# Building permits at 28 Bicknell St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $1.6M alteration or repair at 147 Harvard St, permitted Oct 8.

Six permits on record here. The newest, Dec 27, 2024: Install bathtub,water closet, vanity sink and shower. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 118 more permits since May 1. A zoning hearing Nov 10 covers 41 Bicknell St, 210 ft northeast.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 27, 2024 | Plumbing | Install bathtub,water closet, vanity sink and shower | $23,000 | [PL1678933](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1678933/) |
| Nov 13, 2024 | Electrical | Rewiring bathroom,lights and gfci | $1,400 | [E1670839](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1670839/) |
| Oct 3, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Renovate existing bathroom on the 2nd floor | $14,000 | [SF1658862](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1658862/) |
| Nov 15, 2023 | Plumbing | backflow preventors on new boilers | $1,000 | [PL1545534](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1545534/) |
| Nov 15, 2023 | Plumbing | replacment of gas boiler | $2,000 | [G1545533](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1545533/) |
| Oct 8, 2013 | Roofing | Install a new roof. | $19,310 | [SF290830](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF290830/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 15 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [31 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-bicknell-st/) | 140 ft NE | Plumbing | Replace existing tub/shower with prefab acrylic base and acrylic walls. Replace valve and fixtures. No Structural Changes | $30,381 | [PL1894064](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1894064/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [31 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-bicknell-st/) | 140 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Shower to shower remodel with an acrylic replacement unit and prefabricated base. Replace the fixture and valve. No structural work. Remove and replace (1) toilet and (1) vanity, like for like. | $25,422 | [SF1902525](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902525/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [11 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-bicknell-st/) | 230 ft SE | Solar | Installation of 28 modules-roof mounted - 12.040 kw dc, 9.772 kw ac | $18,868 | [E1897544](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1897544/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [76 Esmond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76-esmond-st/) | 180 ft W | Electrical | Install 3 bathroom fans | $2,250 | [E1900311](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900311/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [11 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-bicknell-st/) | 230 ft SE | Solar | Installation of 28 modules, solar roof-mounted, 12.040 kW DC, 9.772 kW AC | $47,169 | [SF1890363](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890363/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [38 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-bicknell-st/) | 150 ft N | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 6 windows, like for like, same size, no structural changes -2nd floor windows | $7,841 | [SF1883723](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1883723/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [38 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-bicknell-st/) | 150 ft N | Electrical | Install new 208/230V electrical circuit and AC disconnect for a 1-ton ductless mini-split system. | $1,000 | [E1882854](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882854/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [76 Esmond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76-esmond-st/) | 180 ft W | Alteration or repair | Air Sealing Attic blow in cellulose to achieve R-49 Blow in dense pack cellulose inside walls Replace 14 windows Earthwise Double Hung U-Value 0.18 - Certified Energy Star 7.0 | $26,100 | [SF1874738](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874738/) |
| Jul 19, 2026 | [30-32 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--32-bicknell-st/) | 50 ft NW | Roofing | Strip existing EPDM Roof and Install new insulation and EPDM Roof | $63,720 | [SF1870543](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870543/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [33 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-bicknell-st/) | 170 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Insulate the attic unit #2 | $3,022 | [SF1868512](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868512/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [11 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-bicknell-st/) | 230 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Remove old siding from home. Install 3/8" foam board insulation to the exterior. Install double 4" vinyl siding. Cover trim fascia and soffit. | $38,600 | [SF1865401](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1865401/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [38 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-bicknell-st/) | 150 ft N | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 5 windows, like for like, same size, no structural changes | $7,740 | [SF1848087](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848087/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [84 Esmond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84-esmond-st/) | 160 ft W | Electrical | Im running a 50amp feed for the stove in unit 3 kitchen as well dual function the kitchen circuits. In unit one and two im dual functioning the microwave, dishwasher and fridge circuits. I'm also rewiring three hot water tanks | $10,000 | [E1847787](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847787/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [84 Esmond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84-esmond-st/) | 160 ft W | Plumbing | Changing 4 toilets 3 lavs 3 shower valves 3 electric hot water heaters 3 kitchen sinks 3 dishwasher just fixture swap | $9,000 | [PL1845265](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1845265/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [84 