# Building permits at 30 Lawrence Av, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $9M new building at 376-384a Blue Hill Av, permitted Aug 12.

Six permits on record here. The newest, Aug 21: Roof replacement – approximately 31 squares. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 59 more permits since May 1. Two are for new buildings, the nearest 850 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | Roofing | Roof replacement – approximately 31 squares. Remove existing roofing materials and install a new roofing system, including underlayment, shingles, flashing, and related components as needed. | $12,710 | [SF1890828](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890828/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1875237](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1875237/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | Solar | Rooftop solar 13 panels 5.33 kwdc two 15kw energy storage systems to be installed on exterior wall no structural | $23,115 | [SF1873042](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873042/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | Solar | Rooftop solar 13 panels 5.33 kwdc two 15kw energy storage systems to be installed on exterior wall | $77,385 | [E1873045](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1873045/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | Electrical | Inspect Meter Socket for Eversource to restore power to a meter in a 2 Gang Meter Socket. There is currently power in the meter socket for the other unit. Eversource removed a meter for a payment issue, and is requesting an inspection prior to restoring service. | $100 | [E1869295](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1869295/) |
| Dec 29, 2010 | Electrical | Relocate meter socket from inside of basement to outside of building. Install one three gang meter socket. Re-feed two panels. Add public panel and public meter. | $3,000 | [E56715](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E56715/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 42 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [180 Howard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/180-howard-av/) | 930 ft NE | Electrical | Unit # 7 Replacing devices and fixtures. Arc fault breakers up to code. | $3,000 | [E1904318](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904318/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [180 Howard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/180-howard-av/) | 930 ft NE | Electrical | Unit #1 Replacing all devices and fixtures, arc fault breakers to code. | $3,000 | [E1904317](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904317/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [18 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-intervale-st/) | 850 ft W | New building | Erect;Single family home with an attached garage as per plans by Civil Environmental Consultants;e[Plans] Filed; 9th Edition | Not listed | [ERT1690102](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1690102/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [180 Howard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/180-howard-av/) | 930 ft NE | Plumbing | Unit 1, Kitchen Sink only. | $2,500 | [PL1904616](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1904616/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [180 Howard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/180-howard-av/) | 930 ft NE | Plumbing | Install finish stove gas. | $900 | [G1904637](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1904637/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [73-75 Fayston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73--75-fayston-st/) | 590 ft E | Alteration or repair | Remove wood deck and replace with composite decking, install PVC railings,and cover all the post with PVC | $15,500 | [SF1899400](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899400/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [66 Fayston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-fayston-st/) | 530 ft E | Alteration or repair | Demo and replace front stair treads and decking and hand rail. | $2,500 | [SF1900369](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900369/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [35 Holborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-holborn-st/) | 870 ft NW | Roofing | Remove old roofing and install new | $31,950 | [SF1897270](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897270/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [108-112 Wayland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108--112-wayland-st/) | 580 ft NE | Alteration or repair | install 15 sq siding | $9,900 | [SF1894850](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894850/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [376-384a Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/376--384a-blue-hill-av/) | 860 ft SW | Electrical | 200A Underground Temporary Service | $2,000 | [ETS1896429](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1896429/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [61-63 Fayston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61--63-fayston-st/) | 460 ft E | Alteration or repair | Pending;ALT1887758 Occupancy Committee.Mass save insulation and air sealing. No structural changes. no dumpster needed. | $8,647 | [SF1879300](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879300/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [376-384a Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/376--384a-blue-hill-av/) | 860 ft SW | New building | Combine Parcels: 1400504000, 1400504000, 1400505000, 1400506000, &; 1400507000 to erect a 4-story mixed-use building with two retail &; one community center on ground floor (core/shell) and (18) residential units at upper levels. Proposing 18 family-style units of affordable homeownership condominiu | $8,999,858 | [ERT1529815](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1529815/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [36 Gaston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-gaston-st/) | 690 ft W | Alteration or repair | No construction activities proposed. Application for Conditional Use Permit for Community Center for organization providing re-entry and supportive services to formerly incarcerated individuals. Application requires zoning relief from the Zoning Board of Appeals.Change the occupancy of the property  | Not listed | [ALT1703261](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1703261/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [9 Fayston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-fayston-st/) | 250 ft NW | Plumbing | Final inspection needed after previous plumber stopped responding calls. | $1,000 | [PL1878089](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1878089/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [94 Brunswick St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/94-brunswick-st/) | 850 ft SW | Electrical | Installing public meter | $1,000 | [E1877722](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1877722/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [8-8a Creston Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8--8a-creston-pk/) | 280 ft SW | Solar | Rooftop solar 10 panels 4.1 kwdc 15kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall no structural | $16,284 | [SF1851006](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851006/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [8-8a Creston Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8--8a-creston-pk/) | 280 ft SW | Alteration or repair | ;No record of occupancy confirm 3 familyELIZABETH CHARLES; | Not listed | [ALT1864354](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1864354/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [2-2a Creston Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2--2a-creston-pk/) | 