# Building permits at 38 Chestnut Sq, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $1M project at 6-22 Bismarck St, permitted May 12.

Four permits on record here. The newest, Nov 8, 2025: Install 17 windows for replacement no structural changes. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 103 more permits (100 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 8, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Install 17 windows for replacement no structural changes | $48,000 | [SF1795628](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1795628/) |
| Dec 13, 2019 | Alteration or repair | 1 replacement entry door | $3,016 | [SF1031064](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1031064/) |
| Sep 10, 2015 | Alteration or repair | 1 replacement window 2 replacement entry doors | $9,000 | [SF515512](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF515512/) |
| Apr 2, 2013 | Alteration or repair | 1 replacement window | $1,600 | [SF230700](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF230700/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 1 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 2026 | [267 Lamartine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/267-lamartine-st/) | 240 ft S | Electrical | Replace 100 amp service with new 200 amp service hook up common meter move point of attachment | $1,400 | [E1872507](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1872507/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 56 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [11 Segel St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-segel-st/) | 740 ft SW | Plumbing | Replace water heater | $500 | [PL1904116](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1904116/) |
| Oct 8, 2026 | [11 Segel St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-segel-st/) | 740 ft SW | Plumbing | Replace water heater | $500 | [G1904122](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1904122/) |
| Oct 8, 2026 | [283 Lamartine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/283-lamartine-st/) | 510 ft S | Plumbing | pressure test for gas lines in 2 units in the building | $2,000 | [G1908088](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1908088/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [57-59 Boylston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57--59-boylston-st/) | 940 ft N | Plumbing | Replace the water heater in the basement | $1,800 | [PL1901100](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1901100/) |
| Oct 7, 2026 | [57-59 Boylston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57--59-boylston-st/) | 940 ft N | Plumbing | Reconnect gas to water heater in basement | $400 | [G1901103](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1901103/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [196 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/196-chestnut-av/) | 440 ft N | Plumbing | Replacing 1 old gas water heater with a new gas water heater. | $2,000 | [PL1907196](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1907196/) |
| Oct 6, 2026 | [196 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/196-chestnut-av/) | 440 ft N | Plumbing | Disconnecting and reconnecting gas to 1 new furnace and 1 new waterheater. | $1,000 | [G1907194](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1907194/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [70a-70b Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/70a--70b-rockview-st/) | 860 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Bathroom renovation | $24,000 | [SF1907050](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1907050/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [285 Lamartine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/285-lamartine-st/) | 570 ft S | Electrical | install car charger at public panel | $3,175 | [E1906110](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1906110/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [14 Burr St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-burr-st/) | 990 ft NW | Alteration or repair | 1 family + ADU in existing finish basement at 14 Burr St with bathroom, living room. Create new kitchenette area and new entry way to separate mechanical room from living space. | $56,937 | [ALT1890372](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1890372/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [199 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/199-chestnut-av/) | 490 ft N | Alteration or repair | N/R confirm occupancy of existing 2 Family home | Not listed | [ALT1897699](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1897699/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [188 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/188-chestnut-av/) | 610 ft N | Electrical | light outlets, lights, duplex receptacles, switches | $12,504 | [E1902053](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1902053/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [199 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/199-chestnut-av/) | 490 ft N | Roofing | Pending;ALT1897699-Occupancy Committee.strip roof shingles and re-roof per GAF specs - NO STRUCTURAL CHANGES | $15,000 | [SF1882227](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882227/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [223 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/223-chestnut-av/) | 370 ft W | Alteration or repair | Confirmation for 2 family home that has been in existence for many years. This is in correlation to the short form permit # SF1812987. | Not listed | [ALT1816987](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1816987/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [332-334 Amory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/332--334-amory-st/) | 740 ft SE | Plumbing | Gas furnace replaement | $6,000 | [G1888601](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1888601/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [15 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-rockview-st/) | 810 ft NW | Roofing | Install new roofing shingles, install ice and water shield and drip edge | $13,500 | [SF1897984](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897984/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [193-195 Lamartine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/193--195-lamartine-st/) | 840 ft NE | Electrical | 50 amp Hard Wired EV Charger | $990 | [E1896991](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896991/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [30 Germania St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-germania-st/) | 890 ft E | Electrical | Low voltage data cabling for Sam Adams/Boston beer Company (2 floors) | $30,000 | [ELV1896631](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1896631/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [17 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-rockview-st/) | 790 ft NW | Roofing | Asphalt shingles replacement on the top and the window's roofs | $27,498 | [SF1889716](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889716/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [30 