Esmond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84-esmond-st/) | 160 ft W | Plumbing | Gas piped 2 new furance install 2 gas stoves | $3,000 | [G1845266](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1845266/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 67 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [147 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/147-harvard-st/) | 640 ft SE | Alteration or repair | At Risk/Foundation for new 4-unit residential unit development with 3 on-grade parking spaces. | $1,640,000 | [FND1830039](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/FND1830039/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [62 Charlotte St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/62-charlotte-st/) | 580 ft NW | Plumbing | Installing 4 gas meters and 4 gas ranges in the basement | $4,000 | [G1906925](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1906925/) |
| Oct 3, 2026 | [6r Gleason St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6r-gleason-st/) | 380 ft SE | Plumbing | new pluming for single family | $6,000 | [PL1905818](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1905818/) |
| Oct 3, 2026 | [6 Gleason St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-gleason-st/) | 430 ft SE | Plumbing | new plumbing in basement unit | $4,000 | [PL1905770](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1905770/) |
| Oct 2, 2026 | [217 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/217-harvard-st/) | 950 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Takedown triple decker porch roof to remain. Rebuild triple decker porch exact size as before per stamped plans | $30,000 | [SF1906539](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1906539/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [20 Wales St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-wales-st/) | 630 ft W | Electrical | replace electrical panel in the unit21,31 | $3,500 | [E1904804](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904804/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [35-35a Gleason St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35--35a-gleason-st/) | 450 ft NE | Electrical | wiring for furnace and condenser | $1,150 | [E1900516](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900516/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [8 Maybrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-maybrook-st/) | 950 ft NE | Roofing | Strip reroof home & garage | $25,000 | [SF1902974](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902974/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [8 Maybrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-maybrook-st/) | 950 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $14,000 | [SF1901726](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901726/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [15 Maybrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-maybrook-st/) | 980 ft NE | Roofing | Strip and re roof | $12,000 | [SF1902688](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902688/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [20 Wales St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-wales-st/) | 630 ft W | Alteration or repair | Clean Joe will be removing affected drywalls, ceilings, and floors to clean up and prevent further damages. Interior finishes only. | $15,000 | [SF1900227](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900227/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [16 Nightingale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-nightingale-st/) | 800 ft SE | Fire systems | Installation of a new common building fire alarm system due to the major renovation of the property per building permit ALT1794372. | $16,450 | [EFA1899518](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1899518/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [11 Page St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-page-st/) | 860 ft N | Alteration or repair | Wall insulation and air sealing - units 1 and 2 only. Blown in cellulose. | $6,000 | [SF1891508](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891508/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [34 Gleason St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-gleason-st/) | 360 ft NE | Electrical | Wire finish basement with bathroom: 18 recessed lights 16 outlets 1 sub panel - 100amps 3 smoke detectors 1 inside fan | $7,800 | [E1896762](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896762/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [5 Page St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-page-st/) | 940 ft N | Alteration or repair | remove existing 137 sq ft deck, stairs and rails - install new 137sq ft deck, stairs and rails per photos and plans attached | $56,005 | [SF1894762](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894762/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [16 Nightingale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-nightingale-st/) | 800 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Changing a 3 family to a 4 family. Updating framing to include 4 family as per plan. Updating windows and doors updating plumbing adding fire protection updating hvac units and carpentry on the floors including gutters painting. | $757,000 | [ALT1794372](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1794372/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [21 Nightingale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-nightingale-st/) | 650 ft SE | Alteration or repair | insulating ext walls with blown in insulation | $6,539 | [SF1890797](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890797/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [34 Gleason St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-gleason-st/) | 360 ft NE | Plumbing | RENOVATION: 1 3/4-bathroom in the basement. | $3,000 | [PL1894742](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1894742/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [115 Glenway St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/115-glenway-st/) | 860 ft N | Plumbing | gas cook stove replacement | $250 | [G1891577](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1891577/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [35-35a