# Building permits at 273 E Berkeley St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $1.8M project at 400 Frontage Rd, permitted May 15.

Six permits on record here. The newest, Feb 11: Install 2Di LED downlighting around perimeter of the exiting OH canopy fascia. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 60 more permits (59 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 11, 2026 | Sign | Install 2Di LED downlighting around perimeter of the exiting OH canopy fascia | $12,000 | [ALT1810708](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1810708/) |
| Apr 24, 2025 | Sign | Remove and replace existing LED price panels form the (2) two Freestanding Signs. Remain location, height and overall square footage. Install (6) six Koalas and (12) twelve number wedges. Short Form per Cheryl Odom.... | $27,000 | [SF1709374](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1709374/) |
| Oct 19, 2018 | Electrical | wiring for 6 new fuel dispensers | $7,500 | [E891547](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E891547/) |
| Jan 26, 2017 | Electrical | Lighting retrofit disconnect existing ballast and replace with LED tubes | $150 | [E675377](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E675377/) |
| Dec 14, 2012 | Plumbing | Replace new fillvalve and flapper. | Not listed | [PL208019](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL208019/) |
| Feb 29, 2012 | Electrical | Dropping off electrical permit obtained by electrician and cover up pole | $620 | [E121586](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E121586/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 2 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 24, 2026 | [363 Albany St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/363-albany-st/) | 70 ft S | Electrical | Install outlets and lights | $5,000 | [E1891287](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1891287/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [363 Albany St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/363-albany-st/) | 70 ft S | Plumbing | Commercial Renovation Project, including 2 toilets, one lavatory and one utility sink, all in fourth floor. | $26,000 | [PL1871994](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1871994/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 40 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [40 Traveler St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-traveler-st/) | 620 ft N | Electrical | Furnish and install (1) 120 volt, 20 ampere dedicated circuit into garage parking space #23 for an EV trickle charger. Supplied from a new meter to be installed in an existing first floor meter stack. Owner lives in Unit 601. Utility Customer number 1001154056. | $3,890 | [E1904308](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904308/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [370-398 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/370--398-harrison-av/) | 420 ft N | Electrical | 2 bathroom remodel. Sconces in bedrooms (old work) at 380 Harrison Ave Unit 14J Boston MA | $17,750 | [E1896801](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896801/) |
| Aug 29, 2026 | [1180-1200 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1180--1200-washington-st/) | 860 ft W | Plumbing | Replacing Kitchen Sink (existing location of rough ) -Adding a bar sink to her cottage kitchen | $3,000 | [PL1894865](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1894865/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [1180-1200 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1180--1200-washington-st/) | 860 ft W | Electrical | Adding receptacles and lighting for new interior walls | $9,000 | [E1890779](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1890779/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [1180-1200 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1180--1200-washington-st/) | 860 ft W | Alteration or repair | Interior Renovation of three bathrooms/kitchen, new wood flooring Relocate 6 sprinkler heads; | $340,040 | [SF1890883](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890883/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [40 Traveler St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-traveler-st/) | 620 ft N | Alteration or repair | Unit 208 - Remove and replace fixtures and finishes in bathroom and install new cabinetry and lighting in bedroom. | $100,000 | [SF1889044](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889044/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [40 Traveler St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-traveler-st/) | 620 ft N | Plumbing | replace 3 toilets and vanity facets | $1,500 | [PL1888494](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1888494/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [1134-1140 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1134--1140-washington-st/) | 820 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Erect pipe staging to access the East Berkeley Street facade floors 2-4. Cut and point 100% of brick joints. Demo and replace 50 lintels. Cut out and caulk all windows. Remove and install deteriorated or spalled brick. All work to be done in kind. | $319,540 | [SF1875324](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875324/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [35 Fay St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-fay-st/) | 580 ft W | Roofing | Replace EPDM Assembly With new TPO Assembly | $745,000 | [SF1880856](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880856/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [1134-1140 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1134--1140-washington-st/) | 820 ft NW | Plumbing | Replace (2) 199k BTU boilers located on third floor - mechanical room. | $30,000 | [PL1881505](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1881505/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [1134-1140 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1134--1140-washington-st/) | 