# Building permits at 28b Garfield Av, Boston, MA

Three permits on record here. The newest, Jul 10: Residential weatherization/air sealing. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 54 more permits (49 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-869246)(Unit-2) | $5,000 | [SF1861131](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861131/) |
| May 11, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Removal of the existing vinyl siding, underlayment, and aluminum trim around windows and fascia. Installation of new underlayment, new vinyl siding, and new aluminum trim around windows and fascia. | $45,536 | [SF1472223](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1472223/) |
| Jun 13, 2014 | Plumbing | duct work three inch | $200 | [PL373366](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL373366/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 6 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [32 Garfield Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-garfield-av/) | 130 ft S | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 9.43 kw 23 panels with installation of 1 tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $86,700 | [SF1901809](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901809/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [32 Garfield Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-garfield-av/) | 130 ft S | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 9.43 kw 23 panels with installation of 1 tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $86,700 | [E1901813](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901813/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [32 Garfield Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-garfield-av/) | 130 ft S | Electrical | Span panel and service conductor refeed 200A | $5,000 | [E1905056](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1905056/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [19 Loring Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-loring-pl/) | 140 ft SE | Roofing | Replace old existing shingles, 14 sq. Install high performance synthetic underlayment. Apply GAF ice and water shields. Install GAF Timberline architectural shingles. All materials, labor, and debris clean up are included. | $5,600 | [SF1859501](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859501/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [19 Loring Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-loring-pl/) | 140 ft SE | Solar | Installation of 12 roof mounted solar panels, no ESS. | $22,000 | [SF1854947](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1854947/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [19 Loring Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-loring-pl/) | 140 ft SE | Solar | Installation of 12 roof mounted solar panels, no ESS. | $5,000 | [E1854954](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1854954/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 25 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 2026 | [24 Chittick Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-chittick-rd/) | 370 ft SW | Addition | New single-story rear addition, 510 sf, to add two bedrooms, living space, and bathroom. | $270,000 | [ALT1899960](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1899960/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [67 Garfield Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-garfield-av/) | 760 ft S | Plumbing | Replacement of 2 gas furnaces | $15,000 | [G1906035](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1906035/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [45 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-washington-st/) | 940 ft SE | Plumbing | Installing one, w/c, lav., lau. & one shower on floor one. | $5,000 | [PL1906418](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1906418/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [168 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/168-dana-av/) | 820 ft E | Plumbing | Install it on electric water, heat a forty gallon in the basement | $1,200 | [PL1903840](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1903840/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [176-178 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/176--178-dana-av/) | 970 ft SE | Plumbing | Adding new gas meter to supply furnace and water heater. | $2,000 | [G1895520](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1895520/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [168 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/168-dana-av/) | 820 ft E | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy from one-family to a two-family. No work to be done. | $80,000 | [ALT1690566](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1690566/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [39 Garfield Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-garfield-av/) | 310 ft S | Solar | Roof top installation of 29 solar panels and 29 Micro inverters with ESS storage on the exterior outside wall | $11,608 | [E1896597](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896597/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [17 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-neponset-av/) | 760 ft NE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 8.61 kw 21 panels with installation of 2 franklin batteries installed on exterior of home | $103,200 | [SF1886935](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886935/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [17 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-neponset-av/) | 760 ft NE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 8.61 kw 21 panels with installation of 2 franklin batteries installed on exterior of home | $103,200 | [E1886942](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1886942/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [46 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-neponset-av/) | 920 ft E | Electrical | Address also known as 50 Neponset ave. 200 amp overhead sevice upgrade | $5,300 | [E1884013](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1884013/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [179 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/179-dana-av/) | 930 ft SE | Electrical | Wire 1 electric water heater | $500 | [E1881347](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881347/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [179 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/179-dana-av/) | 930 ft SE | Plumbing | Replace electric water heater | $2,500 | [PL1879014](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1879014/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [17 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-neponset-av/) | 760 ft NE | Electrical | Install SPAN panel