# Building permits at 32-46 Brooks St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: an $867,075 project at 27 Bothwell Rd, permitted Jul 17.

10 permits on record here. The newest, Jun 9: Tube frame sign mounted flush against brick wall using mortar anchors and bolts. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 55 more permits (53 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.20 mi away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 9, 2026 | Sign | Tube frame sign mounted flush against brick wall using mortar anchors and bolts. Sign will be non illuminated with flat printed text on the face. | $1,374 | [ALT1821470](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1821470/) |
| Feb 28, 2022 | Electrical | Lighting retrofit---replace nine 2x4 fixtures, replace 2 exit signs, relamp reballast four 4' fixtures, retrofit 1 recessed can, replace one 1x4 fixture | $591 | [E1298946](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1298946/) |
| Jan 6, 2022 | Plumbing | Reinspection of a gas meter | $500 | [G1283891](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1283891/) |
| May 20, 2021 | Electrical | LED Lighting Replace/Retrofit at 38 Brooks St Brighton MA 02135 | $600 | [E1195332](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1195332/) |
| Feb 21, 2019 | Alteration or repair | Remove proviso from BZC-29362 and change to current owner. | Not listed | [ALT766828](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT766828/) |
| Feb 15, 2018 | Electrical | Security System Reconnect/Upgrade h/wired panel, h/wired siren, h/wired keypad, | $129 | [ELV801744](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV801744/) |
| Feb 2, 2018 | Plumbing | Provide pipe test so gas meter will be unlocked | $450 | [G798707](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G798707/) |
| Dec 16, 2016 | Plumbing | install point of use electric water heater | $500 | [PL666485](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL666485/) |
| Dec 12, 2016 | Plumbing | gas meter is locked out. retest only | $500 | [G664798](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G664798/) |
| Nov 8, 2011 | Electrical | inspection to reconnect power | $100 | [E104603](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E104603/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 3 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 2026 | [9-11 Oliva Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9--11-oliva-rd/) | 85 ft SE | Electrical | In this project I will add a new meter for public area. All service will be replace. | $18,000 | [E1878225](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1878225/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [39-47 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39--47-brooks-st/) | 110 ft W | Electrical | Wiring for new 2 head mini split condenser | $2,500 | [E1879278](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879278/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [39-47 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39--47-brooks-st/) | 110 ft W | Electrical | Add new 200A 240V three-phase overhead service entrance wiring & equipment | $9,000 | [E1857858](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857858/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 22 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [71 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-brooks-st/) | 440 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Minor interior repairs and cosmetic improvements, including painting of walls, ceilings, trim, and doors; painting/refinishing of existing flooring; minor patching, caulking, and repairs to drywall, trim, and baseboards. No structural, plumbing, electrical, or HVAC work. | $15,000 | [SF1904310](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904310/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [35 Newton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-newton-st/) | 590 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 16 windows. Like sizes and no structural changes. | $17,531 | [SF1902913](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902913/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [89 Hobart St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/89-hobart-st/) | 290 ft SE | Alteration or repair | remove and replace siding on entire home | $60,370 | [SF1900282](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900282/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [64-66 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64--66-donnybrook-rd/) | 660 ft S | Fire systems | Install hardwired smoke detectors and CO detectors on 2nd & 3rd floors, also 2 wireless units | $1,200 | [EFA1900379](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1900379/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [64-66 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64--66-donnybrook-rd/) | 660 ft S | Electrical | Remodel master bedroom on 3rd floor, dormer with home office and closet, add sub panel, add outlets, lights and switches on 3rd floor | $8,400 | [E1900378](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900378/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [40-42 Hobart St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40--42-hobart-st/) | 930 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 1 window; like for like size; no structural changes | $4,041 | [SF1880154](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880154/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [36 Newton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-newton-st/) | 620 ft W | Alteration or repair | Replacing stair treads, risers, rails, decking on a small front porch. No structural work. | $3,000 | [SF1881710](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881710/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [49-51 Falkland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49--51-falkland-st/) | 950 ft E | Roofing | Asphalt shingles replacement on the entire garage. White PVC Fascia board replacement on left and right sides as well as front 2 rake boards of garage. Gutter and downspouts replacement of 20 foot section on rear of house (attached to shingled roof section). Slate Roof maintenance. | $10,647 | [SF1878513](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1878513/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [116 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/116-brooks-st/) | 950 ft S | Roofing | Remove and replace 18 squares of asphalt shingles with new CertainTeed Landmark shingles, underlayment, ice & water shield, drip edge, flashing, and ridge vent. Replace 4 squares of EPDM roof, 45 LF of PVC fascia, and repair damaged roof sheathing as needed. | $23,123 | [SF1874439](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874439/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [203 Bigelow St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/203-bigelow-st/) | 580 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove 1 existing door and replace with 1 new door. No structural work | $8,022 | [SF1872485](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1872485/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [78-80 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/78--80-brooks-st/) | 490 ft S | Alteration or repair | Deck Renovation: Install new railings; install new flooring; replace wooden posts where needed; replace rotten wood; dispose all trash. | $14,500 | [SF1868650](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868650/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [17 Ranelegh Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-ranelegh-rd/) | 390 ft E | Alteration or repair | Wire lights and outlets on decks, stairs of ADU, Wire Kitchen in ADU, Wire full bath | $7,500 | [E1863752](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863752/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [77 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/77-hobson-st/) | 420 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Repair existing deck, replace any rotten wood, replace composite floor, install Azek railings. The address for the deck is technically 86 Hobart st, but it did not show up on the portal during the application. 