# Building permits at 37 Oak Square Av, Boston, MA

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

15 permits on record here. The newest, Jul 29, 2025: Rooftop solar 12 panels 4.86 kwdc no ESS. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 57 more permits (55 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.21 mi away. A zoning hearing Oct 22 covers 75 Oakland St, 0.22 mi east.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 29, 2025 | Solar | Rooftop solar 12 panels 4.86 kwdc no ESS | $7,657 | [E1747931](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1747931/) |
| Jul 28, 2025 | Solar | Rooftop solar 12 panels 4.86 kwdc no ESS no structural | $2,286 | [SF1747925](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1747925/) |
| May 28, 2020 | Fence, wall or deck | Replace decking and railings and other repairs in existing front porch. | $5,000 | [SF1068658](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1068658/) |
| Aug 31, 2018 | Other | Repave driveway | $6,500 | [SF874886](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF874886/) |
| Apr 4, 2018 | Electrical | Wiring;second floor | $500 | [ELV815173](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV815173/) |
| Apr 4, 2018 | Fire systems | April 2, 2018. | $1,500 | [EFA815175](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA815175/) |
| Apr 4, 2018 | Electrical | Wirking a second floor house | $8,000 | [E815174](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E815174/) |
| Feb 12, 2018 | Plumbing | Install 1 new bathroom.new kitchen 1 bathroom replace fixtures | $20,000 | [PL800955](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL800955/) |
| Feb 12, 2018 | Plumbing | Instal 1 boiler 1range 1 dryer | $6,000 | [G800956](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G800956/) |
| Nov 7, 2017 | Alteration or repair | Change occupancy from one family residential building to two family residential building.;Variance required from;Zoning Board Of Appeal. | $83,800 | [ALT655083](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT655083/) |
| Apr 13, 2016 | Plumbing | replacement 1 bathroom fixtrue | $2,000 | [PL579992](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL579992/) |
| Apr 7, 2016 | Electrical | wiring a bathroom, a bedroom, a living room and a dining room on first floor. | $2,000 | [E578021](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E578021/) |
| Mar 4, 2016 | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy as a One family dwelling | Not listed | [ALT565094](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT565094/) |
| Feb 23, 2016 | Alteration or repair | Renovate first floor bathroom and repair bedroom walls. | $10,000 | [SF564780](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF564780/) |
| Feb 27, 2014 | Alteration or repair | insulating attic with blown in insulation | $5,761 | [SF339995](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF339995/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 2 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 2026 | [29 Oak Square Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-oak-square-av/) | 100 ft S | Plumbing | Remove two existing boiler and install (2) New high efficiency gas boiler | Not listed | [G1874946](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1874946/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [21 Oak Square Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-oak-square-av/) | 210 ft S | Plumbing | Remodeling. 1st Floor: 1 range. | $1,000 | [G1879332](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1879332/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 29 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [26-28 Turner St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26--28-turner-st/) | 500 ft SE | Electrical | Low voltage alarm install for 28 Turner | $1,200 | [ELV1906012](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1906012/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [61 Fairbanks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61-fairbanks-st/) | 270 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Scope of work includes: selective demo, temporary structural support, replacement of the existing main beam & supporting columns, construction of new reinforced concrete footings, repairs & reinforcement to affected floor framing & stair framing at opening. | $27,500 | [ALT1903641](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1903641/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [520 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/520-washington-st/) | 810 ft S | Plumbing | new boiler | $10,000 | [G1889541](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1889541/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [12 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-hobson-st/) | 790 ft N | 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 8, 2026 | [16 Montfern Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-montfern-av/) | 330 ft W | Alteration or repair | Replace three existing front decks with new decks of the same size and location. Repair existing rear decks as needed, including replacement of deck boards, guardrails, and damaged components. No change to building footprint | $45,500 | [SF1899240](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899240/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [131 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/131-brooks-st/) | 760 ft N | 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/) | 760 ft N | 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/) | 760 ft N | Plumbing | renovation, 1st fl kitchen | $1,500 | [PL1879062](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1879062/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [116 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/116-brooks-st/) | 980 ft N | 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 21, 2026 | [131 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/131-brooks-st/) | 760 ft N | Alteration or repair | Remodel the kitchen as in the draw plan | Not listed | [SF1872761](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1872761/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [11 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-hobson-st/) | 810 ft NE | Plumbing | Adding a second bathroom and laundry to the 1st floor unit | $10,000 | [PL1869342](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1869342/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [124-126 Brooks St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/124--126-brooks-st/) | 890 ft N | Electrical | Emergency feeder repair between meter and panel | $900 | [E1868183](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1868183/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [331 Faneuil St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/331-faneuil-st/) | 540 ft N | Alteration or repair | Install vinyl siding on top of existing