and replace meter and service conductors | $9,600 | [E1877930](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1877930/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [72 Chittick Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/72-chittick-rd/) | 690 ft S | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 3 windows. Like sizes and no structural changes. | $4,199 | [SF1866999](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1866999/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [17 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-neponset-av/) | 760 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy of existing single-family dwelling. | Not listed | [ALT1861742](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1861742/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [123 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/123-dana-av/) | 310 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Insulation + Air Sealing | $16,200 | [SF1874056](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874056/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [775 Truman Pw](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/775-truman-pw/) | 860 ft N | Roofing | Roof replacement - Remove existing layers, inspect decking & replace if needed. Install proper underlayment, install new shingles. | $11,225 | [SF1865083](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1865083/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [52 Glenwood Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-glenwood-av/) | 990 ft W | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 26 windows; like for like size; no structural changes | $79,889 | [SF1862550](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862550/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [73 Loring St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73-loring-st/) | 670 ft S | Alteration or repair | Remodeling, fix and finish existing covered porch or deck | $32,000 | [SF1863748](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863748/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [168 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/168-dana-av/) | 820 ft E | Electrical | Electrical service 3 gang 200A addition of public panel and 1st floor panel relocation | $5,000 | [E1859145](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1859145/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [23-25 Grantley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23--25-grantley-st/) | 980 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Demo Existing 2 Decks Between 25-35 Grantley St, Hyde Park, MA 02136. Keep Same Footprint, Keep Existing Footings, and Add New Footings If Needed. Frame New Decking With Same Footprint, Composite Decking, and PVC Railings. | $76,500 | [SF1844742](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844742/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [79 Glenwood Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79-glenwood-av/) | 790 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-845596) | $2,000 | [SF1849481](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1849481/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [125 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/125-dana-av/) | 280 ft NE | Electrical | Uprage service to 400 amps Add public panel Add circuits for 3 heat pumps | $8,000 | [E1852253](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1852253/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [41 Chittick Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41-chittick-rd/) | 500 ft SW | Electrical | Replacement of existing 100 amp panel | $650 | [E1847148](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847148/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [125 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/125-dana-av/) | 280 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Energy retrofit scope: Replacement of two windows. Door weatherstripping. Installation of new HVAC system, electric water heater, and electrical service upgrade. Replacement of kitchen and bath ventilation fans. All work is part of the City of Boston Healthy and Green Retrofit Pilot Program. | $123,800 | [SF1840339](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1840339/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 23 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 2026 | [19-20 Margin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19--20-margin-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | To insulate attic with blown in cellulose insulation. Misc measures | $3,048 | [SF1906852](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1906852/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [15-17 Mason St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-mason-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Seeking to confirm occupancy as a two-family dwelling. No existing record of occupancy.; | Not listed | [ALT1863632](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1863632/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [15-17 Mason St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-mason-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Demolition / removal of all designated non load-bearing wall in the basement. to clear and make it an open space. (non habitable space)Work to be done at 15 1/2 Mason St | $5,400 | [SF1901216](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901216/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [48 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-williams-av/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | New Gas Lines for 2 furnaces, 2 stoves, 2 waterheaters | $10,000 | [G1897568](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1897568/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [48 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-williams-av/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | Whole house plumbing renovation | $19,800 | [PL1895575](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1895575/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [99 Garfield Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/99-garfield-av/) | 0.22 mi SE | Roofing | Replace the asphalt roof on home, approximately 1400 square feet. | $12,900 | [SF1896496](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896496/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [48 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-williams-av/) | 0.24 mi NE | Electrical | Comeplete rewire Add public meter Upgrade service from 100AMPS TO 200AMPS | $25,000 | [E1894515](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1894515/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [12 Newacre Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-newacre-rd/) | 0.24 mi