# Building permits at 29 Catherine St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $502,780 addition at 23 Byrd Av, permitted Jun 9.

Six permits on record here. The newest, Aug 18, 2025: This is for a final inspection for a 2 family. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 62 more permits (60 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 18, 2025 | Electrical | This is for a final inspection for a 2 family. Contractor took all the money and left the job. All new service and units. | $1,500 | [E1762234](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1762234/) |
| Jul 24, 2025 | Plumbing | Hook up 2 gas stoves with anti-tip brackets | $800 | [G1753694](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1753694/) |
| Jul 23, 2025 | Plumbing | set finish pluming for final plumbing inspections | $2,200 | [PL1753704](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1753704/) |
| Jan 22, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Move apt 1 entry egress from previous common entry hallway to a front porch entry location separate from 2nd floor front egress and seal off previous 1st floor entry to the old common area. Develop and submit plans of the new layouts of existing living space areas. Remove and replace existing 2nd to | $18,000 | [ALT1680278](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1680278/) |
| Oct 16, 2024 | Plumbing | Ruff and finish 4 bathroom and two kitchen | $10,000 | [PL1662211](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1662211/) |
| Dec 20, 2022 | Roofing | Strip roof. Install ice and water shield and synthetic underlayment. Install 26 squares of architect type roofing shingles. Replace 4 skylights with 4 Velux skylights. | $13,575 | [SF1420088](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1420088/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 4 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 2026 | [4 Wallace Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-wallace-pk/) | 220 ft NE | Roofing | Strip roof shingles, and re-roof per GAF code (17 SQ), using 6' of ice and water shield. | $24,347 | [SF1870121](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870121/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [1 Meyer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-meyer-st/) | 220 ft NW | Roofing | Remove existing asphalt shingles and install new asphalt shingles, underlayment, flashing and proper ventilation: Owens corning system.Quantity-(31 sq) | $22,672 | [SF1855843](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1855843/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [34 Catherine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-catherine-st/) | 130 ft S | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater only at 34 Catherine St #6 | $2,132 | [PL1846248](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1846248/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [34 Catherine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-catherine-st/) | 130 ft S | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater at 34 Catherine St #6 | $2,132 | [G1846246](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1846246/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 43 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [17 Wyvern St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-wyvern-st/) | 770 ft W | Plumbing | Replace water heater in basement | $1,800 | [PL1863041](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1863041/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [17 Wyvern St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-wyvern-st/) | 770 ft W | Plumbing | Reconnect gas to the water heater | $1,800 | [G1863044](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1863044/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [37 Florian St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-florian-st/) | 830 ft SW | Electrical | 200A service upgrade. Ductless mini split / heat pump wiring | $6,000 | [E1906582](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1906582/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [348-350 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/348--350-hyde-park-av/) | 930 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installing 5 zone ductless mini split system | $26,507 | [SF1897829](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897829/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [51-53 Catherine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/51--53-catherine-st/) | 280 ft W | Solar | Install 8.6kW DC (20 panels) rooftop solar array | $27,658 | [SF1896479](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896479/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [51-53 Catherine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/51--53-catherine-st/) | 280 ft W | Solar | Install 8.6kW DC (20 panels) rooftop solar array | $18,439 | [E1896483](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896483/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [348-350 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/348--350-hyde-park-av/) | 930 ft W | Electrical | Wiring condenser for ductless mini split system | $1,500 | [E1897828](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1897828/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [3-5 Organ Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3--5-organ-park-st/) | 410 ft E | Electrical | Basement renovation in the address above make a full bathroom and family room room install outlets switches lights and bathroom exaustor fan and install a sub panel | $6,500 | [E1897184](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1897184/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [3-5 Organ Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3--5-organ-park-st/) | 410 ft E | Plumbing | Plumbing 1 New Bathroom on Basement | $3,000 | [PL1897975](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1897975/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [12 Neponset Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-neponset-ct/) | 670 ft S | Electrical | 1x30A 240v circuit to serve 4 wire outlet in laundry room located above panel. 25' approx 10-3 rommex. Furnish and install 30A GFCI 2 pole circuit breaker at panel. (GE panel) | $1,500 | [E1896637](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896637/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [12-12a Wyvern St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12--12a-wyvern-st/) | 730 ft W | Alteration or repair | install 6 harvey replacement windows energy star, inserts only with no structural work | $7,020 | [SF1891551](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891551/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [34 Wayburn Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-wayburn-rd/) | 700 ft NE | Roofing | Remove existing roof and install new roof | $9,830 | [SF1890298](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890298/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [49 Halliday St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-halliday-st/) | 600 ft SE | Electrical | Replace meter socket for Eversource AMI project | $2,000 | [E1890676](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1890676/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [3-5 Organ Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3--5-organ-park-st/) | 410 ft E | Alteration or repair | Make a new full bathroom and family room in basement. | $96,915 | [ALT1883512](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1883512/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [50 