Germania St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-germania-st/) | 890 ft E | Alteration or repair | Update age group of children served, same capacity. No alterations to the floor plan or layout, I am simply converting two current preschool classrooms in my existing space to two toddler classrooms. The architectural floor plans have been updated to show each individual room capacity. | Not listed | [ALT1891007](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1891007/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [243 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/243-chestnut-av/) | 430 ft W | Alteration or repair | Complete existing bathroom renovation at 243B Chestnut Ave | $72,300 | [SF1894770](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894770/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [265 Amory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/265-amory-st/) | 740 ft E | Plumbing | underground | $5,000 | [PL1890899](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1890899/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [295-297 Lamartine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/295--297-lamartine-st/) | 720 ft S | Alteration or repair | install 29 harvey replacement windows. Energy star, inserts only with no structural work | $28,275 | [SF1888680](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1888680/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [14-16 Dresden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14--16-dresden-st/) | 730 ft N | Roofing | Remove & replace roof. | $19,535 | [SF1877748](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877748/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [40 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-rockview-st/) | 650 ft W | Alteration or repair | Remove and Replace (10) Existing Windows with 10 - Interstate 6800 BRONZE exterior/WHITE interior vinyl double hung insulated tilt in replacement window with :Triple pane 1 1/8" insulated glass with U=.17 (ENERGY STAR HIGH EFFICIENCY) Low e glass and argon gas | $13,796 | [SF1881701](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881701/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [304 Lamartine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/304-lamartine-st/) | 890 ft S | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 4 windows; like for like size; no structural changes | $11,371 | [SF1877921](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877921/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [26 Clive St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-clive-st/) | 890 ft N | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-871015) (Unit-2) | $5,000 | [SF1877065](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877065/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [26 Clive St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/26-clive-st/) | 890 ft N | Alteration or repair | Residential weatherization/air sealing. No structural changes. (Site ID-871010, 871016) (Unit -1, Unit - 3) | $7,000 | [SF1874957](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874957/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [7 Jess St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-jess-st/) | 940 ft E | Solar | 5.330 Kw dc & 4.940 kw ac grid tied photovoltaic system | $13,512 | [SF1874197](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874197/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [192 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/192-chestnut-av/) | 530 ft N | Electrical | Kitchen rewire 4 recessed lights Under Cab Disposal Dishwasher Hood Fridge Gas range 2 counter top circuits 2nd floor bathroom Exhaust replacement 2 recessed light Vanity light replacement Receptacle replacement | $8,000 | [E1879405](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879405/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [192 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/192-chestnut-av/) | 530 ft N | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace porches on right side of house same size same shape | $13,000 | [SF1861857](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861857/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [7 Jess St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-jess-st/) | 940 ft E | Electrical | 5.330 Kw dc & 4.940 kw ac grid tied photovoltaic system | $13,512 | [E1874200](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874200/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [192 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/192-chestnut-av/) | 530 ft N | Plumbing | New kitchen cabinets and kitchen sink, new vanity, toilet, and tub all in existing locations | $6,000 | [PL1872571](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1872571/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [23 Burr St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-burr-st/) | 990 ft NW | Plumbing | Relocate gas range on first and second floors | $3,000 | [G1871904](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1871904/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [30 Germania St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-germania-st/) | 890 ft E | Other | Erect 40x70 and 30x50 tents on 7/24/26, removal on 7/25/26. | $6,430 | [SF1871419](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1871419/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [56 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56-rockview-st/) | 720 ft W | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Weatherization - Air-sealing, blown-in insulation. | $6,836 | [SF1870810](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870810/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [23 Burr St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-burr-st/) | 990 ft NW | Plumbing | Renovate First and second floor kitchens, bathrooms and laundry's | $8,000 | [PL1871898](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1871898/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [248 Amory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/248-amory-st/) | 960 ft E | Plumbing | Cap off gas line to gas stove | $150 | [G1870757](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1870757/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [248 Amory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/248-amory-st/) | 960 ft E | Electrical | Furnish and install all new wiring for (1) Kitchen. Furnish and install all new wiring for (1) Office. Furnish and install all new wiring for (1) Sauna. | $25,000 | [E1870878](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870878/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [248 Amory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/248-amory-st/) | 960 ft E | Plumbing | Rough and finish plumbing kitchen and bath | $3,000 | [PL1869858](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1869858/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [23 Burr St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-burr-st/) | 990 ft NW | Electrical | service