# Building permits at 34 Harvard St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $2.2M alteration or repair at 33 Cordis St, permitted Aug 27.

Four permits on record here. The newest, Apr 9: Change Occupancy- 2 family to Single family. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 123 more permits (121 projects) since May 1. A zoning hearing Nov 5 covers 22 Harvard St, 190 ft south.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 9, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Change Occupancy- 2 family to Single family. No work needed. Building is currently designed and used as single family. See existing plans attached. Refer to SF1783098- to do work while change of occupancy is complete | $1,000 | [ALT1785667](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1785667/) |
| Mar 17, 2026 | Plumbing | Remodeling bathrooms | $15,000 | [PL1828695](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1828695/) |
| Feb 15, 2026 | Electrical | Remodeling of a master bedroom, master closet, four bathrooms, stairs, kitchen and basement. | $30,000 | [E1819086](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1819086/) |
| Oct 6, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Renovate primary bedroom. bathroom, 2 full bathrooms, 2 half bathroom, kitchen, basement, stairs and roof access hatch. New hardwood floors, misc moulding and paint entire house. No Exterior work. | $325,000 | [SF1783098](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1783098/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 16 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [20 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-harvard-st/) | 220 ft S | Alteration or repair | fire escape repairs rear remove and replace existing bolts install new grade 5 bolts remove rotted bar grating as needed drill and install saddle clips to secure bar grating to brackets remove surface rust paint black | $7,900 | [SF1907418](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1907418/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [63 Rutherford Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/63-rutherford-av/) | 180 ft W | Electrical | Install 6 outdoor usb outkets and low voltage rail lighting | $6,000 | [E1905734](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1905734/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [32-36 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32--36-harvard-st/) | 65 ft S | Plumbing | Install (1) vanity, (1) toilet, (1) shower at physical address-2 Washington St, 2nd floor, Charlestown | $500 | [PL1903136](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1903136/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [47 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/47-harvard-st/) | 160 ft NE | Plumbing | kitchen renovation Unit 404b | $1,000 | [PL1901604](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1901604/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [22 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22-harvard-st/) | 190 ft S | Electrical | - House Full Rewire - Upgrad Existing 100amp 120/240 Service Underground to 400amp Underground 120/240v - 1 Meter | $42,000 | [E1900031](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900031/) |
| Sep 12, 2026 | [22 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22-harvard-st/) | 190 ft S | Electrical | 8 Data Jacks Cat6 | $1,000 | [ELV1900033](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1900033/) |
| Sep 12, 2026 | [22 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22-harvard-st/) | 190 ft S | Fire systems | Smoke Alarm System 120v: 10 Units | $1,000 | [EFA1900032](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1900032/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [47 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/47-harvard-st/) | 160 ft NE | Alteration or repair | remove existing kitchen floors and replace with new tile. remove existing bath finishes and fixtures, including tile flooring, wall tile, bathtub, vanity, sink, and toilet. install new floor and wall tile in bathroom as well as replacing the existing vanity, ect. with new fixtures | $27,500 | [SF1894475](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894475/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [47 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/47-harvard-st/) | 160 ft NE | Alteration or repair | kitchen remodel | $98,000 | [SF1894458](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894458/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [2 Harvard Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-harvard-pl/) | 250 ft S | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-873605) (Unit -1) | $6,000 | [SF1874956](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874956/) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | [22 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22-harvard-st/) | 190 ft S | Plumbing | New Construction Residential Job. House has 4 floors, and the plumbing scope includes: 4 full bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms, 2 laundries, one kitchen, 2 wet bar sinks, one hose bib spigot deck, and one 80-gallon hybrid heat pump water heater | $50,000 | [PL1871890](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1871890/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [48 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-harvard-st/) | 130 ft N | Alteration or repair | Weatherization, Insulation, Air Sealing | $2,379 | [SF1868546](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1868546/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [47 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/47-harvard-st/) | 160 ft NE | Plumbing | Kitchen remodel | $1,000 | [PL1869405](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1869405/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [47 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/47-harvard-st/) | 160 ft NE | Electrical | Kitchen Renovation and installation of new lighting and electric fireplace in living room. | $9,500 | [E1869911](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1869911/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [47 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/47-harvard-st/) | 160 ft NE | Alteration or repair | kitchen renovation - demo - installation cabinets and countertop. New recess, under-cabinet and pendant lighting. relocate plumbing for dishwasher. | $38,568 | [SF1864911](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864911/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [47 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/47-harvard-st/) | 160 ft NE | Alteration or repair | kitchen and bath remodel | $157,400 | [SF1850744](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850744/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 