Southbourne Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-southbourne-rd/) | 680 ft NW | Alteration or repair | complete rewire of dwelling to include new service | $28,000 | [E1883877](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1883877/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [108 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108-neponset-av/) | 830 ft S | Electrical | Upgrade service from 100amp to 200amp. | $3,500 | [E1882895](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882895/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [52 Southbourne Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-southbourne-rd/) | 630 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Kitchen and bath renovation with plumbing and electrical upgrades. Neglect to old pipes and resulting water damage necessitates renovation. Foot print to remain as is. Some cabinetry and a few new closet doors. Skim coat and paint. | $100,000 | [SF1876039](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1876039/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [108 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108-neponset-av/) | 830 ft S | Alteration or repair | Asbesots Contractor to remove all siding with Licensed Supervisor and workers. Remove all gutters, fascia boards, window and door trims. Install new everlast compsite siding. Install new composite facia board, window trims door trims and Aluminum gutters. Replace front door. | $57,395 | [SF1880587](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880587/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [67 Meyer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-meyer-st/) | 390 ft SE | Alteration or repair | install 15 harvey replacement windows and 2 harvey awnings. Energy star, inserts only with no structural work | $16,365 | [SF1875715](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875715/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [64 Waterman Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64-waterman-rd/) | 710 ft SE | Plumbing | tankless water heater | $1,200 | [PL1879828](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1879828/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [64 Waterman Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64-waterman-rd/) | 710 ft SE | Plumbing | tankless water heater | $3,500 | [G1879827](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1879827/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [348-350 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/348--350-hyde-park-av/) | 930 ft W | Alteration or repair | Insulation for 348-350 Hyde Park Ave #3 | $4,261 | [SF1874690](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874690/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [348-350 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/348--350-hyde-park-av/) | 930 ft W | Alteration or repair | Insulation for 348-350 Hyde Park Ave #2 | $3,940 | [SF1874686](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874686/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [348-350 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/348--350-hyde-park-av/) | 930 ft W | Alteration or repair | Weatherization, Insulation, Air Sealing for 348-350 Hyde Park Ave #1 | $4,412 | [SF1874680](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874680/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [98-100 Bourne St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/98--100-bourne-st/) | 340 ft NE | Roofing | Remove existing Asphalt shingles and install new asphalt shingle. | $12,749 | [SF1868250](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868250/) |
| Jul 18, 2026 | [50 Southbourne Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-southbourne-rd/) | 680 ft NW | Plumbing | replace fixtures after gut. ad new shower, laundry and half bath. replace water piping | $6,000 | [PL1868598](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1868598/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [17 Wyvern St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-wyvern-st/) | 770 ft W | Plumbing | water piping for boiler replacement | $850 | [PL1870191](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1870191/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [17 Wyvern St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-wyvern-st/) | 770 ft W | Plumbing | gas boiler replacement | $3,200 | [G1870182](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1870182/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [8 Wyvern St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-wyvern-st/) | 800 ft W | Plumbing | Retest | $500 | [G1868721](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1868721/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [54 Southbourne Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54-southbourne-rd/) | 630 ft NW | Electrical | panel replacement, whole home surge protector, duplex receptacles | $4,531 | [E1862374](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862374/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [4-6 Catherine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4--6-catherine-st/) | 380 ft E | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 1 patio door; like for like size; no structural changes | $7,977 | [SF1860463](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860463/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [54 Catherine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54-catherine-st/) | 330 ft SW | Plumbing | water piping for boiler replacement | $950 | [PL1860568](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1860568/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [54 Catherine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54-catherine-st/) | 330 ft SW | Plumbing | gas boiler replacement | $3,500 | [G1860567](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1860567/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [124 Bourne St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/124-bourne-st/) | 470 ft E | Electrical | Replacing an exhaust fan in the bathroom | $700 | [E1859962](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1859962/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [124 Bourne St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/124-bourne-st/) | 470 ft E | Alteration or repair | insulating attic and exterior walls with blown in insulation | $16,180 | [SF1853301](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853301/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [45 Bournedale Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-bournedale-rd/) | 900 ft N | Alteration or repair | Insulate the attic | $5,912 | [SF1855488](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1855488/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [55 Waterman Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-waterman-rd/) | 790 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Remove existing bathtub & wall tiles to be replaced with new walk in shower & wall surround. All new fixtures like for like within same footprint as existing. No structural changes. Plumber will pull their own permit. All debris leaves job site with crew. | $12,578 | [SF1855246](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1855246/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [55 Waterman Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-waterman-rd/) | 790 ft SE | Plumbing | Replace tub to shower | $1,500 | [PL1855524](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1855524/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [30 