# Building permits at 36 A St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $2.5M alteration or repair at 30-40 W Third St, permitted Jul 16.

22 permits on record here. The newest, Aug 27: For unit 3E, Replacing boiler with 199K BTU combi boiler and all associated plumbing work. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 30 more permits (29 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 2026 | Plumbing | For unit 3E, Replacing boiler with 199K BTU combi boiler and all associated plumbing work. | $5,000 | [PL1894581](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1894581/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | Plumbing | For unit 3E, Replacing boiler with 199K BTU combi boiler and all associated gas work. | $3,000 | [G1894588](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1894588/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | Plumbing | For unit 4E, installing a combi boiler, 199K BTU, removing old equipment and all associated plumbing work | $10,000 | [PL1862637](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1862637/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | Plumbing | For unit 4E, installing a combi boiler, 199K BTU, removing old equipment and all associated gas work | $5,000 | [G1862642](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1862642/) |
| Mar 25, 2026 | Plumbing | For unit 4D, Installing Lochinvar 199K BTU combi boiler and all associated plumbing work. | $4,000 | [PL1823720](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1823720/) |
| Mar 25, 2026 | Plumbing | For unit 4D, Installing a Lochinvar 199K BTU combi boiler and all associated gas work. | $3,000 | [G1823735](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1823735/) |
| Jan 20, 2026 | Plumbing | Installing a Lochinvar 199,000 BTU combi boiler, removal of old boiler and all associated plumbing work. | $7,250 | [PL1811738](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1811738/) |
| Jan 20, 2026 | Plumbing | Installing a Lochinvar 199,000 BTU combi boiler, removal of old boiler and all associated gas work. | $7,250 | [G1811744](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1811744/) |
| Jan 18, 2024 | Plumbing | Add ball valves on the waterlines on washing machine valve. Reconnect laundry units to the valve. | $1,500 | [PL1563034](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1563034/) |
| Jan 9, 2024 | Electrical | Bond yellow gas line to electrical panel. Fix neutral wires in panel. Remove closet light and install new above door frame | $988 | [E1559928](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1559928/) |
| Feb 17, 2023 | Plumbing | replace combi-boiler (backflow preventer) | $1,500 | [PL1442182](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1442182/) |
| Feb 17, 2023 | Plumbing | replace combi-boiler | $1,200 | [G1442179](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1442179/) |
| Jul 30, 2022 | Electrical | Replace 2 hanging lights in kitchen. Replace regular breaker with AFCI circuit breaker for kitchen lights. the unit number is 5C | $700 | [E1354299](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1354299/) |
| Feb 1, 2022 | Fire systems | Replace digital communicator with AES 7788F mesh network radio transceiver reporting to Norel's UL central station to monitor existing FACP located at the front entrance. | $450 | [EFA1289925](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1289925/) |
| Dec 31, 2019 | Plumbing | rough &finish plumbing for (1) toilet and (1) Lav | $4,000 | [PL1037386](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1037386/) |
| Dec 14, 2018 | Electrical | Install 60AMP circuit breaker for Tesla electric vehicle wall connector | $1,500 | [E904216](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E904216/) |
| Nov 2, 2018 | Alteration or repair | Install interior walls for bathroom and install sink and toilet | $11,600 | [SF895986](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF895986/) |
| May 23, 2017 | Plumbing | Replace Gas Dryer | $500 | [G709557](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G709557/) |
| Dec 7, 2016 | Electrical | Replacement of (14) existing outside light fixtures Retrofitting of (23) indoor garage light fixtures with LEDs and motion detectors | $12,000 | [E663477](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E663477/) |
| Aug 1, 2016 | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace failed sidewalk to building joint sealants, curtainwall gaskets, ground floor window sealants, cut and point deteriorated mortar joints. All work at the front elevation ground floor only. | $9,725 | [SF619035](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF619035/) |
| Jan 14, 2013 | Electrical | disconnect existing timeclock so dryer vent fans will run continuously - per Boston Building Dept. | $500 | [E213658](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E213658/) |
| Apr 23, 2010 | Plumbing | Replace dryer in basement. | Not listed | [G22851](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G22851/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 5 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | [120 W Fourth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/120-w-fourth-st/) | 140 ft SE | Alteration or repair | COO1754450 issued 7/28/25 included core and shell commercial space on 3rd floor. Permit is to change occupancy from core and shell commercial to office/studio. Also included is relocating/adding sprinkler heads and fire alarm work. (other fit out work and fees under SF1799217) | $10,000 | [ALT1868553](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1868553/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [148-152 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/148--152-dorchester-av/) | 220 ft NW | Plumbing | fixture swap on two shower valves vanity and toilet | $3,000 | [PL1864163](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1864163/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [148-152 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/148--152-dorchester-av/) | 220 ft NW | Electrical | En-suite bathroom receptacle, wall switches, fixture lights and circuit breakers upgrade | $1,800 | [E1860411](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860411/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [148-152 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/148--152-dorchester-av/) | 220 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Bathroom Remodel | $22,750 | [SF1856845](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856845/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [120 W Fourth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/120-w-fourth-st/) | 140 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy from core & shell to pottery studio. No construction required except flooring and paint. | $4,000 | [ALT1833001](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1833001/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 15 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | [69-71 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69--71-a-st/) | 470 ft NE | Alteration or repair | CIEE Interior demolition as setup for new interior buildout. No Structural, Fire Alarm or Fire Protection work. All life safety System to remain active. All work n full compliance with 780 CMR, 527 CMR, 521 CMR. | $16,700 | [SF1901541](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901541/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [178 W Fourth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/178-w-fourth-st/) | 570 ft SE | Plumbing | Gas furnace replacement | $2,500 | [G1887960](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1887960/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [100 W Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100-w-second-st/) | 930 ft NE | Electrical | I will be adding six outlets. Four of them will be new Work. I will be adding three emergency lights at the doors and I will be relocating one ceiling fan. | $1,000 | [E1891693](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1891693/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [100 W Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100-w-second-st/) | 930 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Add wall to create conference room in existing room. Scope includes minor electrical, framing and drywall. | $69,128 | [SF1890440](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890440/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [100 W Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100-w-second-st/) | 