66 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [20 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-park-st/) | 550 ft E | Alteration or repair | Remove 10 existing windows and replace with 10 new windows. No structural work | $20,825 | [SF1905085](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1905085/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [35 Winthrop St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-winthrop-st/) | 810 ft NE | Plumbing | Kitchen / bathroom renovation new stub outs (copper) / waste arms | $2,500 | [PL1905156](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1905156/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [35 Winthrop St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-winthrop-st/) | 810 ft NE | Plumbing | Moving gas line over 3' to accommodate new stove specs, new gas valve, new hose, new anti tip will be installed in coordination with appliance delivery | $600 | [G1905152](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1905152/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [20 Union St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-union-st/) | 660 ft NW | Roofing | Remove and disposal existing membrane rubber and insulation. install new 1/2 Inch insulation board and membrane rubber | $10,500 | [SF1905679](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1905679/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [1 Warren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-warren-st/) | 960 ft E | Plumbing | Replacement shower valve, toielt and lav | $2,500 | [PL1905020](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1905020/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [59h-59 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59h--59-washington-st/) | 680 ft NW | Addition | Renovating an existing two family home and adding a rear addition on the 3rd level. Addition will violate the rear setback and roof structure restriction according to the zoning analysis performed by architect. Requesting a nominal fee application with Board of Appeals involvement. | $500,000 | [ALT1827660](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1827660/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [16 Union St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-union-st/) | 660 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Remove 1 existing door and replace with 1 new door. No structural work. Work to take place in unit 2 | $2,216 | [SF1903805](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1903805/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [16 Cordis St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-cordis-st/) | 930 ft N | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install | $1,200 | [ELV1901925](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1901925/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [73-83 Main St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73--83-main-st/) | 400 ft NE | Plumbing | Bar 1st Flr- Install 2 hand sinks and 2 Ice machines. Men's Bathroom- enlarged to fit a double sink and an urinal. | $590 | [PL1903885](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1903885/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [7 Pleasant St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-pleasant-st/) | 560 ft N | Plumbing | Gas furnace replacement | $2,500 | [G1900269](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1900269/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [18 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-putnam-st/) | 930 ft E | Alteration or repair | A- Repoint the back brick wall, only the necessary spots needed. B- Repoint a brick wall foundation, under of the wood deck. C- Demo, Remove the top half of the leaning brick chimney and rebuild it back. D- Remove all cobblestone of the uneven driveway 53x11 leveling the ground. | $17,500 | [SF1894991](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894991/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [55 Warren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-warren-st/) | 650 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Replace damaged brick on soley st side Repoint where needed on Soley st side | $28,500 | [SF1896805](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896805/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [3 Pleasant Street Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3-pleasant-street-ct/) | 880 ft NE | Plumbing | Hose connection | $500 | [PL1897903](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1897903/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [3 Pleasant Street Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3-pleasant-street-ct/) | 880 ft NE | Plumbing | Run gas line for grill | $800 | [G1897902](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1897902/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [34 Austin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-austin-st/) | 920 ft NW | Plumbing | Forced hot water boiler | $5,000 | [PL1896890](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1896890/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [34 Austin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-austin-st/) | 920 ft NW | Plumbing | Gas to GAS boiler replacement | $500 | [G1896892](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1896892/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [40 Pleasant St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-pleasant-st/) | 870 ft N | Alteration or repair | Bathroom renovation | $21,700 | [SF1874712](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874712/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [1 Warren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-warren-st/) | 960 ft E | Alteration or repair | Facelift bathroom tile paint new fixtures nothing changing | $7,500 | [SF1886091](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886091/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [1 Pleasant St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-pleasant-st/) | 450 ft N | Plumbing | Remodel Bathroom group | $3,500 | [PL1891619](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1891619/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [13 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/13-park-st/) | 590 ft E | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace (09) windows. | $21,000 | [SF1881131](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881131/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [55 Park St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-park-st/) | 890 ft E | Fence, wall or deck | re- decking and railing- front stair, back stair, side deck repair siding soffit, corners replacement exterior door | $83,280 | [SF1880566](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880566/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [50-52 Warren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50--52-warren-st/) | 510 ft NE | Plumbing | Reconnect gas supply to newly installed Performance 40 Gal. Short 36,000 BTU natural gas power vent water heater, replacing existing unit of same type and capacity (like-for-like replacement, same location). | $300 | [G1886872](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1886872/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [55 Winthrop St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-winthrop-st/) | 990 ft NE | Electrical | Parks department event requiring generator | $500 | [ETS1888080](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1888080/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [50-52 Warren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50--52-warren-st/) | 510 ft NE | Plumbing | Remove and replace existing Performance 40 Gal. Short 36,000 BTU natural gas power vent water heater with new unit of same make/model type, fuel, capacity, and venting method (like-for-like replacement). Reconnect existing gas supply, water supply/return lines, power vent, and venting to new unit in | $2,600 | [PL1886859](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1886859/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [1 Pleasant St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-pleasant-st/) | 450 ft N | Alteration or repair | retile bath floor and shower area - install new tile and backerboard after removing existing. plumbing to be done by licensed plumber on separate permit | $17,800 | [SF1883873](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1883873/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [19 Monument Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19-monument-av/) | 620 ft NE | Alteration or repair | New exterior deck in the rear court yard New composite decking | $25,000 | [ALT1849592](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1849592/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [9 Winthrop St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-winthrop-st/) | 520 ft NE | Roofing | REPLACE EPDM ROOF (ok to do short form per convo with inspector) | $85,695 | [SF1877839](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877839/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [15 Henley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-henley-st/) | 510 ft E | Alteration or repair | Construct new openings for two new basement windows in the existing front foundation per plans. Furnish and install 2 new Harvey white vinyl windows to include screen. | $15,000 | [ALT1868885](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1868885/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [1 Warren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-warren-st/) | 960 ft E | Electrical | Disconnect and make safe feeds for (2) existing condensers & fans for existing freezer & cooler. Extend feeds for (2) new condensers on roof & reconnect existing feeds for new fans in freezer & cooler. Add convenience outlet near new condensers on roof. | $15,000 | [E1881045](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881045/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [65-71 Main St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65--71-main-st/) | 390 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Change of occupancy from;Retail, Catering, Offices, 4 Apartments and Pilates Studio to;Retail, Offices, 5 Apartments and Pilates Studio. Fifth apartment will be located on first floor rear of building. No work to be done.; | Not listed | [ALT1824051](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1824051/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [25 Harvard Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-harvard-sq/) | 260 ft E | Plumbing | Reroute existing outdoor rain leader | $1,200 | [PL1875343](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1875343/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [44-44a Pleasant St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44--44a-pleasant-st/) | 930 ft N | Alteration or repair | Clean Joe will be removing all affected drywalls, ceilings, and floors to clean up and prevent further damages. Interior finishes only. | $3,000 | [SF1874474](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874474/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [18 Cordis St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-cordis-st/) | 950 ft N | Electrical | Basement, one bathroom, one bedroom, one living room and one kitchen rewire | $5,000 | [E1873362](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1873362/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [34 Austin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-austin-st/) | 920 ft NW | Electrical | New Kitchen, new Lighting & Disconnect for AC | $15,000 | [E1868661](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1868661/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [39 Soley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-soley-st/) | 940 ft NE | Plumbing | Replaced kitchen sink | $1,500 | [PL1869663](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1869663/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [54 Monument Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54-monument-av/) | 980 ft NE | Plumbing | Remove existing Boiler and replace with new Boiler | $5,000 | [G1864977](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1864977/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [54 Monument Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54-monument-av/) | 980 ft NE | Plumbing | Remove existing Boiler and replace with new Boiler | $2,500 | [PL1864978](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1864978/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [3 Cordis St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3-cordis-st/) | 730 ft N | Alteration or repair | Install 2 windows for replacement. Work to be done in unit 1. No structural changes. | $8,100 | [SF1867159](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1867159/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [1 Prescott St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-prescott-st/) | 310 ft N | Plumbing | Replace 40 Gallon Electric Water Heater | $1,650 | [PL1868605](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1868605/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [34 Austin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-austin-st/) | 920 ft NW | Plumbing | Install kitchen sink with half bast and full bath and laundry | $10,407 | [PL1868163](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1868163/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [34 