Gleason St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35--35a-gleason-st/) | 450 ft NE | Fire systems | Installing new 24v fire alarm system for 2-family w/ ADU addition in basement. Owner has requested FQAC to be designer and installer for this fire alarm system. These plans submitted should supersede any previously supplied 24v fire alarm system plans for permit ALT1692246. Thank you.Verify by ward  | $5,800 | [A1873296](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1873296/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [7 Maybrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-maybrook-st/) | 840 ft NE | Plumbing | Repair leaks in gas piping so that gas can be restored to home. Work is being performed only in unit 2. | $1,900 | [G1889932](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1889932/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [152 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/152-harvard-st/) | 600 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Fire damage reconstruction of existing two-family dwelling. Structural repairs and roof rebuild per approved plans. Reconstruct all fire-damaged building components, including framing, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, insulation, drywall, and interior finishes. | $350,000 | [ALT1883300](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1883300/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [26 Esmond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-esmond-st/) | 870 ft NW | Electrical | boiler wiring and sub panel | $1,750 | [E1840638](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1840638/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [21 Nightingale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-nightingale-st/) | 650 ft SE | Electrical | Replacing three exhaust fans in the bathrooms | $2,500 | [E1887015](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1887015/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [152 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/152-harvard-st/) | 600 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Removal of all ceilings, walls, and flooring on all three levels due to fire and water damage. | $45,000 | [SF1830125](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1830125/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [21 Nightingale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-nightingale-st/) | 650 ft SE | Electrical | Upgrade service, add common panel and wire 4 heat pumps, 2 DH water heaters | $10,000 | [E1882720](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882720/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [10 Maybrook St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-maybrook-st/) | 990 ft NE | Electrical | Rough and finish of 3 level single family | $16,000 | [E1882555](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882555/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [21 Nightingale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-nightingale-st/) | 650 ft SE | Plumbing | Replace 2 electric water heaters | $5,000 | [PL1881401](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1881401/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [189 Glenway St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/189-glenway-st/) | 670 ft SE | Plumbing | Sarah Greenwood School, 186 Glenway Street, replace drinking fountains, two in the basement, 1 on the 1st floor and 1 on the 2nd floor. | $8,000 | [PL1879167](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1879167/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [9 Nightingale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-nightingale-st/) | 700 ft SE | Electrical | grounding the main service, installing ground rods | $500 | [E1879457](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879457/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [51 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/51-bicknell-st/) | 360 ft N | Alteration or repair | Remove 1 existing door and replace with 1 new door. No structural work. Work to take place in unit 3 | $5,179 | [SF1879885](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879885/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [57 Charlotte St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57-charlotte-st/) | 580 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Strip and re-siding: Tando Advanced Composite Siding | $85,000 | [SF1879066](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879066/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [38 Gleason St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-gleason-st/) | 430 ft N | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 1 patio door; like for like size; no structural changes | $7,914 | [SF1875979](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875979/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [50 Esmond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-esmond-st/) | 550 ft NW | Electrical | Electrical meter relocation *inside to outside* | $24,000 | [E1876037](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1876037/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [35 Abbot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-abbot-st/) | 900 ft SW | Roofing | Will be removing the home's current roof and replacing with new onyx black lifetime shingles. Will be installing 6' ice + water shield to the base of the house. Will be installing rubber synthetic deck underlayment. Will be installing a ridge vent at peak with cap shingle. new pipe jacks and boots | $14,280 | [SF1875034](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875034/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [59 Esmond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-esmond-st/) | 440 ft NW | Roofing | Strip & reroof to fix damage | $34,909 | [SF1870127](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870127/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [32 Gleason St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-gleason-st/) | 320 ft NE | Plumbing | Installation of 2 Electric Water Heaters in basement of residence BID Permit# SF1846146 | $3,000 | [PL1868472](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1868472/) |
