd/) | 950 ft S | Plumbing | Install a GWA-166 gas-fired boiler, including associated piping and connections. | $1,700 | [G1907365](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1907365/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [46 Brucewood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-brucewood-st/) | 760 ft S | Fire systems | Install hardwired, interconnected smoke alarms throughout the house. | $1,500 | [EFA1886705](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1886705/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [46 Brucewood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-brucewood-st/) | 760 ft S | Plumbing | remodeling Basement: Gas water heater | $900 | [G1886798](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1886798/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [148-170 Thornton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/148--170-thornton-rd/) | 330 ft N | Electrical | Complete wiring of phone and cable. 6 phone and 6 cables | $1,000 | [ELV1899401](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1899401/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [148-170 Thornton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/148--170-thornton-rd/) | 330 ft N | Fire systems | Complete rewire 110V system. 2 smoke detectors and 2 smoke/carbon detectors | $1,000 | [EFA1899399](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1899399/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [148-170 Thornton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/148--170-thornton-rd/) | 330 ft N | Electrical | Complete rewire of Unit #164 | $10,000 | [E1899397](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1899397/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [260 Manthorne Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/260-manthorne-rd/) | 550 ft SW | Electrical | Wire and install 60a/240 gfci circuit to service EV charger | $1,400 | [E1897219](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1897219/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [148-170 Thornton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/148--170-thornton-rd/) | 330 ft N | Plumbing | Remodel kitchen and bathroom,and laundry, | $11,000 | [PL1896727](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1896727/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [148-170 Thornton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/148--170-thornton-rd/) | 330 ft N | Plumbing | Reconnect furnace; and gas stove | $1,000 | [G1896729](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1896729/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [148-170 Thornton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/148--170-thornton-rd/) | 330 ft N | Alteration or repair | Remodels Kitchen and bathroom, add a laundry at second floor. Work will be done at 164 Thornton. | $72,340 | [SF1891350](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891350/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [46 Brucewood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-brucewood-st/) | 760 ft S | Electrical | complete rewire | $19,000 | [E1886701](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1886701/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [46 Brucewood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-brucewood-st/) | 760 ft S | Plumbing | remodeling Basement: Washing machine conn. 1st floor: 1 Toilet, 1 Lav, 1 Kitchen sink, 1 Dishwasher, 1 Water line for fridge. 2nd floor: 1 Toilet, 1 Lav, 1 Shower stall. | $8,100 | [PL1886793](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1886793/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [46 Brucewood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-brucewood-st/) | 760 ft S | Alteration or repair | The contractor shall remove and dispose of the exiting interior of the house including walls, electrical, pluming and flooring. The contractor shall provide the labor and materials necessary for new electrical, plumbing, hardwood floors, painting and exterior painting as needed. | $200,000 | [SF1881115](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881115/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [55 Garnet Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-garnet-rd/) | 900 ft S | Electrical | Ran power from main panel inside home to a 60 amp disconnect attached to the outside of the home for a mini split unit to be installed | $1,000 | [E1881682](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881682/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [75 Garnet Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-garnet-rd/) | 740 ft SW | Electrical | Dining room, living room and kitchen lighting in the first floor. 14 recessed lights, 11 receptacles, 9 switches, 2 under cabinet lights, 2 pendant light fixtures, 1 dining room light fixture, 1 Mini split 15 amps, 1 Heat Pump 30 amps, 1 Air handler 40 amps | $3,500 | [E1879573](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879573/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [79 Garnet Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79-garnet-rd/) | 710 ft SW | Plumbing | Kitchen remodel, powder room fixture replacement, washer / dryer disconnect and reconnect. | $5,000 | [PL1874917](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1874917/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [79 Garnet Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79-garnet-rd/) | 710 ft SW | Plumbing | Disconnect and reconnect gas dryer. Cap gas range line being converted to electric. | $500 | [G1874918](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1874918/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [79 Garnet Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79-garnet-rd/) | 710 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Wire new kitchen | $5,000 | [E1874894](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874894/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [244 Manthorne Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/244-manthorne-rd/) | 620 ft S | Roofing | Gutter and downspouts replacement on the entire home | $5,999 | [SF1868480](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868480/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [502 Vfw Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/502-vfw-pw/) | 960 ft SE | Electrical | Parks department event requiring generator | $500 | [ETS1870105](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1870105/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [201-221 Independence Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/201--221-independence-dr/) | 640 ft NW | Plumbing | 1 Stove 1 Furnace | $2,000 | [G1867353](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1867353/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [224-264 Independence Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/224--264-independence-dr/) | 350 ft W | Electrical | Replace 400 Amp service, run new wires to Eversource hand hole, Work Order #24312351 Need to call Eversource | $1,000 | [E1864833](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864833/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [212-222 Independence Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/212--222-independence-dr/) | 450 ft NW | Electrical | Replace 400 Amp service, run new wires to Eversource hand hole, Work Order #25741956 Need to call Eversource | $1,000 | [E1864827](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864827/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [75 Garnet Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-garnet-rd/) | 740 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remodel first and second floors, add insulation, and new HVAC system. | $265,229 | [SF1852261](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852261/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [76 Garnet Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76-garnet-rd/) | 840 ft SW | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1858853](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1858853/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [201-221 Independence Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/201--221-independence-dr/) | 640 ft NW | Plumbing | 1 Kitchen 1 Bathroom 1 Laundry | $5,000 | [PL1856786](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1856786/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [212-222 Independence Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/212--222-independence-dr/) | 450 ft NW | Electrical | 212 Independence Drive Inspect hand hole to meter sockets Work Order #25741956 Need to call Eversource | $1,000 | [E1857277](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857277/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [223-233 Independence Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/223--233-independence-dr/) | 660 ft NW | Electrical | 223 Independence Drive Inspect hand hole to meter sockets Work Order #23781941 Need to call Eversource | $1,000 | [E1857272](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857272/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [201-221 Independence Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/201--221-independence-dr/) | 640 ft NW | Electrical | Renovation whole apartment | $8,000 | [E1856235](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856235/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [201-221 Independence Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/201--221-independence-dr/) | 640 ft NW | Alteration or repair | 1st floor Remodel Kitchen and Bathroom hallway; sheet rocking over existing sheetrock through out prime and paint; replace hardwood floor unit. | $35,000 | [SF1854983](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1854983/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [2-40 Sherman Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2--40-sherman-rd/) | 800 ft NW | Electrical | 2-12 Sherman Road Replace existing meter sockets, add new common meter | $5,000 | [E1855577](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1855577/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [564 Vfw Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/564-vfw-pw/) | 730 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Install 1 entry door and 2 storm doors for replacement. No structural changes. | $5,701 | [SF1852379](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852379/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [75 Garnet Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-garnet-rd/) | 740 ft SW | Roofing | Remove existing shingle roof on the entire house, Install an 8" drip edge on all leading edges, Install 6' of ice and water shield on front leading edges and valleys, Install new ridge vent, Install new vent pipe flanges, Magnet roll to entire property | $10,000 | [SF1845387](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845387/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [2-40 Sherman Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2--40-sherman-rd/) | 800 ft NW | Electrical | 2-40 Sherman Road Replace existing meter sockets Work Order #25741945 | $5,000 | [E1849505](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1849505/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [224-264 Independence Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/224--264-independence-dr/) | 350 ft W | Electrical | 224-264 Independence Drive Inspect hand hole to meter sockets Work Order #24312351 | $1,000 | [E1847324](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847324/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 15 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 2026 | [59 Westover St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-westover-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Plumbing | Renovate 2 bath and 1 kitchen | $6,500 | [PL1899393](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1899393/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [59 Westover St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-westover-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Electrical | Changing service wire outside for meter and panel and doing new wiring for kitchen and two bathroom | $8,000 | [E1896757](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896757/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [59 Westover St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-westover-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Alteration or repair | Remodel Existing Kitchen Remodel 2 Full Bathrooms Install New HVAC Electrical Service Upgrade from 100amp to 200 amp | $80,000 | [SF1891245](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891245/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [93 Westover St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/93-westover-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Plumbing | replace heating boiler | $5,000 | [PL1882208](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1882208/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [93 Westover St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/93-westover-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Plumbing | replace heating boiler | $5,000 | [G1882202](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1882202/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [59 Westover St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-westover-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Roofing | Remove and Replace Existing Shingle Roof, Install New Vinyl Siding, Replace and Install Replacement 22 Windows | $50,000 | [SF1868890](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868890/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [197 Manthorne Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/197-manthorne-rd/) | 0.20 mi S | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installing 5 zone ductless mini split system | $22,860 | [SF1858925](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858925/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [42-70 Sherman Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/42--70-sherman-rd/) | 0.19 mi NW | Electrical | Replace existing 400 Amp service with 14 new meter sockets, run parallel 350 MCN wire | $5,000 | [E1866812](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1866812/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [72-90 Sherman Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/72--90-sherman-rd/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Replace existing 400 Amp service with 12 new meter sockets, run parallel 350 MCN wire | $5,000 | [E1866809](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1866809/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [92-122 Sherman Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/92--122-sherman-rd/) | 0.23 mi NW | Electrical | Replace existing 400 Amp service with 5 new meter sockets, run parallel 350 MCN wire | $5,000 | [E1866803](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1866803/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [72-90 Sherman Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/72--90-sherman-rd/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Install 400 Amp switch and replace meter sockets | $5,000 | [E1860189](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860189/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [236 Willow St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/236-willow-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Electrical | Wire a 3.5 Ton AC condenser | $750 | [E1859068](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1859068/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [42-70 Sherman Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/42--70-sherman-rd/) | 0.19 mi NW | Electrical | 42 - 46 Sherman Road Install 400 Amp switch and replace meter sockets | $5,000 | [E1857284](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857284/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [197 Manthorne Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/197-manthorne-rd/) | 0.20 mi S | Electrical | Wiring condenser for mini split system | $2,000 | [E1858921](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858921/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [67 Westover St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-westover-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Replacement of 2 windows. | $1,400 | [SF1845881](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845881/) |

## 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 | May 14, 2026 | 15 Rickerhill Rd | 0.19 mi SE | To convert the shed into a chicken coop, housing 5 hens | [BOA1823043](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-02-23 |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Independence Dr with permits, nearest house number first:

- [224-264 Independence Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/224--264-independence-dr/): newest permit Jun 25, 2026
- [223-233 Independence Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/223--233-independence-dr/): newest permit Jun 3, 2026
- [212-222 Independence Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/212--222-independence-dr/): newest permit Jun 25, 2026
- [202-210 Independence Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/202--210-independence-dr/): newest permit Jun 5, 2025
- [201-221 Independence Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/201--221-independence-dr/): newest permit Jul 1, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-13 10:14 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 13, 08:17 UTC.

Map, all 10 permits at this address and 58 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/268--280-independence-dr/