820 ft NW | Plumbing | Reconnection of gas to (2) replacement 199k BTU boilers located on third floor - mechanical room. | $1,000 | [G1881508](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1881508/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [1134-1140 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1134--1140-washington-st/) | 820 ft NW | Electrical | Wiring to (2) replacement boilers on third floor - mechanical room. | $2,000 | [E1881517](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881517/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [1180-1200 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1180--1200-washington-st/) | 860 ft W | Alteration or repair | Unit #423. Run new HVAC line set from unit through common stairwell to an existing roof top condenser | $17,897 | [SF1877865](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877865/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [370-398 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/370--398-harrison-av/) | 420 ft N | Plumbing | Plumbing associated with remodel | $23,800 | [PL1880111](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1880111/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [370-398 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/370--398-harrison-av/) | 420 ft N | Plumbing | Replace gas fireplace | $2,800 | [G1880112](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1880112/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [1180-1200 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1180--1200-washington-st/) | 860 ft W | Plumbing | Just one shower stall retile. | $1,000 | [PL1879060](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1879060/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [1180-1200 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1180--1200-washington-st/) | 860 ft W | Alteration or repair | demo, reframe, and rebuild kitchen, plumbing and electrical | $36,880 | [SF1875589](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875589/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [30-36 Traveler St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--36-traveler-st/) | 670 ft N | Plumbing | Removal of gas line and camping for old heating system and new system is installed we will be re gas piping the new pipe to the new unit. Existing main piping shall all remain just tying an additional two feet over | $3,600 | [G1848884](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1848884/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [335-347 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/335--347-harrison-av/) | 870 ft N | Alteration or repair | Please note: actual job address is 345 harrison ave. Scope of work - Remove and dispose of existing artificial turf, gravel, dog park accessories, and 6 light bollards. Install new artificial turf on specified pedestal system. Install new dog park accessories and light bollards. | $245,316 | [SF1873621](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873621/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [40 Traveler St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-traveler-st/) | 620 ft N | Alteration or repair | Unit 703 - Remodel Shower Bath. Replace custom organizers in three closets. Replace laundry, Replace toilets, paint, minor repairs to floating floor | $100,000 | [SF1874660](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874660/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [370-398 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/370--398-harrison-av/) | 420 ft N | Alteration or repair | Painting/motorized shades throughout Built-in supply & install (master closet, murphy bed, foyer, laundry) New fireplace & surround Semi-custom fit-out for ancillary closets Stretch ceiling in living/dining room Primary/Guest/Powder Baths remodel 380 Harrison Avenue, Unit 14J | $622,972 | [SF1874655](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874655/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [30-36 Traveler St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--36-traveler-st/) | 670 ft N | Electrical | -Replace single phase, 2 pole, 208-volt breaker with a 3 phase 208-volt, 15a breaker and hook up at unit. | $350 | [E1872489](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1872489/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [1154-1160 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1154--1160-washington-st/) | 780 ft W | Electrical | Wire primary bath addition. Move lighting and switches in primary bed as needed. | $13,000 | [E1871695](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1871695/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [536-550 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/536--550-harrison-av/) | 990 ft SW | Other | Install temporary 40x170, 25x15, 9x15 & (2) 10x30 tents used for SOWA Summer Event. Installed 7/25. Removed 7/30. Event dates 7/27-7/29 | $38,242 | [SF1864952](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864952/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [536-550 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/536--550-harrison-av/) | 990 ft SW | Electrical | Install temporary 300KW & 25KVA generators used to power AC & lighting in temporary tents. Installed 7/25. Removed 7/30. Event date 7/26-7/29/26 | $44,810 | [ETS1865506](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1865506/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [1180-1200 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1180--1200-washington-st/) | 860 ft W | Alteration or repair | Work to be performed in unit number 401–403 demolition all interior non-structural walls, removal of three bathrooms and kitchen, disposable all debris in the proper facilities | $46,000 | [SF1867147](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867147/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [1166 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1166-washington-st/) | 