| Jul 19, 2026 | [11a-11 Wales St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11a--11-wales-st/) | 830 ft W | Roofing | Strip existing EPDM Roof and Install new insulation and EPDM Roof | $95,040 | [SF1870556](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870556/) |
| Jul 19, 2026 | [20 Wales St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-wales-st/) | 630 ft W | Roofing | Strip existing EPDM Roof and Install new insulation and EPDM Roof | $112,320 | [SF1870529](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870529/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [41-43 Esmond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41--43-esmond-st/) | 640 ft NW | Roofing | Strip existing EPDM Roof and Install new insulation and EPDM Roof | $78,408 | [SF1870526](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870526/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [174 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/174-harvard-st/) | 460 ft S | Plumbing | Replace existing gas boiler and water heater with Lochinvar high efficiency gas combination boiler / water heater and install backflow preventer. | $15,000 | [PL1870928](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1870928/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [174 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/174-harvard-st/) | 460 ft S | Plumbing | Install new gas combination boiler and water heater and reconnect to existing gas supply piping. | $15,000 | [G1870936](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1870936/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [152 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/152-harvard-st/) | 600 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Removal of existing chimney due to structural deterioration and unsafe condition. Demolish chimney to roofline/foundation as required and properly weatherproof and repair affected roof and exterior finishes. | $5,000 | [SF1871095](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1871095/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [141-143 Glenway St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/141--143-glenway-st/) | 600 ft NE | Electrical | meter to be replaced as part of Eversource's AMI project | $1,500 | [E1870479](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870479/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [32 Gleason St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-gleason-st/) | 320 ft NE | Electrical | Service upgrade from 200A to 400A, 2 hot water tank, 2 condenser heat pump, 2 bath fan | $15,600 | [E1863645](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863645/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [162 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/162-harvard-st/) | 500 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID- 870498) (Unit-2) | $8,000 | [SF1866791](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1866791/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [35-35a Gleason St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35--35a-gleason-st/) | 450 ft NE | Plumbing | furnace replacement | $8,000 | [G1866957](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1866957/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [55 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-bicknell-st/) | 420 ft N | Alteration or repair | Install 3/8" foam board insulation to exterior of home. Install double 4" vinyl siding. Install vertical siding to front bays. Cover trim fascia and soffit. Install new gutters and screens. | $46,500 | [SF1865392](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1865392/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [65 Mclellan St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-mclellan-st/) | 790 ft N | Electrical | install 3 20amp receptacles in 3rd floor apartment bedrooms | $2,700 | [E1859664](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1859664/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [31 Bradshaw St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-bradshaw-st/) | 560 ft N | Plumbing | Renovation adding 6 bathrooms | $15,000 | [PL1862184](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1862184/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [31 Bradshaw St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-bradshaw-st/) | 560 ft N | Plumbing | Two new furnaces and two new kitchen stoves | $3,500 | [G1862188](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1862188/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [60 Nightingale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-nightingale-st/) | 830 ft S | Alteration or repair | Install shelves in bedrooms install door locks in doors install missing baseboards install missing siding in front area of house install missing ballusters on porches | $4,500 | [SF1861287](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861287/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [103-105 Glenway St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/103--105-glenway-st/) | 950 ft N | Alteration or repair | Air seal and densepack cellulose in attic floor, install thermodome cover for pull down stair, install wind baffles and chutes to maintain soffit venting | $4,350 | [SF1859346](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859346/) |
| Jun 6, 2026 | [144-144b Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/144--144b-harvard-st/) | 710 ft SE | Plumbing | Remodeling. Commercial. 1st Floor: 1 kitchen sink, 1 hand sink, 1 3 bay sink, 1 dishwasher, 2 ice makers, 2 toilets, 2 lavatories, and 1 mop sink. | $11,000 | [PL1856923](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1856923/) |