siding. | $49,543 | [SF1864620](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864620/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [11 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-hobson-st/) | 810 ft NE | Electrical | Rewire kitchen bathroom and laundry | $8,000 | [E1863528](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863528/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [539 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/539-washington-st/) | 590 ft S | Alteration or repair | Air seal and Poly board on basement rim joist sills, dense pack exterior walls of all 3 units with cellulose insulation, dense pack underneath existing flooring in the battic, add high ventilation to meet NFA requirements | $20,456 | [SF1861585](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861585/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [615 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/615-washington-st/) | 960 ft W | Sign | replace the 4 existing wall banners with 4 new ones | $3,000 | [ALT1860564](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1860564/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [520 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/520-washington-st/) | 810 ft S | Roofing | Strip and re-roof 60-mil PVC membrane | $17,550 | [SF1862498](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1862498/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [11 Hobson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-hobson-st/) | 810 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Replace existing kitchen cabinets and countertops, add new bathroom and laundry. | $40,000 | [SF1859619](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859619/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [560 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/560-washington-st/) | 580 ft SW | Fire systems | Install a new UL Central station fire alarm system | $8,000 | [EFA1860308](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1860308/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [71-73 Beechcroft St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71--73-beechcroft-st/) | 720 ft E | Electrical | Wiring to 1 heat pump condenser | $900 | [E1859415](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1859415/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [520 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/520-washington-st/) | 810 ft S | Electrical | replacing 25 smokes and 50 breakers, adding surge protectors in panels and adding 2 car chargers | $18,000 | [E1847937](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847937/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [31 Langley Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/31-langley-rd/) | 980 ft SW | Roofing | Remove existing asphalt shingles and install new asphalt shingles, underlayment, flashing and proper ventilation: Owens corning system.Quantity-(21.5) | $12,340 | [SF1851883](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1851883/) |
| May 23, 2026 | [615 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/615-washington-st/) | 960 ft W | Other | Setting up a hexagon and 20x40 tent for the ymca summer program | $10,456 | [SF1848079](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848079/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [301 Faneuil St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/301-faneuil-st/) | 640 ft N | 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 9, 2026 | [560 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/560-washington-st/) | 580 ft SW | Electrical | cat6 and rg6 wiring throughout new constrcution 7 unit apartment building | $15,000 | [ELV1845227](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1845227/) |
| May 9, 2026 | [560 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/560-washington-st/) | 580 ft SW | Fire systems | wiring and installation of 110 volt smoke detectors in new construction 7 unit apartment building | $15,000 | [EFA1845226](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1845226/) |
| May 9, 2026 | [560 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/560-washington-st/) | 580 ft SW | Electrical | wiring of new construction 7 unit apartment building | $135,000 | [E1845225](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1845225/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [560 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/560-washington-st/) | 580 ft SW | Plumbing | Plumbing for new seven unit building | $110,000 | [PL1844691](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1844691/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [43 Brackett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-brackett-st/) | 420 ft NW | Plumbing | replacement of a gas dryer | $180 | [G1843889](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1843889/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 26 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | [40 N Crescent Cc](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-n-crescent-cc/) | 0.20 mi SW | Roofing | Replacing 10 windows, exterior shingle repair, and painting | $50,000 | [SF1908008](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1908008/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [16-18 Langley Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16--18-langley-rd/) | 0.19 mi W | Electrical | 225A/100a span panel installation | $3,500 | [E1907423](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1907423/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [487-489 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/487--489-washington-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | Replace existing fluorescent lighting fixtures with LED/TLED fixtures. Install 18 LED/TLED interior fixtur3 retrofits, 5 fluorescent 8-ft fixture retrofits, 2 LED exterior fixtures, and 4 occupancy/photo sensors. Includes associated electrical connections and controls. | $1,492 | [E1903441](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903441/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [28 Adair Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28-adair-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | Mini split install | $2,000 | [E1897822](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1897822/) |
| Sep 8, 2026 | [115 Bennett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/115-bennett-st/) | 0.24 mi E | Electrical | replace 200 amps with a new 400 amps services replace one panel | $8,000 | [E1896811](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896811/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [14 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-bothwell-rd/) | 0.21 mi NE | 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/) | 0.21 mi NE | 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/) | 0.21 mi NE | Plumbing | install new fixtures | $80,000 | [PL1895505](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1895505/) |