Austin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-austin-st/) | 920 ft NW | Plumbing | Install gas stove | $1,500 | [G1868180](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1868180/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [1 Devens St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-devens-st/) | 370 ft N | Alteration or repair | To remove and replace 9 windows, 1 patio door. Like for like; no structural alterations. | $37,976 | [SF1862985](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862985/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [26 Soley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-soley-st/) | 800 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Remove 3 existing windows and 1 existing door and replace with 3 new windows and 1 new door. No structural work | $13,503 | [SF1865541](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1865541/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [73-83 Main St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/73--83-main-st/) | 400 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Renovate 1st Floor restaurant according to plans. Update electrical according to plans. Update plumbing according to plans. Update finish labor according to plans | $165,000 | [SF1865775](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1865775/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [1 Warren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-warren-st/) | 960 ft E | Electrical | Remove and reinstall existing dishwasher & disposal outlets for kitchen cabinet replacement. | $550 | [E1862426](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862426/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [1 Warren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-warren-st/) | 960 ft E | Plumbing | Replacement kitchen sink dishwasher, | $3,000 | [PL1861364](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1861364/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [34 Austin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-austin-st/) | 920 ft NW | Alteration or repair | kitchen remodel, full bath and 1/2 bath remodel, new flooring, countertops, minisplits and paint. | $166,725 | [SF1857665](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857665/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [18 Cordis St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-cordis-st/) | 950 ft N | Plumbing | Revamp bathroom, w.c., sh. and lav. Also redo bar sink. | $5,000 | [PL1856112](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1856112/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [80 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80-washington-st/) | 1,000 ft W | Electrical | wire a 2-family house | $52,000 | [E1858919](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858919/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [131-141 Main St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/131--141-main-st/) | 700 ft N | Alteration or repair | Courtyard Renovation - 133 Main St: Remove existing railings,pavers,siding & courtyard rubber membrane. Install new rubber tied into drains,seam tape joints & flashing at doors/drains,new pedestal concrete pavers,new PVC railings/gates,and new primed cedar clapboard siding at lower exterior walls. | $95,500 | [SF1855202](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1855202/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [34 Winthrop St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-winthrop-st/) | 820 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Install about 60ft of crown molding on the outside of the building | $3,500 | [SF1846874](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846874/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [1 Warren St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-warren-st/) | 960 ft E | Alteration or repair | For Unit 109 - Replace the kitchen cabinet (all fixture remain the same location), install laminate flooring, paint the 1st floor and refinish the stairway and handrail. | $23,328 | [SF1856148](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856148/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [1 Devens St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-devens-st/) | 370 ft N | Electrical | Replace wiring in controlling lighting. Replace Light fixtures in kitchen. Remove buried boxes in kitchen and replace feeds/wiring affected. add 6 recessed lights in second floor bedroom. add dual function breakers for all branch circuits affected by work. | $6,500 | [E1853763](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853763/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [39 Soley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-soley-st/) | 940 ft NE | Electrical | Install wiring for kitchen renovation | $9,000 | [E1855225](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1855225/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [31a Main St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31a-main-st/) | 420 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Cut and point two chimneys and replace bricks as needed | $7,000 | [SF1853401](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853401/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [18 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-putnam-st/) | 930 ft E | Electrical | - Remove existing 20 space load center, install 40 space load center with new grounding / bonding. | $1,800 | [E1852447](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1852447/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [2 Pleasant Street Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-pleasant-street-ct/) | 870 ft N | Plumbing | Install backflow preventer on prep sink located in basement | $1,000 | [PL1851380](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1851380/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [15 Henley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-henley-st/) | 510 ft E | Alteration or repair | interior carpentry work. Remove and replace stairs | $62,000 | [SF1850987](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850987/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [1 Devens St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-devens-st/) | 370 ft N | Alteration or repair | Unit A. Interior repairs due to water damage. Replace Affected insulation and drywall/plaster in 2nd fl Bedroom, 1st fl Kitchen & Basement Rm Replace finish trim and paint. | $29,284 | [SF1850041](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850041/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [80 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80-washington-st/) | 1,000 ft W | Plumbing | Plumbing remodeling, 1 floor : one full bathroom, new laundry box connection, wet Bar sink, one full