810 ft W | Sign | Install 3 sets pvc letters signs to the existing canopy. | $1,700 | [ALT1861762](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1861762/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [370-398 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/370--398-harrison-av/) | 420 ft N | Fire systems | Repack existing Pentair Aurora Centrifugal Fire Pump | $4,954 | [SF1855789](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1855789/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [55-57 Traveler St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55--57-traveler-st/) | 330 ft N | Electrical | Wire new split ac system | Not listed | [E1861175](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861175/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [1154-1160 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1154--1160-washington-st/) | 780 ft W | Plumbing | Primary bathroom and laundry room remodel | $7,000 | [PL1856594](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1856594/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [400 Frontage Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/400-frontage-rd/) | 730 ft SE | Fire systems | Replacing and installing new smokes, heats, relays related to the replacement of (2) existing elevators with (2) new elevators. | $24,000 | [EFA1855839](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1855839/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [160 E Berkeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160-e-berkeley-st/) | 540 ft NW | Alteration or repair | No construction necessary. Just want to change the breakdown of ages of occupants in the building. It would be 32 children under the age of 2.9 years and 35 children 2.9 years and older. | Not listed | [ALT1808106](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1808106/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [536-550 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/536--550-harrison-av/) | 990 ft SW | Other | Erect 9x100, 25x15, 9x80 and 25x25 tents on 6/4/26, removal on 6/7/26. | $6,490 | [SF1850906](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850906/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [400 Frontage Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/400-frontage-rd/) | 730 ft SE | Electrical | (2) existing elevators are being replaced by new elevators using the existing shafts. We are bringing new 80A, 3P, 480V feeders to each elevator machine room to power the new elevators. We are also adding a transformer and a 50A 120v panelboard in each elevator machine room. | $150,000 | [E1851319](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1851319/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [518-520 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/518--520-harrison-av/) | 950 ft SW | Electrical | 519 Harrison Ave Boston Unit D421 Install 12 recessed lights 4 closet lights replace 3 hall lights. | $5,000 | [E1836456](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1836456/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [400 Frontage Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/400-frontage-rd/) | 730 ft SE | Elevator | Elevator Repair x 2eplan; | $1,818,806 | [ALT1836912](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1836912/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [1180-1200 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1180--1200-washington-st/) | 860 ft W | Alteration or repair | Complete bathroom and kitchen remodel wiring. 9 lights; 10 outlets; 6 switches; 1 bathroom fan. | $2,000 | [E1846924](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1846924/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [1154-1160 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1154--1160-washington-st/) | 780 ft W | Alteration or repair | Primary bathroom gut renovation plumbing fixtures to move. Washer & dryer to move. Partition walls to move to reveal decorative support beam. Aesthetic upgrade in primary & guest bedrooms. Expose exterior brick from interior. | $335,598 | [SF1845921](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845921/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [1180-1200 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1180--1200-washington-st/) | 860 ft W | Plumbing | renovation of kitchen, laundry, bathroom with toilet, vanity, shower | $12,000 | [PL1845605](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1845605/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [140-148 E Berkeley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/140--148-e-berkeley-st/) | 660 ft NW | Plumbing | Replace water heater in the basement. | $1,800 | [PL1830259](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1830259/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 18 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2026 | [2 Rollins St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-rollins-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Remove 160 sf interior drywall to install sound proof insulation and close wall with double 5/8 for better insulation and noise from living room to bedroom. Work to be done in unit D107 | $6,200 | [SF1904797](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904797/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [485-495 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/485--495-harrison-av/) | 0.19 mi W | Plumbing | Renovation of existing bathroom. Remove existing bathtub, floor-mounted toilet, and single vanity. Install new walk-in shower, wall-hung toilet, and double vanity. Modify plumbing as required. | $4,800 | [PL1901350](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1901350/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [180-188 Shawmut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/180--188-shawmut-av/) | 0.22 mi NW | Electrical | Demo make-safe existing lighting, switching, and receptacles per drawings. Furnish & install new