# Building permits at 3 Elm St, Boston, MA 12 permits issued within a quarter mile in the last 30 days, at least twice the monthly pace before that. Three permits on record here. The newest, Apr 16: This project consists of relocating eight (8) recess lighting fixtures. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 31 more permits (30 projects) since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Apr 16, 2026 | Electrical | This project consists of relocating eight (8) recess lighting fixtures. Pull a dedicated circuit for four (4) new receptacles will be installed on a newly constructed wall. Pulling a new 20A, 208V dedicated circuit for a new split unit. | $4,500 | [E1840159](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1840159/) | | Nov 1, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Air Sealing Insulate crawlspace with Thermal Barrier Polyiso and Fiberglass | $25,588 | [SF1540433](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1540433/) | | Dec 31, 2020 | Electrical | Run low voltage alarm system. Wires only | $2,500 | [E1151262](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1151262/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 31 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 28 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 2, 2026 | [17 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-park-st/) | 850 ft N | Plumbing | 1 Bath remodeling at the 3 Floor apt 4 | $3,500 | [PL1906321](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1906321/) | | Sep 28, 2026 | [17 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-park-st/) | 850 ft N | Electrical | Bathroom remodeling with 4 outlets in the bathroom, install 3 wall sconces on single pole switch, install 5 recess lights and install new exhaust bathroom fan. | $2,500 | [E1904548](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904548/) | | Sep 25, 2026 | [12 Everdean St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-everdean-st/) | 930 ft NE | Plumbing | replace gas furnace on 2nd floor | $34,000 | [G1902891](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1902891/) | | Sep 21, 2026 | [23-25 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23--25-elm-st/) | 310 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Unit 3 - Mass Save Weatherization - Air-sealing, blown-in insulation. | $5,357 | [SF1881058](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881058/) | | Sep 18, 2026 | [7 Mill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-mill-st/) | 760 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-886722) | $3,000 | [SF1897194](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897194/) | | Sep 17, 2026 | [23-25 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23--25-elm-st/) | 310 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy of existing 3 family dwelling.; | Not listed | [ALT1889518](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1889518/) | | Sep 15, 2026 | [17 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-park-st/) | 850 ft N | Alteration or repair | Bathroom Remodel | $50,000 | [SF1897027](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897027/) | | Aug 17, 2026 | [17 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-park-st/) | 850 ft N | Alteration or repair | Bathroom Remodel | $50,000 | [SF1882519](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882519/) | | Sep 14, 2026 | [110 Gibson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/110-gibson-st/) | 710 ft SW | Electrical | the utility company has requested a meter socket inspection, meter # 2832962 | $250 | [E1899318](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1899318/) | | Sep 11, 2026 | [40-42 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40--42-park-st/) | 470 ft NW | Fire systems | Replace existing fire alarm panel with new digital fire alarm panel. Add new cellular dialer. Replace and test during an 8 hour shift building is owned by bha. | $6,000 | [EFA1900562](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1900562/) | | Sep 10, 2026 | [76-78 Parkman St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/76--78-parkman-st/) | 990 ft SW | Plumbing | Gas re-test | $4,000 | [G1899677](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1899677/) | | Sep 4, 2026 | [84-86 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84--86-park-st/) | 910 ft W | Plumbing | Bath Water heaters Kitchens Laundry's | $44,900 | [PL1897644](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1897644/) | | Sep 4, 2026 | [84-86 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84--86-park-st/) | 910 ft W | Plumbing | Water heaters Ranges | $12,600 | [G1897646](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1897646/) | | Aug 26, 2026 | [17 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-park-st/) | 850 ft N | Plumbing | Apt 3 1 full bath at the 2 Floor | $3,500 | [PL1894002](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1894002/) | | Aug 24, 2026 | [44 Mill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-mill-st/) | 830 ft SE | Plumbing | dishwasher replacement | $250 | [PL1891647](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1891647/) | | Aug 19, 2026 | [17 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-park-st/) | 850 ft N | Electrical | New electrical wiring per code adding 3 outlets 4 recess lights bathroom fan and 3 sconces lights | $3,500 | [E1889809](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1889809/) | | Aug 14, 2026 | [38 Mill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-mill-st/) | 580 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Insulation and weatherization | $5,009 | [SF1886130](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886130/) | | Aug 11, 2026 | [305 Freeport St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/305-freeport-st/) | 940 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Remove 2 overhead doors & main entrance awning. Interior demolition of approx 15' of partition wall. Install new: window & door systems, metal exterior stairs, awning & construct a 34'L x 4'H CMU wall. Frame approx 25' of new partition walls, new carpet, paint & ACT. Misc electrical. | $314,445 | [SF1880837](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880837/) | | Aug 6, 2026 | [23-25 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23--25-elm-st/) | 310 ft NE | Electrical | Install new electrical connection, disconnect, and circuit for a 1.5-ton ductless mini-split system located in the left side yard. | $1,000 | [E1883056](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1883056/) | | Aug 3, 2026 | [305 Freeport St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/305-freeport-st/) | 940 ft NE | Alteration or repair | 26-080 OME will be removing some older fixtures on the exterior of the loading dock area along with fixing damage receptacles as needed. | $4,500 | [E1881029](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881029/) | | Jul 23, 2026 | [38 Mill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-mill-st/) | 580 ft SE | Electrical | installation of new 200 AMP Service with new 200 AMP electrical panel with all new breakers | $3,000 | [E1875937](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875937/) | | Jul 9, 2026 | [40 Mill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-mill-st/) | 660 ft SE | Roofing | Residential Roof Replacement Shingles Replacement (Primary and Hip) Underlayment Changeout Ice and Water Barrier Installation Flashing Drip edges No structural change | $59,892 | [SF1863109](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863109/) | | Jul 8, 2026 | [2 Everett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-everett-st/) | 830 ft N | Roofing | - Siding replacement - Window replacement - Roof replacement - Deck railing replacement - Dormer trim replacement - Walkway & Block Wall Replacement - Painting | $139,400 | [SF1868194](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868194/) | | Jun 23, 2026 | [44 Mill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-mill-st/) | 830 ft SE | Plumbing | Remove the bathtub, install a shower, and replace the valve. | $2,500 | [PL1862527](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1862527/) | | Jun 18, 2026 | [31r Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31r-park-st/) | 660 ft NW | Plumbing | Garage to apartment | $3,000 | [PL1846321](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1846321/) | | Jun 5, 2026 | [44 Mill St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-mill-st/) | 830 ft SE | Alteration or repair | We are going to protect the home and do demolition of bathtube shower space only. Plumber will set up drain and shower valve and we are going to install the tile. Basic install a walk-in-shower curb less. | $13,900 | [SF1856668](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856668/) | | Jun 1, 2026 | [1 Ashland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-ashland-st/) | 430 ft NW | Roofing | Strip and install a new roof. | $11,820 | [SF1850775](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850775/) | | May 7, 2026 | [50 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-park-st/) | 570 ft SW | Electrical | repair / replace exterior solar disconnect | $9,500 | [E1846102](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1846102/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 3 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 16, 2026 | [272-274 Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/272--274-adams-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Electrical | install lighting and outlets for pool hall install new electrical panel | $20,000 | [E1899933](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1899933/) | | Sep 11, 2026 | [51 Leonard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/51-leonard-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Roofing | Job address: 53 Leonard St, Dorchester Strip and re-roof 60 mil PVC membrane | $10,905 | [SF1896607](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896607/) | | Jul 28, 2026 | [272-274 Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/272--274-adams-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Alteration or repair | change occupancy from sign shop to pool hall and frame office and two bathroom for pool hall.. | $85,000 | [ALT1867804](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1867804/) | ## 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 | | 291 Adams St | 0.23 mi W | To add a small space for live entertainment | [BOA1800743](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2025-11-24 | | Approved | Jul 23, 2026 | 655 William T Morrissey Bl | 0.19 mi E | Zoning appeal: "Use of premises to add sales…" | [BOA1715115](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2025-04-28 | ## More on this street Other addresses on Elm St with permits, nearest house number first: - [1 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-elm-st/): newest permit Apr 8, 2025 - [7 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-elm-st/): newest permit Dec 4, 2025 - [13 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/13-elm-st/): newest permit Aug 4, 2025 - [15 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-elm-st/): newest permit Sep 22, 2026 - [17 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-elm-st/): newest permit Oct 10, 2024 - [19 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-elm-st/): newest permit Jul 10, 2025 - [21 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-elm-st/): newest permit Nov 5, 2024 - [23-25 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23--25-elm-st/): newest permit Sep 21, 2026 - [25 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-elm-st/): newest permit May 6, 2026 - [25-27 Elm St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25--27-elm-st/): newest permit Jul 21, 2026 --- Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-08 18:19 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 8, 17:47 UTC. Map, all 3 permits at this address and 31 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3-elm-st/