| May 30, 2026 | [37 Nightingale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-nightingale-st/) | 640 ft S | Alteration or repair | Blown cellulose in attic and walls. Additional weatherization including air sealing, roof vent, and CO alarms. | $19,356 | [SF1852765](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852765/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [153 Glenway St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/153-glenway-st/) | 510 ft NE | Electrical | Adding a meter. Roughing a adu | $14,000 | [E1855387](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1855387/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [31 Bradshaw St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-bradshaw-st/) | 560 ft N | Electrical | New (1) CAT and (1) RG6 lines per unit for new 2 family property. | $3,000 | [ELV1848625](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1848625/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [31 Bradshaw St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-bradshaw-st/) | 560 ft N | Fire systems | All new local smoke and CO detectors in new 2 family property. | $6,000 | [EFA1848618](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1848618/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [31 Bradshaw St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-bradshaw-st/) | 560 ft N | Electrical | All new electrical installation for 2 family property. New 400AMP service with 2 residential meters and 1 public meter. | $20,000 | [E1848610](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1848610/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [50 Esmond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-esmond-st/) | 550 ft NW | Solar | 9.840 Kw dc & 9.120 kw ac grid tied photovoltaic system with (N) 100a main breaker enclosure | $20,516 | [SF1850845](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850845/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [50 Esmond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-esmond-st/) | 550 ft NW | Electrical | 9.840 Kw dc & 9.120 kw ac grid tied photovoltaic system with (N) 100a main breaker enclosure | $1,476 | [E1850851](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850851/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [153 Glenway St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/153-glenway-st/) | 510 ft NE | Fire systems | install sprinkler and fire alarm to basement for (See note in log for correct permit #ALT1167148;) | $16,000 | [A1833378](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1833378/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [124 Greenwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/124-greenwood-st/) | 980 ft E | Alteration or repair | weatherization work through the mass save program | $8,601 | [SF1850089](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850089/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [27 Bradshaw St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-bradshaw-st/) | 580 ft N | Electrical | Install new receptacles and switches in bedroom, living room, kitchen, and bathroom, including one GFCI receptacle in the bathroom and 4 new breakers. | $3,100 | [E1846734](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1846734/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [32 Gleason St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-gleason-st/) | 320 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Upgrade electrical service; install mini splits, replace water tanks, replace window and door (main entry) | $102,500 | [SF1846146](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846146/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [32 Gleason St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-gleason-st/) | 320 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Basement and wall insulation and air sealing in both units. | $11,200 | [SF1837682](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1837682/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [34 Gleason St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-gleason-st/) | 360 ft NE | Electrical | Relocating inverter from interior to exterior on the same wall. | $1,000 | [E1844586](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1844586/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 36 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [30 Vesta Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-vesta-rd/) | 0.20 mi SW | Electrical | 400 amps service upgrade run circuits for 3 heat pumps run circuit for stove in unit 3 change bathroom fan install unit 3 | $12,000 | [E1904745](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904745/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [32 Harlem St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-harlem-st/) | 0.25 mi NE | Electrical | add a circuits for lights & outlets in the common areas, Request a public meter for existing public meter socket | $3,500 | [E1904321](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904321/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [30 Vesta Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-vesta-rd/) | 0.20 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Replacement of windows, exterior door weatherstripping, new electrical service, new heat pump mini splits, replacement of hot water heater, new hoods and vents. As per Mayors Office of Housing Green Retrofit Program. | $164,674 | [SF1903260](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1903260/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [764-776 Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/764--776-blue-hill-av/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Strip off old rubber roof and install new EPDM rubber. | $55,510 | [SF1902408](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902408/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [86 Kingsdale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/86-kingsdale-st/) | 0.20 mi S | Alteration or repair | SUV struck foundation wall, causing a hole in the side of the foundation. | $1,000 | [SF1891711](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891711/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [783 Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/783-blue-hill-av/) | 0.24 mi W | Sign | Remove and replace the LEd price panel on the Pylon sign. New LED prices to include diesel. | $4,400 | [ALT1864401](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1864401/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [70-80 Talbot Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/70--80-talbot-av/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical | Event use | $125 | [ETS1894163](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1894163/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [69 Glenway St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-glenway-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | Replacing gas dryers