# Building permits at 29-33 Brainerd Rd, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: an $88M new building at 1266-1270 Commonwealth Av, permitted May 26.

Five permits on record here. The newest, Aug 4: Redo AC condenser load. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 46 more permits since May 1. One is for a new building, 310 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 4, 2026 | Electrical | Redo AC condenser load. | $1,000 | [E1882033](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882033/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Installation and wiring of replacement system into existing ductwork consisting of one condenser and one air handler 33 Brainerd Rd #311 Allston, MA 02134 | $13,986 | [SF1875781](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875781/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | Electrical | Installation and wiring of replacement system into existing ductwork consisting of one condenser and one air handler 33 Brainerd Rd #311 Allston, MA 02134 | $4,662 | [E1875813](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875813/) |
| Oct 5, 2018 | Plumbing | Replace existing tub/shower valve | $1,000 | [PL884891](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL884891/) |
| Oct 19, 2012 | Alteration or repair | replace 8 window lintels and 6 sills and spot masonry where needed remove old caulking from around windows and doors and re caulk repair front steps and paint | $26,400 | [SF193530](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF193530/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

46 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2026 | [24 Royce Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-royce-rd/) | 120 ft NE | Alteration or repair | 24 Royce Rd, Unit 3, Allston, MA: > Complete renovation of the unit, including replacement of windows. > Relocate bedroom door. > Relocate the bathroom and kitchen areas, including the addition of a laundry area. | $39,500 | [SF1902176](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902176/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [6 Manton Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-manton-te/) | 200 ft SE | Fire systems | Fire Alarm System - Remove 1 system smoke and 1 horn strobe in basement dwelling unit. Install 2 low frequency sounders 1 in each bedroom. | $2,000 | [A1888954](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1888954/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [6 Manton Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-manton-te/) | 200 ft SE | Fire systems | Fire Alarm System - Remove Fire Alarm Devices : 4 Horn Strobes and 1 Smoke Detector. Run wire in 2 bedroom basement apartment and install 2 Mini horns on the Finish. | $1,400 | [EFA1867487](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1867487/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [6 Manton Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-manton-te/) | 200 ft SE | Electrical | basement complete wiring with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, kitchen and living room | $5,000 | [E1857156](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857156/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [6 Manton Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-manton-te/) | 200 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy from 3 residential units to 4 residential units; convert existing basement level to a residential unit | $135,500 | [ALT1748096](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1748096/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [5 Fiske Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-fiske-te/) | 210 ft SE | Roofing | Install new roof shingles. | $5,500 | [SF1845050](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845050/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 18 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2026 | [85 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-brainerd-rd/) | 990 ft SW | Plumbing | replace existing tub/shower valve and drain with new shower valve and drain | $1,895 | [PL1902470](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1902470/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [1266-1270 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1266--1270-commonwealth-av/) | 310 ft NW | Electrical | New 200 unit apartment building with parking under | $7,000,000 | [E1901669](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901669/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [85 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-brainerd-rd/) | 990 ft SW | Plumbing | Remodeling. 4th Floor: 1 kitchen sink, 1 garbage disposal, 1 dishwasher, 1 ice maker, 2 toilets, 2 lavatories, and 2 bathtubs. | $10,000 | [PL1901584](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1901584/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [69 Quint Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69-quint-av/) | 900 ft NW | Plumbing | replacement of a range | $200 | [G1899362](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1899362/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [1266-1270 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1266--1270-commonwealth-av/) | 310 ft NW | Electrical | Temp electrical service for construction | $2,500 | [ETS1894566](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1894566/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [1172 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1172-commonwealth-av/) | 930 ft NE | Electrical | installation of cat 6 data cabling, | $78,375 | [ELV1877375](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1877375/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [1267-1269 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1267--1269-commonwealth-av/) | 560 ft NW | Electrical | upgrade electrical panelboard | $1,800 | [E1889651](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1889651/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [85 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-brainerd-rd/) | 990 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Kitchen and 2 bathrooms renovation | $40,000 | [SF1878090](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1878090/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [1251 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1251-commonwealth-av/) | 580 ft NW | Electrical | Install 20, 4 inch recessed lights | $1,100 | [E1882063](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882063/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [85 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-brainerd-rd/) | 990 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Replacement of the existing storefront windows at the front elevation on levels 1 through 6. The existing windows will be removed and replaced with new. | $358,373 | [SF1864244](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864244/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [1266-1270 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1266--1270-commonwealth-av/) | 310 ft NW | Demolition | Demolition of existing 1 story (with Basement) and removal of demo debris. | $119,697 | [SF1847021](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847021/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [14 Park Vale Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-park-vale-av/) | 940 ft NW | Electrical | replace federal pacific panel with a circuit breaker type | $1,200 | [E1870018](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870018/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [65 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-brainerd-rd/) | 670 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy of Unit 206 from Manager's Office to Studio Unit (Allowed use on 2nd story). BOA Decision BZC No 27571 Permit #06-3535 (01/09/2007) approved 103 units in NS-1 zone. Current use is 100 units + Manager's Office + 101 spaces. New use to be 101 units + 101 spaces. No construction needed | $100 | [ALT1724684](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1724684/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [1284 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1284-commonwealth-av/) | 430 ft W | Other | install new rubber roof | $65,000 | [SF1857651](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857651/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [1266-1270 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1266--1270-commonwealth-av/) | 310 ft NW | New building | Construction of a new, up to 6-story building containing approximately 206 multi-family dwelling units, approximately 2,100 square feet of ground floor retail, residential amenities, and approximately;68;72 at-grade structured vehicle parking spaces.;Demolition of existing structure under SF1847021L | $88,434,555 | [ERT1525501](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1525501/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [48-52 Glenville Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48--52-glenville-av/) | 750 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Restoration of existing metal railings and balcony platforms. Removal of all loose balcony surfaces and applying new. Applying of waterproofing Tremco application on all balcony surfaces. Painting of all metal railings and balcony platforms. | $288,535 | [SF1848330](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848330/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [1213-1223 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1213--1223-commonwealth-av/) | 780 ft N | Sign | Install a new channel letter sign with panel to the wall. | $4,500 | [ALT1843095](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1843095/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [59 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-brainerd-rd/) | 450 ft SW | Electrical | Kitchen remodeling unit #205 | $5,000 | [E1827594](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1827594/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 22 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | [17-37 Fordham Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17--37-fordham-rd/) | 0.25 mi NE | Electrical | 25 Fordham Rd. - Demo (23) modular rooms, disconnect cut and cap power to existing modular rooms. Install (18) 2x2 LED panel lights, install occupancy sensors, install (2) combo exit/emerg lights. Disconnect (23) horn strobes, one per room. | $40,000 | [E1903786](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903786/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [88 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/88-linden-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | Renovation, basement 2 boiler and 1 power vent water heater. | $8,000 | [PL1901586](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1901586/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [88 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/88-linden-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Plumbing | Renovation, basement 2 boiler and water heater. | $600,000 | [G1901593](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1901593/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [10 Chester St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-chester-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Plumbing | replace cracked 1/2" csst gas line serving gas dryer. National grid shut gas off to the building | $1,500 | [G1897029](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1897029/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [117-119 Glenville Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/117--119-glenville-av/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | Replace Vinyl Flooring. Repair damaged/broken drywall and Paintings. Replace windows, existing opening. Replace interior doors, existing opening. Install new Cabinets and countertops. All work Non-Structural. | $25,000 | [SF1888718](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1888718/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [160-162 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160--162-harvard-av/) | 0.19 mi N | Alteration or repair | Replace store front door and windows, flooring updates, guardrail installation around basement stair opening, painting and lighting updates and switches. outlets, Custom photo Booths. "Part of occupancy change ALT1861608" | $61,700 | [SF1881266](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881266/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [91 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/91-linden-st/) | 0.19 mi N | Alteration or repair | Install Intellijack support system to stabilize floor joist or beams as shown wit sonotube footingsAll work to be Verified in the field by the