77 Hobson st is the same building, both addresses are for the same house. | $8,500 | [SF1863051](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1863051/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [66 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-hobson-st/) | 510 ft S | Electrical | Wire and install (2) recess lights with (1) switch, (1) bathroom fan with (1) switch, (1) vanity light with (1) switch, (1) GFCI receptacle on dedicated circuit. | $1,200 | [E1858828](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858828/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [66 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-hobson-st/) | 510 ft S | Electrical | Wire and install (3) recess lights fire rated with (1) switch, (1) bathroom exhaust fan with (1) switch, (1) vanity light with (1) switch and (1) GFCI receptacle on dedicated circuit. | $1,200 | [E1858823](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858823/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [66 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-hobson-st/) | 510 ft S | Plumbing | Replace bath fixtures in 2 baths on 2nd floor | $7,500 | [PL1858376](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1858376/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [17 Ranelegh Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-ranelegh-rd/) | 390 ft E | Alteration or repair | Create a ADU in a single family house adding egress, renovation of a kitchen and bathroom | $85,000 | [ALT1828456](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1828456/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [66 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-hobson-st/) | 510 ft S | Alteration or repair | remodel existing bathroom on 1st floor | $22,600 | [SF1850713](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850713/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [66 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-hobson-st/) | 510 ft S | Alteration or repair | Remodel existing bathroom on 2nd floor | $28,250 | [SF1850694](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850694/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [62 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/62-hobson-st/) | 560 ft S | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 853247) ( Unit 1 ) | $5,000 | [SF1847795](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847795/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [62 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/62-hobson-st/) | 560 ft S | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. ( 1273893581) ( Unit 2) | $14,000 | [SF1847760](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847760/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [59 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-hobson-st/) | 530 ft S | Electrical | wiring for two mini splits and a wall heater | $3,050 | [E1819285](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1819285/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 30 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [142 Bigelow St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/142-bigelow-st/) | 0.19 mi W | Alteration or repair | replacing kitchen cabinets, new counter tops, update some trim, paint out the apartment, update the bathroom tub surround and bathroom vanity | $75,000 | [SF1873286](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1873286/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [12 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-hobson-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID -884384, 884382) (Unit-1, Unit-2) | $9,000 | [SF1892899](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1892899/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [14 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-bothwell-rd/) | 0.24 mi S | Solar | PV System Install: 8.645 kW-DC; 7.600 kW-AC; 19 Modules; 1 Inverter; Roof-Mounted; NO Structural; NO ESS | $21,613 | [SF1886717](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886717/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [14 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-bothwell-rd/) | 0.24 mi S | Solar | PV System Install: 8.645 kW-DC; 7.600 kW-AC; 19 Modules; 1 Inverter; Roof-Mounted; NO Structural; NO ESS. | $21,613 | [E1888360](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1888360/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [27 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-bothwell-rd/) | 0.20 mi S | Plumbing | install new fixtures | $80,000 | [PL1895505](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1895505/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [15-17 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-donnybrook-rd/) | 0.20 mi SE | Plumbing | 17 Donnybrook Rd. 1st Floor gas stove replacement | $1,200 | [G1895295](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1895295/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [14 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-bothwell-rd/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | 200A Service Upgrade + Ev charger | $5,000 | [ELV1894535](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1894535/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [2 Newcastle Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-newcastle-rd/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Mass Save INsulation | $6,159 | [SF1881483](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881483/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [15-17 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-donnybrook-rd/) | 0.20 mi SE | Plumbing | Location : 15 Donnybrook Rd. 3rd Floor bathroom Repiped drains and vents for 3/4 bathroom to bring bathroom up to code | $4,500 | [PL1888375](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1888375/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [14 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-bothwell-rd/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | front stair case drive way stairs case veneer | $25,380 | [SF1879412](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879412/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [131 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/131-brooks-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Electrical | Remodel kitchens | $4,000 | [E1882006](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882006/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [131 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/131-brooks-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Plumbing | Renovation, 1st fl kitchen stove. | $500 | [G1879065](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1879065/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [131 