370 ft SW | Solar | Install roof mounted solar PV system of 11 Modules @4.51 kW DC | $20,377 | [SF1848739](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848739/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [278-292 Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/278--292-blue-hill-av/) | 660 ft N | Electrical | We plan re use existing cables /splice them in a juntion box and run 6 receptacles /5 light fixtures /2 switches on 1st floor | $2,500 | [E1863736](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863736/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [278-292 Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/278--292-blue-hill-av/) | 660 ft N | Plumbing | Install a sink | $3,000 | [PL1864253](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1864253/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [48 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-intervale-st/) | 640 ft SW | Fire systems | Install a new UL Central station fire alarm system | $5,000 | [EFA1862269](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1862269/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [38 Holborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-holborn-st/) | 790 ft NW | Alteration or repair | we are insulating the walls with cellulose insulation and air sealing and fiberglass for rim joist | $13,118 | [SF1859842](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859842/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [180 Howard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/180-howard-av/) | 930 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Demolition of wet walls and smoke damage on ceilings, walls and flooring, due to a fire and water damage. Electrical, plumbing, insulation, drywall, finish carpentry, painting and flooring. | $312,834 | [SF1851515](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851515/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [2-2a Creston Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2--2a-creston-pk/) | 370 ft SW | Solar | Install roof mounted solar PV system of 10 Modules @4.1 kW DC | $8,200 | [SF1822924](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1822924/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [94 Wayland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/94-wayland-st/) | 650 ft NE | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install for 98 Wayland St | $1,200 | [ELV1857442](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1857442/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [2-2a Creston Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2--2a-creston-pk/) | 370 ft SW | Solar | Install roof mounted solar PV system of 10 Modules @4.10 kW DC | $20,377 | [E1856306](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856306/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [8-8a Creston Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8--8a-creston-pk/) | 280 ft SW | Solar | Rooftop solar 10 panels 4.1 kwdc 15kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall | $54,516 | [E1851009](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1851009/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [36-38 Elm Hill Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36--38-elm-hill-pk/) | 940 ft W | Electrical | Basement and bathroom | $5,000 | [E1840917](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1840917/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [278-292 Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/278--292-blue-hill-av/) | 660 ft N | Alteration or repair | Change of occupancy from 40 elderly apts &; 4 retail spaces to 40 elderly apts, 3 retail spaces and 1 child care center.[ePlans] | $25,000 | [ALT1791990](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1791990/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [8-8a Creston Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8--8a-creston-pk/) | 280 ft SW | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install for 8 Creston Pk Apt 3 | $1,200 | [ELV1856611](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1856611/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [379-381 Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/379--381-blue-hill-av/) | 910 ft SW | Plumbing | Replace 1 hand sink, 1 prep sink, 1 mop sink | $10,000 | [PL1853240](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1853240/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [48 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-intervale-st/) | 640 ft SW | Electrical | Low Voltage TV and Internet Unit # 4 | $2,000 | [ELV1853195](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1853195/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [48 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-intervale-st/) | 640 ft SW | Electrical | Low Voltage TV and Internet Unit # 3 | $2,000 | [ELV1853193](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1853193/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [48 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-intervale-st/) | 640 ft SW | Electrical | Low Voltage TV and Internet Unit # 2 | $2,000 | [ELV1853192](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1853192/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [48 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-intervale-st/) | 640 ft SW | Electrical | Low Voltage TV and Internet Unit # 1 | $2,000 | [ELV1853190](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1853190/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [48 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-intervale-st/) | 640 ft SW | Electrical | Add one meter 60Amp underground for common area | $5,000 | [E1853085](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853085/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [48 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-intervale-st/) | 640 ft SW | Electrical | New wiring Unit #4 with 125Amp underground service | $20,000 | [E1853084](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853084/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [48 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-intervale-st/) | 640 ft SW | Electrical | New wiring Unit #3 with 125Amp underground service | $20,000 | [E1853083](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853083/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [48 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-intervale-st/) | 640 ft SW | Electrical | New wiring Unit#2 with 125Amp underground service | $20,000 | [E1853081](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853081/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [48 Intervale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-intervale-st/) | 640 ft SW | Electrical | New wiring Unit #1 with 125Amp underground service | $20,000 | [E1853080](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853080/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [43 Holborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-holborn-st/) | 700 ft NW | Plumbing | Replacement of a gas furnace in unit 2 | $5,500 | [G1847300](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1847300/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [20 Normandy St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-normandy-st/) | 570 ft S | Alteration or repair | exterior emergency board-up due to building fire | $10,900 | [SF1806757](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1806757/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 17 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [1 Maybury St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-maybury-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Install 24 replacement windows - no structural work | $28,556 | [SF1904072](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904072/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [196-198 Quincy