| Aug 31, 2026 | [22 Breck Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/22-breck-av/) | 0.25 mi SW | Electrical | repair the weather head (service line) | $2,500 | [E1896209](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896209/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [14 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-bothwell-rd/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | 200A Service Upgrade + Ev charger | $5,000 | [ELV1894535](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1894535/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [4-12 Perthshire Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4--12-perthshire-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | Inspect and make the electrical wiring safe in areas affected by fire and water in the main wing. Work being done at 10 Perthshire ave | $40,000 | [E1891514](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1891514/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [123 Bennett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/123-bennett-st/) | 0.22 mi E | Alteration or repair | Remove the front and back deck, frame same measurements using pressure treated lumbre, composite flooring and pvc handrail. | $45,000 | [SF1886919](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1886919/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [14 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-bothwell-rd/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | front stair case drive way stairs case veneer | $25,380 | [SF1879412](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879412/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [28-30 Dickinson Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28--30-dickinson-rd/) | 0.21 mi S | Roofing | Strip and reroof 17 SQ. No structural changes. | $16,431 | [SF1876012](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1876012/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [14 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-bothwell-rd/) | 0.21 mi NE | 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 17, 2026 | [27 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-bothwell-rd/) | 0.21 mi NE | 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 9, 2026 | [36-38 Dickinson Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36--38-dickinson-rd/) | 0.22 mi S | Alteration or repair | Air sealing,walls, rim joist, door sweep, exterior door | $4,828 | [SF1870773](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870773/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [54 Bostonia Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/54-bostonia-av/) | 0.23 mi SW | Electrical | 200 amp service upgrade, new charger, 3 new mini split systems | $9,800 | [E1864916](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864916/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [119 Bennett St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/119-bennett-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Add temporary egress to bedroom for immediate life safety concern, ALT to be filed to correct violation V846708. | $900 | [SF1860468](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860468/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [72-72b Oakland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/72--72b-oakland-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Fire systems | Back line voltage 120 Volt interconnected fire detectors | $500 | [EFA1864014](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1864014/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [72-72b Oakland St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/72--72b-oakland-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Fire systems | Front unit wire line voltage 120 volt interconnected fire detectors | $500 | [EFA1864009](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1864009/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [245-249a Faneuil St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/245--249a-faneuil-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Plumbing | Oliveira Deli Market - Indirect prep. prep sink | $1,000 | [PL1860343](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1860343/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [27 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-bothwell-rd/) | 0.21 mi NE | Demolition | Take Down of two family wood frame structureDig Safe#2026203414 | $24,500 | [SF1857628](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857628/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [52 Bostonia Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-bostonia-av/) | 0.24 mi SW | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $1,986 | [PL1844739](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1844739/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [52 Bostonia Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-bostonia-av/) | 0.24 mi SW | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $1,986 | [G1844738](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1844738/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [27 Bothwell Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-bothwell-rd/) | 0.21 mi NE | Electrical | Installation of temporary electrical service for construction of new dwelling | $3,500 | [ETS1845079](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1845079/) |

## 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 | Oct 22, 2026 | 75 Oakland St | 0.22 mi E | To add a 6' x 13.7' prefabricated sunroom with helical pier foundations | [BOA1862382](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Scheduled" | 2026-06-17 |
| Requested |  | 27 to 29 Perthshire Rd | 0.24 mi NW | To erect a rear addition and change occupancy from 2 to 8 residential units with off street parking… | [BOA1904454](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2026-09-25 |

## More on this street

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

- [41 Oak Square Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/41-oak-square-av/): newest permit Nov 18, 2025
- [29 Oak Square Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-oak-square-av/): newest permit Aug 5, 2026
- [48 Oak Square Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-oak-square-av/): newest permit Dec 2, 2025
- [49 Oak Square Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-oak-square-av/): newest permit Jan 9, 2026
- [25 Oak Square Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-oak-square-av/): newest permit May 6, 2025
- [21 Oak Square Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-oak-square-av/): newest permit Jul 31, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-10 09:03 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 10, 08:47 UTC.

Map, all 15 permits at this address and 57 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/37-oak-square-av/