kitchen. Second floor, master bathroom, new laundry box connection, 3rf: one full bathroom. | $14,500 | [PL1848959](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1848959/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [18 Cordis St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-cordis-st/) | 950 ft N | Plumbing | Kitchen range | $1,000 | [G1771027](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1771027/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [31a Main St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31a-main-st/) | 420 ft NE | Plumbing | replacing the dishwasher, food disposal and kitchen sink | $900 | [PL1848271](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1848271/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [44 Monument Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-monument-av/) | 850 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Front exterior wall Grind out, repoint and waterproof front wall. | $28,500 | [SF1846779](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846779/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [39 Soley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-soley-st/) | 940 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Demo existing kitchen to the studs. Fix framing as needed. Install new board and plaster, insulation, tile floors. New cabinets, countertops, and appliances. Install baseboards and paint. | $65,360 | [SF1845797](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845797/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [54 Monument Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54-monument-av/) | 980 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Installation of (1) Casement window. Like-for-like with no structural changes. | $3,212 | [SF1846395](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846395/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [31a Main St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31a-main-st/) | 420 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Location: 21 Main Street, Apt D, Charlestown, MA Remove existing kitchen cabinets. Modify an existing non-load-bearing wall by reducing it from 29" x 78" to a half wall to allow for countertop extension and create an open space along the right-side wall. Install new cabinets, countertop, | $14,638 | [SF1840697](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1840697/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 41 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [33 Cordis St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-cordis-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Electrical | Install rg6 cable In beds / living, install doorbell system. | $2,500 | [ELV1904523](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1904523/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [33 Cordis St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-cordis-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Fire systems | Install hardwired interconnected smoke and carbon system to code. | $4,000 | [EFA1904520](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1904520/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [33 Cordis St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-cordis-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Electrical | Complete wire single family home. Update service to 200A all bonding / grounding. | $45,000 | [E1904518](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904518/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [6 Adams St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-adams-st/) | 0.23 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Replacing existing kitchen cabinets and appliances Remodel Primary bathroom | $83,191 | [SF1903408](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1903408/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [33 Cordis St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-cordis-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Plumbing | New plumbing waste, vent and water lines | $65,000 | [PL1904371](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1904371/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [33 Cordis St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-cordis-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Plumbing | New gas line to 1 tankless water heater, 2 Forced hot air furnaces, 1 range, 1 fireplace and 1 clothes dryer | $7,600 | [G1904374](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1904374/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [47 Pleasant St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/47-pleasant-st/) | 0.20 mi N | Fence, wall or deck | • Demolition and disposal of existing deck structure • Construction of new deck approximately same size as existing deck structure | $29,850 | [SF1891246](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891246/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [60 Pleasant St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-pleasant-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Plumbing | Replacement of Existing Cross Connection Device. | $2,000 | [PL1897823](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1897823/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [12 Wood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-wood-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Plumbing | Remodeling. 3rd Floor: 1 range. | $1,000 | [G1896482](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1896482/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [12 Wood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-wood-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Plumbing | Remodeling. Unit 3. 3rd Floor: 1 kitchen sink, garbage disposal, 1 dishwasher, 1 ice maker, 1 toilet, 1 lavatory, and 1 shower stall. | $7,000 | [PL1896474](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1896474/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [12 Wood St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-wood-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Renovating existing full bath and 1/2 bath. Fixtures swap out. Renovate existing kitchen with new cabinets and counter tops. | $100,000 | [SF1884468](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1884468/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [33 Cordis St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-cordis-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Alteration or repair | Interior and exterior renovations per plans, | $2,197,500 | [ALT1880889](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1880889/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [3 Wallace Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3-wallace-ct/) | 0.25 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Install 