upgrade 100a-200a rewire 2 kitchens and 2 bathrooms add recess lights throught house | $20,000 | [E1868238](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1868238/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [12 Enfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-enfield-st/) | 910 ft NW | Electrical | replace dryer circuit breaker with GFI type circuit breaker, install WR type receptacle back deck 2nd back deck, install surge protection 2nd floor load center. | $500 | [E1863063](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863063/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [71-73 Boylston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71--73-boylston-st/) | 820 ft N | Mechanical (HVAC) | installing a ductless hvac system | $47,303 | [SF1821951](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1821951/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [23 Burr St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-burr-st/) | 990 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Updating kitchens, bathrooms and repainting the units | $85,000 | [SF1861609](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861609/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [248 Amory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/248-amory-st/) | 960 ft E | Alteration or repair | Renovate kitchen, bathroom, refinish flooring and replace exterior stairs. | $150,000 | [SF1853502](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853502/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [192 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/192-chestnut-av/) | 530 ft N | Alteration or repair | Kitchen and bath renovation. no structural. | $41,000 | [SF1859943](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859943/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [12 Enfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-enfield-st/) | 910 ft NW | Electrical | 2 bathroom remodels. 3rd floor remodel. 2 bedrooms, halls and stairwell. 2 fam service upgrade and subpanel to 2nd floor. | $15,000 | [E1856250](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856250/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [16 Merriam St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-merriam-st/) | 880 ft E | Other | Installing a temporary weighted frame tent without walls for a FIFA watch party. Installing 06/11/26 and removing 06/15/26. Alcohol is being served. Barricade plan included on the ISD stamped engineer plans. | $6,500 | [SF1858810](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858810/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [30 Germania St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-germania-st/) | 890 ft E | Electrical | Ground and bond portable generator for community event. Portable generator located in the parking lot of 10 Merriam st, JP, 02130 | $2,200 | [E1855902](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1855902/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [268 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/268-chestnut-av/) | 740 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Demolition and rebuild of existing wing for the purpose of adding a new bathroom to the dwelling. New foundation for the wing, new plumbing, new electrical. | $140,378 | [ALT1786384](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1786384/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [188 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/188-chestnut-av/) | 610 ft N | Alteration or repair | Remove existing back porches. Rebuild new porches to same size and style. All material is pressure treated wood. | $56,000 | [SF1855474](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1855474/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [25 Burr St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-burr-st/) | 960 ft NW | Plumbing | Reconnection of gas to (2) replacement gas furnaces; (1) located in basement, (1) located in third floor knee wall. | $500 | [G1855102](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1855102/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [14 Hubbard St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-hubbard-st/) | 620 ft N | Alteration or repair | Rebuild front entry stairs. | $16,115 | [SF1852515](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852515/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [32 Cheshire St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-cheshire-st/) | 930 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove old and reinstall new vented skylight | $6,168 | [SF1850603](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850603/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [266-266a Amory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/266--266a-amory-st/) | 790 ft E | Plumbing | Replacement of a range | $200 | [G1848191](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1848191/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [16 Enfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-enfield-st/) | 900 ft NW | Roofing | Strip existing front porch and main roof and install new asphalt shingles | $20,050 | [SF1847062](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847062/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 46 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [6-22 Bismarck St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6--22-bismarck-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Electrical | Install line voltage wiring for Studio G interior fitout | $85,000 | [E1905776](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1905776/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [6-22 Bismarck St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6--22-bismarck-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Electrical | provide low voltage control wiring for daikin VRF system, MUA units, ERV and gas detection system | $10,000 | [ELV1902939](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1902939/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [142 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/142-chestnut-av/) | 0.23 mi N | Electrical | Replace meter bank with new 3 gang meter bank | $10,000 | [E1864128](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864128/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [43 Spring Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-spring-park-av/) | 0.20 mi NW | Roofing | Strip and install a new roof on the rear mansard roof only. | $12,540 | [SF1901697](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901697/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [30 Adelaide St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-adelaide-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Plumbing | Gas furnace replacement | $3,000 | [G1850210](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1850210/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [6-22 Bismarck St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6--22-bismarck-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Plumbing | Install new gas lines to feed (3) RTU | $10,000 | [G1900399](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1900399/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [14-16 Adelaide St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14--16-adelaide-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | N/R confirm occupancy of existing 2 family. | Not listed | [ALT1844135](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1844135/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [21 Brookside Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/21-brookside-av/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | Installation for outdoor sauna | $4,000 | [E1900789](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900789/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [6-22 Bismarck St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6--22-bismarck-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | The work includes minimal new partitioning to enlarge the break room, add a 4th floor conference room and storage rooms, new paint, carpet, lighting, and required power. | $314,172 | [SF1897512](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897512/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [6-22 Bismarck St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6--22-bismarck-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Fire systems | Installation of new fire alarm devices per renovation of space on 1st and 2nd Floor | $10,000 | [EFA1891797](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1891797/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [6-22 Bismarck St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6--22-bismarck-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Electrical | 2 floors of office space renovation - new lighting and power installation, 50 outlets, 100 light fixtures | $75,000 | [E1890756](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1890756/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [30 Adelaide St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-adelaide-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Roofing | remove 7 square are of existing shingles.Waterproof sheathing before new install.install new 7 square primed shingles.Replace window trims and sills if necessary.Clean up | $18,250 | [SF1879787](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879787/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [288 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/288-chestnut-av/) | 0.20 mi SW | Alteration or repair | remove existing staircase and rebuild according to plans | $35,800 | [SF1889183](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889183/) |
| Aug 16, 2026 | [8 Jess St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-jess-st/) | 0.19 mi E | Electrical | remove remount meter, reconnect 4 lights, 1 outlet in conjunction with siding job | $900 | [E1887922](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1887922/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [294 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/294-chestnut-av/) | 0.21 mi SW | Plumbing | gas dryer replacement | $250 | [G1885613](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1885613/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [62-76 Cornwall St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/62--76-cornwall-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Plumbing | replace existing tub shower valve and drain with new shower valve and drain | $1,895 | [PL1887014](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1887014/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [8 Jess St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-jess-st/) | 0.19 mi E | Roofing | Strip 2 layers vinyl siding, install 21 sq vinyl siding, strip one layer asphalt shingles, install 24 sq asphalt shingles | $53,526 | [SF1882899](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882899/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [20 Porter St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-porter-st/) | 0.21 mi E | Alteration or repair | Insulation + Air Sealing | $1,200 | [SF1874065](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874065/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [106 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/106-rockview-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Plumbing | Tank Type Water Heater (Gas) Install replacement | $500 | [PL1873950](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1873950/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [106 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/106-rockview-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Plumbing | Tank Type Water Heater (Gas) Install | $1,000 | [G1873941](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1873941/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [6-22 Bismarck St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6--22-bismarck-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Fire systems | Installation of temp heats as part of sprinkler impairment | $6,500 | [EFA1874532](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1874532/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [49 Saint John St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-saint-john-st/) | 0.23 mi SW | Plumbing | install gas stove | $500 | [G1871345](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1871345/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [6-22 Bismarck St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6--22-bismarck-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Plumbing | Install new underground & above ground plumbing for new tenant. | $150,000 | [PL1879099](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1879099/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [52 Robinwood Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-robinwood-av/) | 0.23 mi NW | Roofing | Apply shingle roof repair soffits and gutters | $3,000 | [SF1877212](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877212/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [11 Enfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-enfield-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Alteration or repair | To confirm occupancy for existing single family home. | Not listed | [ALT1867199](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1867199/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [82 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/82-green-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Repair water-damaged Unit 001, including drywall, insulation, kitchen cabinets, flooring. | $90,090 | [SF1874689](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874689/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [10 Brookside Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-brookside-av/) | 0.25 mi E | Plumbing | Replace heating boiler | $5,000 | [G1873021](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1873021/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [10 Brookside Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-brookside-av/) | 0.25 mi E | Plumbing | replace