Goodway Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-goodway-rd/) | 380 ft N | Alteration or repair | Install 2 replacement windows and 2 replacement entry doors - no structural work | $11,551 | [SF1848687](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848687/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [50 Catherine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-catherine-st/) | 270 ft SW | Electrical | mini split wiring | $1,350 | [E1822702](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1822702/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [14 Wyvern St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-wyvern-st/) | 710 ft W | Alteration or repair | Removing and replacing 4 windows, replacing like with like, no structural changes. | $4,236 | [SF1846629](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846629/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [11-11a Goodway Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11--11a-goodway-rd/) | 330 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of one condenser and three mini split heads. | $13,291 | [SF1847475](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847475/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [11-11a Goodway Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11--11a-goodway-rd/) | 330 ft NW | Electrical | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of one condenser and three mini split heads. Wire load shed device on electric range | $4,430 | [E1847479](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847479/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 15 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [18 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-neponset-av/) | 0.23 mi SW | Plumbing | Pipe new laundry. Drain, vent, water supplies. Repipe existing tub drainage. Plumbing only. | $20,000 | [PL1905802](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1905802/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [29 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-neponset-av/) | 0.21 mi SW | Plumbing | Remodeling. Final only. Basement: 1 kitchen sink, 1 ice maker, 1 toilet, 1 lavatory, and 1 shower stall. | $5,000 | [PL1906231](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1906231/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [6 Carlford Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-carlford-rd/) | 0.24 mi NW | Alteration or repair | repair/rebuild front porch system, replace rubber roof system | $75,393 | [SF1902820](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902820/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [35 Eldridge Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-eldridge-rd/) | 0.23 mi N | Alteration or repair | Remove 3 existing windows and replace with 3 new windows. No structural work. Work to take place in unit 207 | $5,953 | [SF1902935](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902935/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [5 Eastland Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-eastland-rd/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | we are insulating the attic with 6" of cellulose and air sealing and insulating the walls with cellulose | $9,237 | [SF1902064](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902064/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [8-10 Carlford Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8--10-carlford-rd/) | 0.25 mi NW | Electrical | Replacing two exhaust fans in the bathrooms. | $1,200 | [E1900824](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900824/) |
| Sep 13, 2026 | [8-10 Carlford Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8--10-carlford-rd/) | 0.25 mi NW | Alteration or repair | insulating ext walls and attic with blown in insulation | $9,245 | [SF1899395](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899395/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [39 Bourne St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-bourne-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Alteration or repair | Tear off existing siding and dispose of debris. Install 27.13 SQ of Craneboard Vinyl Siding. No structural changes will occur. | $31,965 | [SF1887285](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1887285/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [6 Larch Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-larch-pl/) | 0.25 mi W | Plumbing | replace gas furnace | $500 | [G1890375](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1890375/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [311 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/311-hyde-park-av/) | 0.23 mi NW | Fire systems | Installation of a new Fire Alarm Control Panel | $8,000 | [EFA1877109](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1877109/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [20 Byrd Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-byrd-av/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Tub to shower conversion in 1st floor bathroom, install flooring. | $20,970 | [SF1864213](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864213/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [20 Byrd Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-byrd-av/) | 0.22 mi S | Plumbing | Tub to shower conversion in 1st floor bathroom, remove/replace toilet & lav | $2,500 | [PL1864214](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1864214/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [327 Hyde Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/327-hyde-park-av/) | 0.22 mi NW | Roofing | Rubber Roof Replacement - full roof | $21,999 | [SF1859539](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859539/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [29 Neponset Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-neponset-av/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Extend living space into basement. Basement open living, office and bathroom added an egress window in office space.SF1790469 issued with a cost of $120,000.00. | $3,849 | [ALT1844682](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1844682/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [23 Byrd Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-byrd-av/) | 0.23 mi S | Addition | Addition to rear of house | $502,780 | [ALT1848241](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1848241/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

There are no zoning requests on file within ¼ mi. Boston's feed was last read Oct 10.

## More on this street

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

- [34 Catherine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-catherine-st/): newest permit May 6, 2026
- [47-49 Catherine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/47--49-catherine-st/): newest permit Sep 5, 2025
- [50 Catherine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-catherine-st/): newest permit May 15, 2026
- [51-53 Catherine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/51--53-catherine-st/): newest permit Sep 14, 2026
- [54 Catherine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54-catherine-st/): newest permit Jun 17, 2026
- [4-6 Catherine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4--6-catherine-st/): newest permit Jun 18, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-10 22:54 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 10, 21:47 UTC.

Map, all 6 permits at this address and 62 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-catherine-st/