# Building permits at 268 Chestnut Av, Boston, MA

Four permits on record here. The newest, May 29: Demolition and rebuild of existing wing for the purpose of adding a new bathroom to the dwelling. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 59 more permits (58 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Demolition and rebuild of existing wing for the purpose of adding a new bathroom to the dwelling. New foundation for the wing, new plumbing, new electrical. | $140,378 | [ALT1786384](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1786384/) |
| Dec 2, 2020 | Plumbing | Kitchen and bath renovation | $7,500 | [PL1141302](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1141302/) |
| Jul 20, 2017 | Electrical | wiring new kitchen, adding new recessed lights, wiring a half bath and changing main panel to a larger postion panel an adding a sub panel. | $1,500 | [E732836](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E732836/) |
| Mar 28, 2017 | Plumbing | plumbing work in 2d floor bath | $3,000 | [PL692816](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL692816/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 1 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2026 | [32 Cheshire St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-cheshire-st/) | 200 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove old and reinstall new vented skylight | $6,168 | [SF1850603](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850603/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 33 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [70a-70b Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/70a--70b-rockview-st/) | 370 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Bathroom renovation | $24,000 | [SF1907050](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1907050/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [285 Lamartine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/285-lamartine-st/) | 330 ft E | Electrical | install car charger at public panel | $3,175 | [E1906110](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1906110/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [44 Starr Ln](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-starr-ln/) | 950 ft W | Plumbing | water heater replacement | $500 | [PL1904142](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1904142/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [44 Starr Ln](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-starr-ln/) | 950 ft W | Plumbing | Water Heater Replacement | $500 | [G1904157](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1904157/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [27 Parley Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-parley-av/) | 990 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Bathroom Renovation remove all fixtures and replace and same location Tile Tub surround in Flooring | $22,200 | [SF1904033](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904033/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [17 Gordon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-gordon-st/) | 920 ft S | Electrical | Wiring replacement for a ductless system | $1,012 | [E1903002](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903002/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [223 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/223-chestnut-av/) | 670 ft N | Alteration or repair | Confirmation for 2 family home that has been in existence for many years. This is in correlation to the short form permit # SF1812987. | Not listed | [ALT1816987](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1816987/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [28-34 Seaverns Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28--34-seaverns-av/) | 980 ft SW | Electrical | Installation and wiring of replacement system into Unit #5's existing ductwork consisting of two condensers and two air handlers. | $8,724 | [E1896232](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896232/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [95 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95-green-st/) | 720 ft S | Roofing | Installation of a new 60mil EPDM roof on the entire flat roof on the rear section of the building only. | $28,000 | [SF1894907](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894907/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [17 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-rockview-st/) | 980 ft N | Roofing | Asphalt shingles replacement on the top and the window's roofs | $27,498 | [SF1889716](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889716/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [243 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/243-chestnut-av/) | 410 ft N | Alteration or repair | Complete existing bathroom renovation at 243B Chestnut Ave | $72,300 | [SF1894770](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894770/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [295-297 Lamartine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/295--297-lamartine-st/) | 260 ft SE | Alteration or repair | install 29 harvey replacement windows. Energy star, inserts only with no structural work | $28,275 | [SF1888680](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1888680/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [288 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/288-chestnut-av/) | 310 ft SW | Alteration or repair | remove existing staircase and rebuild according to plans | $35,800 | [SF1889183](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889183/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [294 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/294-chestnut-av/) | 360 ft SW | Plumbing | gas dryer replacement | $250 | [G1885613](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1885613/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [40 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-rockview-st/) | 700 ft N | Alteration or repair | Remove and Replace (10) Existing Windows with 10 - Interstate 6800 BRONZE exterior/WHITE interior vinyl double hung insulated tilt in replacement window with :Triple pane 1 1/8" insulated glass with U=.17 (ENERGY STAR HIGH EFFICIENCY) Low e glass and argon gas | $13,796 | [SF1881701](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881701/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [304 Lamartine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/304-lamartine-st/) | 400 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 4 windows; like for like size; no structural changes | $11,371 | [SF1877921](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877921/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [106 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/106-rockview-st/) | 570 ft W | Plumbing | Tank Type Water Heater (Gas) Install replacement | $500 | [PL1873950](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1873950/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [106 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/106-rockview-st/) | 570 ft W | Plumbing | Tank Type Water Heater (Gas) Install | $1,000 | [G1873941](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1873941/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [49 Saint John St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-saint-john-st/) | 590 ft W | Plumbing | install gas stove | $500 | [G1871345](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1871345/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [82 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/82-green-st/) | 550 ft S | Alteration or repair | Repair water-damaged Unit 001, including drywall, insulation, kitchen cabinets, flooring. | $90,090 | [SF1874689](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874689/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [56 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56-rockview-st/) | 520 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Weatherization - Air-sealing, blown-in insulation. | $6,836 | [SF1870810](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870810/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [267 Lamartine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/267-lamartine-st/) | 600 ft NE | Electrical | Replace 100 amp service with new 200 amp service hook up common meter move point of attachment | $1,400 | [E1872507](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1872507/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [74-76 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/74--76-green-st/) | 560 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Demolition of the existing electrical wiring upstairs of the building | $1,000 | [E1871190](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1871190/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [49 Parley Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-parley-av/) | 650 ft NW | Fire systems | Install new addressable fire alarm system per engineered drawings. | $75,000 | [EFA1837532](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1837532/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [89 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/89-rockview-st/) | 500 ft W | Electrical | rewire partial 3rd floor unit including, living room, dinnig room, 2 bedroons, bathroom and partial on kitchen. | $15,000 | [E1860540](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860540/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [74-76 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/74--76-green-st/) | 560 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Labor-only contract for recoding studio renovation: Remove carpet, shelving, studio floor platform and select non-bearing partition walls. Install new commercial-grade vinyl flooring throughout. Install/patch wallboard as needed. Install 2 new doors, baseboards, replace drop ceiling tile, paint. | $21,000 | [SF1860063](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860063/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [49 Parley Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-parley-av/) | 650 ft NW | Fire systems | Replace existing fire alarm system with an addressable fire alarm system throughout building. Installation per engineered drawings. | $75,000 | [ALT1837827](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1837827/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [294 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/294-chestnut-av/) | 360 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Strip exterior existing siding and install Certainteed Monogram vinyl siding w/ New gutters and trim | $71,437 | [SF1856238](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856238/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [35 Saint John St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-saint-john-st/) | 820 ft W | Plumbing | Install two 60,000 BTU gas furnaces to replace existing. | $22,250 | [G1850134](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1850134/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [82 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/82-green-st/) | 550 ft S | Electrical | Water damage basement unit. Replace panel and wiring that got wet in Unit 001. During emergency, make safe and hook up temp. lights and power. Areas that got wet kitchen wall, ceiling and panel. | $7,500 | [E1849250](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1849250/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [89 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/89-rockview-st/) | 500 ft W | Alteration or repair | Replace rubber roof, partial siding and up to 12 windows | $150,000 | [SF1845489](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845489/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [48-50 Seaverns Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48--50-seaverns-av/) | 800 ft SW | Plumbing | water heater @ #50 | $650 | [PL1844509](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1844509/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [48-50 Seaverns Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48--50-seaverns-av/) | 800 ft SW | Plumbing | water heater replacement @ #50 | $650 | [G1844498](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1844498/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 25 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2026 | [199 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/199-chestnut-av/) | 0.20 mi N | Alteration or repair | N/R confirm occupancy of existing 2 Family home | Not listed | [ALT1897699](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1897699/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [43 Spring Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-spring-park-av/) | 0.23 mi N | Roofing | Strip and install a new roof on the rear mansard roof only. | $12,540 | [SF1901697](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901697/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [188 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/188-chestnut-av/) | 0.24 mi NE | Electrical | light outlets, lights, duplex receptacles, switches | $12,504 | [E1902053](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1902053/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [199 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/199-chestnut-av/) | 0.20 mi N | Roofing | Pending;ALT1897699-Occupancy Committee.strip roof shingles and re-roof per GAF specs - NO STRUCTURAL CHANGES | $15,000 | [SF1882227](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882227/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [332-334 Amory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/332--334-amory-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Plumbing | Gas furnace replaement | $6,000 | [G1888601](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1888601/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [15 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-rockview-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Roofing | Install new roofing shingles, install ice and water shield and drip edge | $13,500 | [SF1897984](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897984/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [16 Everett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-everett-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Install an additional car charger outside at the carport | $2,500 | [E1881831](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881831/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [62-76 Cornwall St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/62--76-cornwall-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Plumbing | replace