St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/196--198-quincy-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Plumbing | Running 1 1/2" gas line from Gas Main to Boiler in Basement Making all gas tight connections 1.6 million BTU | $6,113 | [G1864574](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1864574/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [39-41 Woodcliff St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39--41-woodcliff-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | I will be wiring a brand new three family building. | $45,000 | [E1901900](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901900/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [43 Woodcliff St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-woodcliff-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Plumbing | new plumbing | $12,000 | [PL1900914](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1900914/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [39-41 Woodcliff St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39--41-woodcliff-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | Installed 100 amp temporary service | $1,500 | [E1888877](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1888877/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [17 Devon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-devon-st/) | 0.25 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace (1) exterior door(s), size for size and like for like. No framing or weatherboarding. | $11,031 | [SF1883534](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1883534/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [397 Blue Hill Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/397-blue-hill-av/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Replace damaged precast front entrance stairs units replace front stairs concrete steps and landing. Restore iron railings | $295,000 | [SF1882654](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882654/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [226 Magnolia St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/226-magnolia-st/) | 0.25 mi SE | Fire systems | Electrical fire alarm installation work will be performed in a multi-family residential building. | $30,000 | [EFA1881133](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1881133/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [39-41 Woodcliff St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39--41-woodcliff-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | Just putting up a temporary service | $2,000 | [ETS1877385](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1877385/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [79 Devon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/79-devon-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1867523](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1867523/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [226 Magnolia St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/226-magnolia-st/) | 0.25 mi SE | Electrical | Electrical low voltage work will be performed on a 5-unit townhouse building. | $12,000 | [ELV1840326](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1840326/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [20-22 Elm Hill Pk](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20--22-elm-hill-pk/) | 0.21 mi W | Electrical | Service change with public bypass | $3,000 | [E1862015](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862015/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [17 Devon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-devon-st/) | 0.25 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Remove, purchase, and install new decking, flooring, and floors 1 & 2. Reinstall existing railings and new stairs. Purchase and install a new exterior door. Replace existing gutters and fascia on front porch. | $20,500 | [SF1863771](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863771/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [12 Devon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-devon-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | Repair and relocate existing 200a conduit from meter socket to relocated point of attachment...Repair/replace exterior front entrance light fixture | $4,700 | [E1848341](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1848341/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [88 Devon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/88-devon-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | Attic insulation and air sealing to R-60. Unit #3 only. | $3,000 | [SF1853013](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853013/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [23 Holborn St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-holborn-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Scope of work includes removal and replacement of existing siding with new vinyl siding, installation of weather barrier, aluminum trim at windows and doors, selective repair of damaged soffit and fascia, installation of new gutters, and site cleanup. No structural changes. | $22,000 | [SF1843934](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843934/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [8 Gannett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-gannett-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Electrical Renovations, Service Upgrades | $15,000 | [E1846088](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1846088/) |

## 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 |  | 29 to 31 Fayston St | 140 ft NE | Zoning appeal; the description is on the city's appeal tracker. | [BOA1891781](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-08-24 |
| Requested |  | 415 to 419 Blue Hill Av | 0.24 mi SW | Zoning appeal: "Clarification on scope of work: "Change occupancy of new tenant space to a small…" | [BOA1859530](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-06-09 |
| Requested |  | 14 Coleus Pk | 0.23 mi SE | Zoning appeal: "Proposed new construction of two four multi-family house on vacant lot as per plan e Filed" | [BOA1802289](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2025-11-26 |
| No decision posted | Oct 8, 2024 | 226 Magnolia St | 0.25 mi SE | Zoning appeal: "Proposing a new 4-story multifamily building with garage…" | [BOA1526691](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Concluded" | 2023-09-19 |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Lawrence Av with permits, nearest house number first:

- [29 Lawrence Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-lawrence-av/): newest permit Apr 29, 2026
- [25 Lawrence Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-lawrence-av/): newest permit Mar 23, 2026
- [37 Lawrence Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-lawrence-av/): newest permit Jun 10, 2025
- [23 Lawrence Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-lawrence-av/): newest permit Dec 3, 2024
- [39 Lawrence Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-lawrence-av/): newest permit Oct 23, 2025
- [72 Lawrence Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/72-lawrence-av/): newest permit Feb 11, 2026
- [77 Lawrence Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/77-lawrence-av/): newest permit Apr 17, 2025
- [102 Lawrence Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/102-lawrence-av/): newest permit Jul 18, 2025
- [105-107 Lawrence Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/105--107-lawrence-av/): newest permit Oct 14, 2024
- [109-111 Lawrence Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/109--111-lawrence-av/): newest permit Nov 18, 2024

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-08 19:05 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 6 permits at this address and 59 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-lawrence-av/