in common area laundry room. | $900 | [G1890243](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1890243/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [3 Esmond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3-esmond-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Plumbing | Replacing gas dryer in common area laundry room. | $300 | [G1890210](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1890210/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [18-24 Standish St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--24-standish-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | install cable tv in bed rooms | $8,000 | [ELV1879358](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1879358/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [69 Greenwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-greenwood-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. Doing all three units | $24,000 | [SF1886877](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886877/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [114-122 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/114--122-harvard-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Other | Revision to 1 HR fire rated floor/ceiling assembly for increased acoustic performance using solid hardwood floors for ERT1438203 that is currently under construction. | Not listed | [A1872053](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1872053/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [114-122 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/114--122-harvard-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | install cable tv in bedrooms | $15,000 | [ELV1879369](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1879369/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [114-122 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/114--122-harvard-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Fire systems | Install hardwired smoke detectors in units. Install fire alarm system. | $20,000 | [EFA1879367](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1879367/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [18-24 Standish St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--24-standish-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Fire systems | Install hardwired smoke detectors in units. Install fire alarm system | $10,000 | [EFA1879356](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1879356/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [114-122 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/114--122-harvard-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | Complete wiring 16 units condo. New construction. Install new 800 amp service | $300,000 | [E1879364](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879364/) |
| Aug 1, 2026 | [18-24 Standish St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--24-standish-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | Complete wiring 6 units new construction. Install new 400 amp service | $100,000 | [E1879352](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879352/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [18-24 Standish St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--24-standish-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Other | Revision to 1 HR fire rated floor/ceiling assembly for increased acoustic performance using solid hardwood floors for ERT1438463 that is currently under construction. | Not listed | [A1872048](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1872048/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [16 Charlotte St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-charlotte-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Plumbing | Adding 6 sub water meter in basement | $3,500 | [PL1873753](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1873753/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [33 Fowler St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-fowler-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Alteration or repair | Repair back stairs same size as existing, 8" risers and 11" threads by 36" wide, about 9 steps, all pt. Repair front stairs just replace threads and risers with composite and pvc, only 4 steps. Replace 4 sections of guard rails 36' x 40" each with pvc on front deck. | $5,200 | [SF1874441](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874441/) |
| Jul 19, 2026 | [38-40 Mclellan St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38--40-mclellan-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Roofing | Strip existing EPDM Roof and Install new insulation and EPDM Roof | $76,896 | [SF1870537](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870537/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [56 Glenway St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56-glenway-st/) | 0.25 mi N | Electrical | Automatic Control Systems, three heat pump systems and three ERV systems. | $3,000 | [ELV1873221](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1873221/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [114-122 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/114--122-harvard-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Plumbing | Starting new plumbing for all 112-122 Harvard st. | $200,000 | [PL1871649](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1871649/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [114 Norwell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/114-norwell-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace vinyl siding on front third story gable area and left side dormer only (4sq). | $5,019 | [SF1859508](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859508/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [825 Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/825-blue-hill-av/) | 0.24 mi W | Fire systems | The intent of this scope of work is to replace the existing conventional fire alarm control panel with a new Firelite conventional fire alarm control panel. The existing panel is in disrepair and in immediate need of replacement. This will include but not be limited to: a new Firelite #MS-10UD fire  | $15,000 | [ALT1844965](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1844965/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [56 