existing tub shower valve and drain with new shower valve and drain | $1,895 | [PL1887014](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1887014/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [23-25 Starr Ln](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23--25-starr-ln/) | 0.22 mi W | Alteration or repair | Replace rear decking and built in sitting area. Replace decking on two step stair and rail with Garapa Iron Wood. | $8,900 | [SF1883495](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1883495/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [192 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/192-chestnut-av/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | Kitchen rewire 4 recessed lights Under Cab Disposal Dishwasher Hood Fridge Gas range 2 counter top circuits 2nd floor bathroom Exhaust replacement 2 recessed light Vanity light replacement Receptacle replacement | $8,000 | [E1879405](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879405/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [192 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/192-chestnut-av/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace porches on right side of house same size same shape | $13,000 | [SF1861857](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861857/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [52 Robinwood Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-robinwood-av/) | 0.24 mi NW | Roofing | Apply shingle roof repair soffits and gutters | $3,000 | [SF1877212](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877212/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [11 Enfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-enfield-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Alteration or repair | To confirm occupancy for existing single family home. | Not listed | [ALT1867199](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1867199/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [192 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/192-chestnut-av/) | 0.23 mi NE | Plumbing | New kitchen cabinets and kitchen sink, new vanity, toilet, and tub all in existing locations | $6,000 | [PL1872571](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1872571/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [11 Enfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-enfield-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Alteration or repair | Install 5 windows for replacement. No structural changes. | $16,337 | [SF1859765](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859765/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [12 Enfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-enfield-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Electrical | replace dryer circuit breaker with GFI type circuit breaker, install WR type receptacle back deck 2nd back deck, install surge protection 2nd floor load center. | $500 | [E1863063](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863063/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [192 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/192-chestnut-av/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Kitchen and bath renovation. no structural. | $41,000 | [SF1859943](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859943/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [12 Enfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-enfield-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Electrical | 2 bathroom remodels. 3rd floor remodel. 2 bedrooms, halls and stairwell. 2 fam service upgrade and subpanel to 2nd floor. | $15,000 | [E1856250](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856250/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [188 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/188-chestnut-av/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Remove existing back porches. Rebuild new porches to same size and style. All material is pressure treated wood. | $56,000 | [SF1855474](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1855474/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [25 Burr St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-burr-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Plumbing | Reconnection of gas to (2) replacement gas furnaces; (1) located in basement, (1) located in third floor knee wall. | $500 | [G1855102](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1855102/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [14 Hubbard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-hubbard-st/) | 0.25 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Rebuild front entry stairs. | $16,115 | [SF1852515](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852515/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [11 Revere St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-revere-st/) | 0.19 mi SW | Electrical | replacing meter bank in basement | $12,000 | [E1852432](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1852432/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [11 Revere St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-revere-st/) | 0.19 mi SW | Electrical | work is only being done in unit 6 and this consist of replacing the in unit panel, adding recessed lighting and undercabinet lighting in the kitchen. | $8,000 | [E1850377](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850377/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [16 Enfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-enfield-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Roofing | Strip existing front porch and main roof and install new asphalt shingles | $20,050 | [SF1847062](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847062/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [4 Maple Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-maple-pl/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | 200 amp service upgrade 2 heat pump condensers 1 water heater | $5,000 | [E1845546](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1845546/) |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Chestnut Av with permits, nearest house number first:

- [274 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/274-chestnut-av/): newest permit Sep 16, 2025
- [259 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/259-chestnut-av/): newest permit Apr 15, 2026
- [251 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/251-chestnut-av/): newest permit Oct 7, 2025
- [288 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/288-chestnut-av/): newest permit Aug 18, 2026
- [289 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/289-chestnut-av/): newest permit Nov 20, 2025
- [243 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/243-chestnut-av/): newest permit Aug 26, 2026
- [294 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/294-chestnut-av/): newest permit Aug 14, 2026
- [299 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/299-chestnut-av/): newest permit Sep 24, 2025
- [233 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/233-chestnut-av/): newest permit Jul 23, 2025
- [305 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/305-chestnut-av/): newest permit Apr 13, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-08 09:49 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

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