SE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 4.51 kw 11 panels with installation of 1 Franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $47,700 | [SF1879842](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879842/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [12 Newacre Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-newacre-rd/) | 0.24 mi SE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 4.51 kw 11 panels with installation of 1 Franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $47,700 | [E1879845](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879845/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [48 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-williams-av/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Confirming occupancy of existing 2 family home | Not listed | [ALT1863371](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1863371/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [56-58 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56--58-washington-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Electrical | install 2 recessed light at the porch and 1 switch | $500 | [E1872885](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1872885/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [13 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/13-williams-av/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | Install #10 AWG circuit with 35A 2-pole GFCI breaker to 60-amp AC disconnect with surge arrester sizing per manufacturer name plate. • Install a 20-amp circuit with 20A AFCI/GFCI breaker for a service receptacle with in-use weatherproof cover. | $3,000 | [E1882603](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882603/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [13 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/13-williams-av/) | 0.23 mi NE | Electrical | Install #10 AWG circuit and a #12 AWG with 35A 2-pole GFCI breaker to 60-amp AC disconnect with surge arrester each sizing per manufacturer name plate. • Install 2 20-amp circuit with 20A AFCI/GFCI breaker for a service receptacle with in-useweatherproof cover. | $3,000 | [E1882601](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882601/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [48 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-williams-av/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Replace windows 20 shingle part of mansortroof,drywall and plaster, remodel4 bathrooms, rewire to code,new electrical service, revise plumbing to code and ne hvav systems | $200,000 | [SF1863142](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863142/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [4 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-neponset-av/) | 0.19 mi N | Alteration or repair | I Peggy Hinds Watson declare my home occupancy at 4 Neponset Av is an existing two family. | Not listed | [ALT1842285](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1842285/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [195 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/195-dana-av/) | 0.23 mi SE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 8.2 KW 20 panels NO BATTERY STORAGE | $45,000 | [SF1856810](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856810/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [195 Dana Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/195-dana-av/) | 0.23 mi SE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 8.2 KW 20 panels NO BATTERY STORAGE | $45,000 | [E1856812](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856812/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [14 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-washington-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Roofing | Strip Existing Asphalt Roof And Dispose Of. Install High Temp Ice And Water barrier to Complete Roof. Install 24 gauge 16'' wide standing seam to all roof facets. | $27,000 | [SF1836010](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1836010/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [4 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-neponset-av/) | 0.19 mi N | Alteration or repair | No inspections unit the occupancy is confirmed; ALT1842285 pending.Remove existing rotted 4x30 front porch and 3 steps only. Install new footings and pressure treated framing. Install new composite decking boards and steps. Install new vinyl guardrails and handrails. | $24,000 | [SF1851727](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851727/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [137 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/137-washington-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Alteration or repair | Install 16 sq siding | $9,600 | [SF1850498](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850498/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [9 Grantley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-grantley-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Seal transitions, 2" kw gable wall & kw slope, temporary access, weather strip & sweep for doors. | $3,198 | [SF1840666](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1840666/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [55 Williams Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-williams-av/) | 0.20 mi E | Alteration or repair | No inspections until occupancy is confirmed; ALT1844278 pending.Install 3/8" foam insulation board to exterior of home. Install double 4" vinyl siding to home. Cover trim fascia and soffit. | $14,000 | [SF1844054](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844054/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [56-58 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56--58-washington-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Roofing | Construct roof over existing deck, including new framing, support posts, roof sheathing, and asphalt shingles. Install ceiling insulation and finish interior ceiling. Converting it into a season room. Relocate existing shed on the property and reinstall. | $20,000 | [SF1838108](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1838108/) |

## 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No decision posted | Mar 10, 2026 | 26 Easton Av | 790 ft N | To erect a 4-story multi-family residential building with 8 units total | [BOA1732278](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Concluded" | 2025-06-10 |
| Approved | Apr 16, 2026 | 168 Dana Av | 820 ft E | To change occupancy from one-family to a two-family | [BOA1710494](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2025-04-17 |

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-14 19:37 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 14, 16:47 UTC.

Map, all 3 permits at this address and 54 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28b-garfield-av/