21 Marvin replacement windows. Energy star, inserts only with no structural work | $37,585 | [SF1884330](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1884330/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [4 Dexter Ro](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-dexter-ro/) | 0.19 mi N | Roofing | Fire escape maintenance: Re-seal all wall connections to restore waterproofing. Hand scrape all loose and peeling paint and rust, then apply a protective finish coat to the fire escape. Upon completion of the maintenance, inspect the fire escape and file the required 5-year Fire Escape Affidavit. | $3,900 | [SF1881529](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881529/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [50-52 High St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50--52-high-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Electrical | bathroom remodel | $2,780 | [E1885765](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1885765/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [14 Monument Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-monument-ct/) | 0.20 mi NE | Plumbing | Piping under deck for gas grill on deck tying in mechanical room in basement | $2,900 | [G1886256](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1886256/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [37 High St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-high-st/) | 0.25 mi N | Roofing | Remove and replace approximately 10 squares of existing low-slope roofing with a new 60 mil EPDM rubber roofing system. Scope includes removal and disposal of the existing roofing membrane and insulation (top layer only), installation of new 1" polyiso cover board insulation, mechanically attached 6 | $43,441 | [SF1881471](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881471/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [33 Cordis St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-cordis-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Other | At-risk emergency framing scope pending issuance of ALT1880889 | $5,000 | [SF1880972](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880972/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [84 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84-washington-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Alteration or repair | Constructing 10' x 20' ft. steel deck in back of 2nd floor of home to match the style of abutting neighbor's deck. 10'x 20' deck constructing with 2' x 6' steel cariola joints. 16" space to in to the center of the cariola. decking floor will be composite material "trax." 4"x4" rails. | $6,000 | [ALT1857395](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1857395/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [33 Cordis St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-cordis-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Alteration or repair | Demolish existing chimneys. | $5,000 | [SF1877209](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877209/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [14 Monument Ct](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-monument-ct/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | Wire and install lighting and power for dining room addition | $2,500 | [E1879939](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879939/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [23 High St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-high-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Cut and point the two sections of wall in the back of the building Replace the deteriorated bricks Replace about 3 window sills | $22,000 | [SF1878788](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1878788/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [50-52 High St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50--52-high-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Plumbing | replace kitchen sink, and remodel primary and guest baths at 52 High St Unit 2 | $4,775 | [PL1878702](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1878702/) |
| Jul 19, 2026 | [51 Soley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/51-soley-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | install a temp service to allow demolition of the building with the point of connection | $750 | [ETS1870961](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1870961/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [5-29 Austin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5--29-austin-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Sign | Furnish and install (1) set of "Minute Clinic" CLs and replacement faces only for the (2) existing blade signs. | $9,290 | [ALT1868669](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1868669/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [54-54a High St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54--54a-high-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | Interior renovations. Replace trims/doors/baseboards. Painting. New flooring and electric outlets replacement. | $70,000 | [SF1864204](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864204/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [1 Monument Sq](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/1-monument-sq/) | 0.24 mi NE | Electrical | Provide 1 x 45kVA portable diesel generator and all associated outdoor rated electrical distribution equipment for Boston 10K Event on Boston Common setup 6/15/26 for use 6/16-17/26. Bart McCracken. | $5,000 | [ETS1857310](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1857310/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [50-52 High St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50--52-high-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Alteration or repair | 52 High st # 2 primary bath remodel 2nd fl - to inclue: demo by truck, frame half wall for shower, recessed med cabinet, insulation, plumbing, wiring, plastering, carpentry, tilework, custom glass shower door no structural | $77,415 | [SF1848362](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848362/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [31 Austin St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-austin-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Plumbing | Re-pipe indirect waste | $2,500 | [PL1856293](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1856293/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [65 Chelsea St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-chelsea-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Roofing | This project involves excavation and waterproofing repair of the courtyard located above two levels of underground garage structure. The objective is to expose the existing waterproofing membrane, perform repairs using a Sika waterproofing system, and fully restore the courtyard landscape and hardsc | $227,000 | [SF1848888](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848888/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [191 Main St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/191-main-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Electrical | Generator to power inflatable for duration of event | $350 | [E1853353](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1853353/) |