Ward Inspector ( Approved Stamped ISD Plans Only ) | $14,500 | [ALT1880333](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1880333/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [128-136 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/128--136-harvard-av/) | 0.24 mi N | Sign | Existing double side light box refacing only. | $1,634 | [ALT1838299](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1838299/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [160-162 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160--162-harvard-av/) | 0.19 mi N | Alteration or repair | existing barber shop change to Photo studio. | $61,700 | [ALT1861608](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1861608/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [1315 Commonwealth Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1315-commonwealth-av/) | 0.19 mi W | Plumbing | swapping out existing DHW boiler that is leaking | $8,000 | [PL1868102](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1868102/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [140-144 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/140--144-harvard-av/) | 0.22 mi N | Fire systems | Install additional smoke detectors and horn strobes connected to existing fire alarm panel and circuits | $15,000 | [EFA1867942](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1867942/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [154-158 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/154--158-harvard-av/) | 0.20 mi N | Fire systems | IN CONJUNCTION WITH PROJECT AT 156 HARVARD AVE ( ALT1651054) Modify existing fire alarm(s) to combine 2 systems into 1 within 156 Harvard Ave with remote ann-80 annuciators at entrance to both locations { replaces EFA17220446 to provide accurate new device count} | $100 | [EFA1867524](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1867524/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [15 Chester St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-chester-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | To legalize existing extended living space in basement. -2 bedrooms. No work to be done. Ref. permits;#ALT782071, #SF849803 | Not listed | [ALT1721812](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1721812/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [160-162 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160--162-harvard-av/) | 0.19 mi N | Electrical | changing out old meter bank that is water damage to a new single 125 amp meter bank with a new 30 space panel. adding 10 new outlet. 16 recess light. exit sign and ebu as needed | $12,000 | [E1862547](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862547/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [140-144 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/140--144-harvard-av/) | 0.22 mi N | 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 | [PL1863908](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1863908/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [94 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/94-brainerd-rd/) | 0.20 mi SW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of 16 new Fujitsu mini split systems to serve the apartments. | $300,000 | [SF1854832](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1854832/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [140-144 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/140--144-harvard-av/) | 0.22 mi N | Electrical | Install 25 receptacles,5 refrigerator, 1 dishwasher, 1 mixer,1 coffee machine,47 recessed lights and 1 double oven. | $11,000 | [E1852477](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1852477/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [94 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/94-brainerd-rd/) | 0.20 mi SW | Electrical | Install wiring for new heat pump mini splits | $20,000 | [E1850884](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850884/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [140-144 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/140--144-harvard-av/) | 0.22 mi N | Alteration or repair | New siding of the building | $8,200 | [SF1848856](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848856/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [12 Reedsdale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-reedsdale-st/) | 0.25 mi NE | Roofing | Asphalt Shingle Repair. | $8,670 | [SF1837318](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1837318/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [140-144 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/140--144-harvard-av/) | 0.22 mi N | Alteration or repair | Changing of occupancy from a gaming store (Library from previous LF) to a caffee shop (No structure will be change) scoop of work;Wall framing &; demo; electrical lighting, wiring; plumbing (sinks, DW, toilets);l HVAC (Type 2 hood, heating/cooling); painting; doors &; trims; vinyl flooring; bath &;  | $120,500 | [ALT1811429](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1811429/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [20 Radcliffe Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-radcliffe-rd/) | 0.24 mi NW | Plumbing | Kitchen sink replacement | $1,000 | [PL1846265](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1846265/) |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Brainerd Rd with permits, nearest house number first:

- [36 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-brainerd-rd/): newest permit Dec 16, 2025
- [59 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-brainerd-rd/): newest permit May 4, 2026
- [60-66 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60--66-brainerd-rd/): newest permit Oct 17, 2024
- [65 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-brainerd-rd/): newest permit Jun 15, 2026
- [75 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/75-brainerd-rd/): newest permit Oct 17, 2024
- [85 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-brainerd-rd/): newest permit Sep 22, 2026
- [94 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/94-brainerd-rd/): newest permit Jun 15, 2026
- [110 Brainerd Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/110-brainerd-rd/): newest permit Mar 6, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-07 20:24 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

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