heating boiler | $5,000 | [PL1873023](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1873023/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [74-76 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/74--76-green-st/) | 0.25 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Demolition of the existing electrical wiring upstairs of the building | $1,000 | [E1871190](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1871190/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [142 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/142-chestnut-av/) | 0.23 mi N | Electrical | Full re-wire of the first floor and Basement | $20,000 | [E1864125](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864125/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [6-22 Bismarck St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6--22-bismarck-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Interior fit out of 1st &; 2nd floor of multi-tenant building to the office and light manufacturing areas. | $900,000 | [ALT1847439](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1847439/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [11 Enfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-enfield-st/) | 0.19 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Install 5 windows for replacement. No structural changes. | $16,337 | [SF1859765](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859765/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [48 Boylston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48-boylston-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Plumbing | Install 6 new gas meters outside after national grid upgrade the gas line | $6,000 | [G1864870](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1864870/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [156 Boylston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/156-boylston-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Insulating ext walls with blown in insulation | $4,393 | [SF1861110](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861110/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [49 Parley Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-parley-av/) | 0.21 mi W | Fire systems | Install new addressable fire alarm system per engineered drawings. | $75,000 | [EFA1837532](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1837532/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [89 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/89-rockview-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Electrical | rewire partial 3rd floor unit including, living room, dinnig room, 2 bedroons, bathroom and partial on kitchen. | $15,000 | [E1860540](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860540/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [74-76 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/74--76-green-st/) | 0.25 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Labor-only contract for recoding studio renovation: Remove carpet, shelving, studio floor platform and select non-bearing partition walls. Install new commercial-grade vinyl flooring throughout. Install/patch wallboard as needed. Install 2 new doors, baseboards, replace drop ceiling tile, paint. | $21,000 | [SF1860063](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860063/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [10 Marmion St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-marmion-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Electrical | Service upgrade from 100a to 200a + full house re-wire | $25,000 | [E1860059](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1860059/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [49 Parley Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-parley-av/) | 0.21 mi W | Fire systems | Replace existing fire alarm system with an addressable fire alarm system throughout building. Installation per engineered drawings. | $75,000 | [ALT1837827](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1837827/) |
| Jun 6, 2026 | [226 Amory St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/226-amory-st/) | 0.22 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Tighten up existing deck throughout. Re-nail boards throughout entire deck. Replace third floor flooring and handrail system. Replace set of stairs from second to third floor, to same footprint as existing. Add balusters where needed. | $24,000 | [SF1856352](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856352/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [294 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/294-chestnut-av/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Strip exterior existing siding and install Certainteed Monogram vinyl siding w/ New gutters and trim | $71,437 | [SF1856238](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856238/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [154 Boylston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/154-boylston-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | we are insulating the walls of the home with cellulose | $8,902 | [SF1852893](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1852893/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [43 Boylston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-boylston-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Alteration or repair | N/R - Confirming occupancy of existing 2 Family home | Not listed | [ALT1829483](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1829483/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [82 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/82-green-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Water damage basement unit. Replace panel and wiring that got wet in Unit 001. During emergency, make safe and hook up temp. lights and power. Areas that got wet kitchen wall, ceiling and panel. | $7,500 | [E1849250](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1849250/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [6-22 Bismarck St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6--22-bismarck-st/) | 0.23 mi E | Roofing | Roof replacement & various masonry/siding repairs/replacement. | $1,000,000 | [SF1844227](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844227/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [89 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/89-rockview-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Replace rubber roof, partial siding and up to 12 windows | $150,000 | [SF1845489](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845489/) |

## 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 |  | 3 Lawndale Te | 350 ft SE | Zoning appeal: "3 Lawndale Terrace, a 2-family on 5,017 sqft, will be gut-renovated with a 2,500 sqft…" | [BOA1785571](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Community Process" | 2025-10-03 |

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-09 23:15 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, 19:47 UTC.

Map, all 4 permits at this address and 103 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-chestnut-sq/