| May 24, 2026 | [7-9 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7--9-putnam-st/) | 0.19 mi E | Plumbing | Remodel existing plumbing | $12,500 | [PL1851097](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1851097/) |
| May 24, 2026 | [7-9 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7--9-putnam-st/) | 0.19 mi E | Plumbing | Connect gas to one stove and one combi boiler | $2,000 | [G1851104](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1851104/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [187-189 Main St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/187--189-main-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Plumbing | Install indirect waste for prep sink | $12,000 | [PL1851054](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1851054/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [49 Soley St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-soley-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | Temporary removal of two exterior receptacles, three exterior light fixtures to allow for the siding replacement | $1,500 | [E1850928](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850928/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [63 Winthrop St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/63-winthrop-st/) | 0.22 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Install staging to access roof Remove existing rubber roof and insulation Apply rubber to roof seal all joints and penetrations Lead chimney, seal Install copper flashing Flash around skylight Cleanup and disposal of work debris | $43,500 | [SF1848324](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848324/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [7-9 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7--9-putnam-st/) | 0.19 mi E | Electrical | Wire and install CATV and CAT 5E wiring | $500 | [ELV1848166](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1848166/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [7-9 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7--9-putnam-st/) | 0.19 mi E | Fire systems | Wire and install 120 volt hardwired smoke and co detectors | $1,000 | [EFA1848160](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1848160/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [7-9 Putnam St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7--9-putnam-st/) | 0.19 mi E | Electrical | Install wiring for lights, HVAC, and general power use | $24,000 | [E1848153](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1848153/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [33 Cordis St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-cordis-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Alteration or repair | Remove interior finishes only | $37,000 | [SF1845694](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845694/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [84 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84-washington-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Electrical | Service Upgrade | $20,000 | [E1842779](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1842779/) |

## 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 | Nov 5, 2026 | 22 Harvard St | 190 ft S | Zoning appeal: "Exterior renovation amendment to include rear decks and roof deck with interior access…" | [BOA1870900](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Scheduled" | 2026-07-09 |
| Requested |  | 7 to 9 Putnam St | 0.20 mi E | Zoning appeal: "This is for the addition of a front and rear dormer and the addition of habitable living…" | [BOA1890333](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-08-19 |
| Requested |  | 83 Warren St | 640 ft N | Zoning appeal: "Nominal fee requested" | [BOA1840270](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-04-16 |
| Approved | Sep 8, 2026 | 8 Lawrence St | 740 ft NW | To install roof deck on flat pitch roof | [BOA1873156](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "ZBA Decision Finalized", decision "Approved" | 2026-07-15 |
| Denied | Aug 11, 2026 | 1 to 1h Washington Pl | 460 ft NW | Zoning appeal: "Confirming occupancy of single family and changing to 3 attached townhouses" | [BOA1846713](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "DeniedPrej" | 2026-05-06 |
| Approved | Jul 14, 2026 | 191 Main St | 0.23 mi N | To change the occupancy to liquor store on ground floor… | [BOA1704408](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2025-03-30 |
| Approved | Jun 16, 2026 | 65 to 71 Main St | 390 ft NE | To change the occupancy from Retail, Catering, Offices, 4 Apartments and Pilates Studio to Retail, Offices… | [BOA1833678](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-03-26 |

Boston's decision codes, from its data dictionary (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/37d2e087-ce02-4090-bfdf-22de1ada3b23/resource/e11dcfa5-6f6f-4999-abc3-741f53c6731f/download/zba-data-dictionary.pdf): DeniedPrej, "denied without prejudice".

## More on this street

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

- [33 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33-harvard-st/): newest permit Nov 25, 2025
- [35 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-harvard-st/): newest permit Mar 5, 2025
- [32-36 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32--36-harvard-st/): newest permit Sep 23, 2026
- [30 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-harvard-st/): newest permit Nov 17, 2025
- [39 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-harvard-st/): newest permit Aug 10, 2026
- [24 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-harvard-st/): newest permit Sep 11, 2025
- [22 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22-harvard-st/): newest permit Sep 16, 2026
- [46-48 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46--48-harvard-st/): newest permit Mar 20, 2026
- [47 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/47-harvard-st/): newest permit Sep 16, 2026
- [21 Harvard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-harvard-st/): newest permit Dec 1, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-09 17:03 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 4 permits at this address and 123 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/34-harvard-st/