Glenway St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56-glenway-st/) | 0.25 mi N | Fire systems | Install new fire alarm system | $10,000 | [EFA1845522](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1845522/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [18-24 Standish St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--24-standish-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Fire systems | Install new, low voltage fire alarm in this 4 unit residential property. | $10,000 | [EFA1864511](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1864511/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [34-36 Browning Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34--36-browning-av/) | 0.24 mi S | Plumbing | update 1 full bathroom for each unit | $7,000 | [PL1862954](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1862954/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [34-36 Browning Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34--36-browning-av/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Addition new bathroom and playroom in the attic of unit 36 browning Ave | $2,250 | [E1863523](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863523/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [34-36 Browning Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34--36-browning-av/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Addition new bathroom and playroom in the attic of unit 34 browning ave | $2,250 | [E1863510](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863510/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [34-36 Browning Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34--36-browning-av/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Install 2 full bathrooms in unit #34 & #36 in the attic. | $42,000 | [ALT1860376](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1860376/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [783 Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/783-blue-hill-av/) | 0.24 mi W | Roofing | Install rubber roof | $18,000 | [SF1861335](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861335/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [56 Kingsdale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56-kingsdale-st/) | 0.19 mi S | Electrical | Bathroom fan Replacement | $1,000 | [E1855332](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1855332/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [783 Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/783-blue-hill-av/) | 0.24 mi W | Electrical | Wiring for new underground fuel storage tanks and fuel dispensers. | $45,000 | [E1833564](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1833564/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [80-90 Glenway St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80--90-glenway-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Plumbing | Drainage for 4 new washers. | $8,000 | [PL1846653](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1846653/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [80-90 Glenway St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80--90-glenway-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Plumbing | Connecting gas dryers to main gas line | $4,000 | [G1846659](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1846659/) |

## 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 10, 2026 | 41 Bicknell St | 210 ft NE | To change the legal occupancy from four residential units to a building with five residential units anda… | [BOA1903128](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Scheduled" | 2026-09-22 |
| Requested |  | 3 Vesta Rd | 0.21 mi W | Zoning appeal: "- Confirm occupancy as equipment shelter" | [BOA1905125](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-09-28 |
| Requested |  | 125 to 139 Harvard St | 930 ft E | To change occupancy to include restaurant with take out | [BOA1902360](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-09-18 |
| Requested |  | 54r Talbot Av | 0.22 mi SW | Zoning appeal: "On vacant land, erect new 1-story, steel framed accessory building w/loft…" | [BOA1897662](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-09-04 |
| Requested |  | 110 Wales St | 0.22 mi S | To construct a new 5 story 62,244GSF building on vacant… | [BOA1826994](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-03-10 |
| Approved | Jun 2, 2026 | 102 Nightingale St | 0.22 mi SW | Zoning appeal: "On a vacant lot, erect a 3-story, 3-unit residential building w/rear decks…" | [BOA1822982](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-02-23 |
| Approved | Mar 24, 2026 | 147 Harvard St | 640 ft SE | Zoning appeal: "New 4-unit residential development with 3 on-grade parking spaces" | [BOA1811687](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-01-13 |
| Approved | May 19, 2026 | 16 Nightingale St | 800 ft SE | To change a 3 family to a 4 family | [BOA1824677](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-03-03 |

## More on this street

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

- [30-32 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--32-bicknell-st/): newest permit Jul 19, 2026
- [31 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-bicknell-st/): newest permit Sep 30, 2026
- [24 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-bicknell-st/): newest permit Dec 11, 2024
- [33 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-bicknell-st/): newest permit Jul 9, 2026
- [38 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-bicknell-st/): newest permit Aug 12, 2026
- [41 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41-bicknell-st/): newest permit Apr 6, 2026
- [11 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-bicknell-st/): newest permit Sep 24, 2026
- [7 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-bicknell-st/): newest permit Mar 25, 2025
- [50 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-bicknell-st/): newest permit Nov 4, 2025
- [51 Bicknell St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/51-bicknell-st/): newest permit Aug 3, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-09 22:43 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, 19:47 UTC.

Map, all 6 permits at this address and 118 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-bicknell-st/