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/131-brooks-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Plumbing | renovation, 1st fl kitchen | $1,500 | [PL1879062](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1879062/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [15-17 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-donnybrook-rd/) | 0.20 mi SE | Plumbing | Bathroom remodeling, Kitchen remodel, and washing machine hookup for #17 Donnybrook rd. 1st Floor | $5,500 | [PL1878839](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1878839/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [14 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-bothwell-rd/) | 0.24 mi S | Roofing | Roof work. Replacing existing roofing materials and installing new shingles, underlayment, flashing, and associated roofing components. | $15,000 | [SF1874228](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874228/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [131 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/131-brooks-st/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Remodel the kitchen as in the draw plan | Not listed | [SF1872761](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1872761/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [27 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-bothwell-rd/) | 0.20 mi S | New building | New construction of a wood framed 2-1/2 story over basement, 2-family structure;e[Plans] Filed.(SF1857628-Removal of existing structure on lot) | $867,075 | [ERT1745326](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1745326/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [15-17 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-donnybrook-rd/) | 0.20 mi SE | Electrical | Renovation of the bathroom at 1st floor: wiring of new 20 amp line, new 15 amp line, Panasonic fan/light, Over vanity light. | $1,800 | [E1873431](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1873431/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [15-17 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-donnybrook-rd/) | 0.20 mi SE | Electrical | Overhead electrical service upgrade from 100 to 400 Amp, adding public meter | $14,000 | [E1873405](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1873405/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [232 Parsons St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/232-parsons-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Roofing | Install new rubber roof | $24,900 | [SF1867110](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867110/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [11 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-hobson-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Plumbing | Adding a second bathroom and laundry to the 1st floor unit | $10,000 | [PL1869342](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1869342/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [4 Falkland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-falkland-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Electrical | basement renovation done in 2005. Included, bathroom, bedroom and office | $1,500 | [E1869980](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1869980/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [15-17 Donnybrook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-donnybrook-rd/) | 0.20 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Bathroom remodeling, remove existing tile, tub, toilet and vanity and replace. everething stay on same place as it is | $20,000 | [SF1869305](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869305/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [124-126 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/124--126-brooks-st/) | 0.20 mi S | Electrical | Emergency feeder repair between meter and panel | $900 | [E1868183](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1868183/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [11 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-hobson-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical | Rewire kitchen bathroom and laundry | $8,000 | [E1863528](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863528/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [11 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-hobson-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | Replace existing kitchen cabinets and countertops, add new bathroom and laundry. | $40,000 | [SF1859619](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859619/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [4 Falkland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-falkland-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Legalize the extended living space created when this building was turned into a condo in 2005. No work is to be done, there is no change in occupancy.This is to correct ISD violation V867895. Licensed Contractor Michael Hurley (HIC# will be provided) will help with paperwork | Not listed | [ALT1800745](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1800745/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [27 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-bothwell-rd/) | 0.20 mi S | Demolition | Take Down of two family wood frame structureDig Safe#2026203414 | $24,500 | [SF1857628](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857628/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [301 Faneuil St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/301-faneuil-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Alteration or repair | Removing and replacing 4 windows, replacing like with like, no structural changes. | $4,834 | [SF1846956](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846956/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [27 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-bothwell-rd/) | 0.20 mi S | Electrical | Installation of temporary electrical service for construction of new dwelling | $3,500 | [ETS1845079](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1845079/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

There are no zoning requests on file within ¼ mi. Boston's feed was last read Oct 9.

## More on this street

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

- [26 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-brooks-st/): newest permit Feb 13, 2026
- [39-47 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39--47-brooks-st/): newest permit Jul 30, 2026
- [18-20 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--20-brooks-st/): newest permit Nov 6, 2024
- [17-19 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17--19-brooks-st/): newest permit May 27, 2025
- [8 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-brooks-st/): newest permit Sep 28, 2026
- [6 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-brooks-st/): newest permit Dec 28, 2024
- [2 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-brooks-st/): newest permit Jan 24, 2025
- [68 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/68-brooks-st/): newest permit Sep 29, 2026
- [71 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-brooks-st/): newest permit Oct 1, 2026
- [74-76 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/74--76-brooks-st/): newest permit Sep 14, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-09 14:17 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 9, 13:17 UTC.

Map, all 10 permits at this address and 55 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32--46-brooks-st/