lighting, switching, and receptacles to accommodate new fitness area. | $28,000 | [E1901090](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901090/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [485-495 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/485--495-harrison-av/) | 0.19 mi W | Electrical | Wire a bathroom fan, recessed lights and tape light, add 8 scones though hallway, bedroom add tape light by grass wall | $5,000 | [E1897964](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1897964/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [180-188 Shawmut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/180--188-shawmut-av/) | 0.22 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Renovation of existing community space to gym for residents. New finishes and lighting for the space. | $102,389 | [ALT1855889](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1855889/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [485-495 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/485--495-harrison-av/) | 0.19 mi W | Alteration or repair | Demolition and renovation of one existing bathroom, installation of new non-load-bearing partition wall with door, replacement of kitchen countertop and backsplash. No structural modifications. Separate plumbing and electrical permits to be obtained by licensed contractors as required. | $28,000 | [SF1895258](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895258/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [130 Union Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/130-union-park-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | Unit #1 Install (4) recessed lights. Replace (2) ceiling fans | $3,500 | [E1894877](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1894877/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [102 Union Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/102-union-park-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | cut and point masonry | $27,000 | [SF1891563](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891563/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [485-495 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/485--495-harrison-av/) | 0.19 mi W | Electrical | UNIT#201; Install two wall receptacles and one wall switch to cover new dividing wall. | $2,200 | [E1883612](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1883612/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [485-495 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/485--495-harrison-av/) | 0.19 mi W | Alteration or repair | Build one wall without door. • Build one wall without a door approx. 11lnft x 16ft high.to separate the bedroom to the dining room with two open spaces near the ceiling. • Prep. And paint the new wall. • Remove all trash. | $5,900 | [SF1869945](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869945/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [2 Rollins St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-rollins-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Plumbing | UNIT 417 OFFICIAL ADDRESS 519 Harrison Replacement of fixtures in bathroom | $5,000 | [PL1863491](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1863491/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [2 Rollins St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-rollins-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Demo drywall in fourth floor bathtub and replace with new shower. Replace toilet and vanity with new toilet and vanity. Inspection for fire stopping and/or insulation. | $32,357 | [SF1860793](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860793/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [2 Rollins St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-rollins-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Electrical | Bathroom renovation - Unit D417 | $3,800 | [E1860594](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860594/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [2 Rollins St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-rollins-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Plumbing | Convert tub to shower in unit D405. Replace toilet, vanity, and valve. | $8,000 | [PL1860797](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1860797/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [2 Rollins St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-rollins-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Apt. D417 - Bathroom Renovation - No change to existing layout - Replace Vanity and toilet in existing locations - Replace Tub with Shower - New Tile and Paint | $51,130 | [SF1855160](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1855160/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [300 Frontage Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/300-frontage-rd/) | 0.22 mi S | Fire systems | Replacement of the Failed and Antiquated Farrady MPC-7000. It was replaced with a FCI-S3 Series fire panel. All field devices were upgraded - 4 pulls, 11, smokes, 4 monitor mods, 8 Horn/Strobes, 6 Strobes, 1 annunciator. | $43,673 | [EFA1849040](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1849040/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [300 Frontage Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/300-frontage-rd/) | 0.22 mi S | Fire systems | Replacement of the Failed and Antiquated Farrady MPC-7000. It was replaced with a FCI-S3 Series fire panel. All field devices were upgraded - 4 pulls, 11, smokes, 4 monitor mods, 8 Horn/Strobes, 6 Strobes, 1 annunciator. | $43,673 | [ALT1828832](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1828832/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [300 Harrison Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/300-harrison-av/) | 0.23 mi N | Plumbing | Remove & replace 2 common area residential gas grills | $2,800 | [G1848592](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1848592/) |

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