930 ft NE | Plumbing | Emergency Repair. Unknown gas leak in the building. Need to blank off piping, pressurize, and bubble leak check and make repairs. Will coordinate with National Grid. Meter is currently red tagged by National Grid. | $10,000 | [G1886366](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1886366/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [55 W Fifth St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/55-w-fifth-st/) | 640 ft S | Plumbing | Fix gas line on gas line | $2,200 | [G1886140](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1886140/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [30-40 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--40-w-third-st/) | 760 ft NE | Plumbing | Fitout of Hugo Speakeasy Restaurant space | $270,000 | [PL1882848](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1882848/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [30-40 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--40-w-third-st/) | 760 ft NE | Plumbing | Fitout of Hugo Speakeasy Restaurant space | $19,000 | [G1882852](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1882852/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [30-40 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--40-w-third-st/) | 760 ft NE | Electrical | Wire POS cables | $6,000 | [ELV1877758](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1877758/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [30-40 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--40-w-third-st/) | 760 ft NE | Fire systems | Install Fire alarm devices | $5,000 | [EFA1877737](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1877737/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [30-40 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--40-w-third-st/) | 760 ft NE | Electrical | wire Restaurant for lights power and air conditioning | $606,000 | [E1877731](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1877731/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [84-90 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84--90-a-st/) | 600 ft NE | Roofing | Front soffit roof repair | $2,500 | [SF1875102](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1875102/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [30-40 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30--40-w-third-st/) | 760 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Renovate a two-story restaurant into a new concept. Scope of work incl. structural modifications to add a mezz. space, re-using the existing MEP systems w/ modifications to distribution to service the new layout &; all new finishes, furnishings and equip.;On amendment: pergolas at existing G floor + | $2,493,000 | [ALT1818046](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1818046/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [246-248 Dorchester Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/246--248-dorchester-av/) | 570 ft S | Electrical | Retrofit installation of electrical refrigeration controls onto existing walk-in cooler. Also anti-sweat door heater controls and electric defrost. | $41,800 | [E1864932](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864932/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [18-22 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--22-w-third-st/) | 730 ft NE | Electrical | existing main service is back feed from another meter and has been for very long. I am running new feeders to new upgraded transformer being installed by Eversource WO# 21808355 I am running 4 sets of 500 MCM copper for 1200 amps. 3 phase, 4 wire, 120/208 volts | $10,000 | [E1852478](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1852478/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 10 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 2026 | [135-143 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/135--143-w-third-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Air seal and insulate attic. | $3,000 | [SF1897235](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897235/) |
| Aug 12, 2026 | [135-143 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/135--143-w-third-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | repoint brick around windows, remove and replace caulking | $6,690 | [SF1884071](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1884071/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [105 W First St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/105-w-first-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Electrical | Need an inspection of the meter socket so Eversource can install new meter for EV Chargers per WO#27364467 (main electrical room) | $250 | [E1878942](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1878942/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [108 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108-w-third-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy of single family for a short form permit SF1771550 | Not listed | [ALT1788451](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1788451/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [108 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108-w-third-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Roofing | Remove existing roof deck, remove existing rubber roof, install new rubber roof, install new roof deck same size and location | $42,430 | [SF1874751](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874751/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [114 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/114-w-third-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Installation/Replacement of (21) Full Frame Windows. Like-for-like with no structural changes. | $62,157 | [SF1870289](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870289/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [169-171 W Second St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/169--171-w-second-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | ;existing conditions. Change from Light Manufacture to single-family residence. No work. property has been a single family since 1938.; | Not listed | [ALT1838789](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1838789/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [135-143 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/135--143-w-third-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Plumbing | RENOVATION: 1 3/4-bathroom in the basement. | $2,500 | [PL1858003](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1858003/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [86 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/86-w-third-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Alteration or repair | vinyl the front of the house double section roof in front of the house paint 2 small front domers. | $15,000 | [SF1850305](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850305/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [135-143 W Third St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/135--143-w-third-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | replace shower tub,replace bath floor,replace vanity and toilet | $26,800 | [SF1847895](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847895/) |

## More on this street

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

- [39 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-a-st/): newest permit Feb 3, 2026
- [5 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-a-st/): newest permit Oct 21, 2025
- [69-71 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/69--71-a-st/): newest permit Sep 16, 2026
- [80-82 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/80--82-a-st/): newest permit Apr 24, 2026
- [84-90 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/84--90-a-st/): newest permit Jul 21, 2026
- [244 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/244-a-st/): newest permit Oct 30, 2024
- [244-264 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/244--264-a-st/): newest permit Oct 30, 2024
- [249-257 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/249--257-a-st/): newest permit Aug 25, 2026
- [288-304 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/288--304-a-st/): newest permit Jul 31, 2026
- [319-321 A St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/319--321-a-st/): newest permit Mar 6, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-06 23:48 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

Map, all 22 permits at this address and 30 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-a-st/