# Building permits at 38 Rita Rd, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $3.4M new building at 608 Gallivan Bl, permitted Jun 23.

Three permits on record here. The newest, Aug 13: Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 62 more permits (60 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 700 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 13, 2026 | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 5.74 kw 14 panels with installation of 1 Franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $69,000 | [SF1881656](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881656/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 5.74 kw 14 panels with installation of 1 Franklin battery installed on exterior of home | $69,000 | [E1881664](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1881664/) |
| Apr 18, 2014 | Plumbing | test gas piping | $600 | [G354394](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G354394/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

62 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2026 | [29 Grayson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-grayson-st/) | 190 ft NE | Roofing | Strip and reroof 13 square. Install certainteed landmark pro shingles | $11,985 | [SF1896097](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896097/) |
| May 19, 2026 | [23 Grayson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-grayson-st/) | 240 ft N | Plumbing | replace existing tub valve only with new tub valve only | $1,500 | [PL1851068](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1851068/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 34 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [30 Rockne Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-rockne-av/) | 550 ft W | Electrical | Partial rewire of existing residence, replacing older armored/cloth wiring and associated branch circuits in portions of the first and second floors, including lighting, receptacle, bedroom, bathroom, living room and dining room circuits, with new wiring, boxes and devices as required. | $1,000 | [E1903835](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903835/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [64 Saint Brendan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64-saint-brendan-rd/) | 260 ft W | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 6.97 kw 17 panels with installation of 1 tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $67,500 | [SF1899708](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899708/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [64 Saint Brendan Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64-saint-brendan-rd/) | 260 ft W | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 6.97 kw 17 panels with installation of 1 tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home | $67,500 | [E1899714](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1899714/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [61 Rockne Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61-rockne-av/) | 890 ft SW | Electrical | wire 6 tv/ data points, 4 cameras and doorbell | $2,000 | [ELV1903127](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1903127/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [61 Rockne Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61-rockne-av/) | 890 ft SW | Fire systems | add 110v smokes and carbons as per code | $1,500 | [EFA1903122](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1903122/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [61 Rockne Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61-rockne-av/) | 890 ft SW | Electrical | rewire existing single family house, update service from 100-200amps | $20,000 | [E1903119](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903119/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [59 Rockne Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-rockne-av/) | 860 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 18 windows, like for like, same size, no structural changes | $21,200 | [SF1896766](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896766/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [559 Gallivan Bl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/559-gallivan-bl/) | 740 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. | $6,000 | [SF1897735](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897735/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [59 Rockne Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-rockne-av/) | 860 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Weatherization/Insulation. Work Scope Attached | $4,527 | [SF1864209](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864209/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [30 Rockne Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-rockne-av/) | 550 ft W | Electrical | Partial rewire consisting of removal and replacement of existing knob-and-tube and BX wiring on affected branch circuits. | $20,000 | [E1899739](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1899739/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [569 Gallivan Bl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/569-gallivan-bl/) | 600 ft NW | Roofing | Repair and update roof, install ice and water shield, install white drip edge, clean up stripped shingles and legally dump | $6,500 | [SF1899417](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899417/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [20-22 Whitridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20--22-whitridge-st/) | 530 ft S | Roofing | Strip and install a new roof. | $20,570 | [SF1894068](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894068/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [59 Rockne Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/59-rockne-av/) | 860 ft SW | Roofing | remove and replace 1100sq ft shingle roof - install new shingles. no change to structure | $13,803 | [SF1895181](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895181/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [2 Grayson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-grayson-st/) | 460 ft N | Roofing | Strip roof. Install ice and water shield and synthetic underlayer. Install architect type roofing shingles. | $29,800 | [SF1896212](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1896212/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [163 Milton St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/163-milton-st/) | 410 ft S | Alteration or repair | Seeking to subdivide the existing 6375 sf lot into two new lots. Lot A to contain 2544sf to be known as 165 Milton. Lot B to contain 3831 sf to be known as 163 Milton. Existing structure at 163 Milton to remain. Companion case filed under separate ERT. E-plans | Not listed | [ALT1255216](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1255216/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [584-586 Gallivan Bl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/584--586-gallivan-bl/) | 730 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace the existing rear deck with a new deck of the same size and footprint. The new deck, stairs, and guardrails will be constructed in accordance with the current Mass Building Code and all applicable local requirements. Work includes demolition, materials, labor, dumpster and permit. | $18,000 | [SF1880113](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880113/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [27-29 Myrtlebank Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27--29-myrtlebank-av/) | 880 ft W | Electrical | rewire first and second floor | $15,000 | [E1886489](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1886489/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [71 Myrtlebank Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/71-myrtlebank-av/) | 940 ft SW | Electrical | Remove and replace existing outdoor light fixtures-2 | $250 | [E1875417](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1875417/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [15 Crockett Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-crockett-av/) | 610 ft S | Solar | 7.040 Kwdc, roof mounted system, 16 solar panels, no battery installation | $12,806 | [SF1864797](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864797/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [15 Crockett Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-crockett-av/) | 610 ft S | Solar | 7.040 Kwdc, roof mounted system, 16 solar panels, no battery installation | $19,210 | [E1864810](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864810/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [27-29 Myrtlebank Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27--29-myrtlebank-av/) | 880 ft W | Alteration or repair | Renovate all interior rooms new finishes kitchens, bathrooms, dig down and finish basement, add full length dormers to build a full 3rd floor. | $300,000 | [ALT1772061](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1772061/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [608 Gallivan Bl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/608-gallivan-bl/) | 700 ft N | New building | The owner seeks to raze the existing 2-family structure, and erect a new 3-story, 12-unit residential building with 20 below grade parking spaces on the existing 20,000 SF lot as per the attached plans.;Demolition of existing structures under SF1734308eplan -- BOA with proviso: "Project to enter int | $3,360,000 | [ERT1600707](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ERT1600707/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [61 Rockne Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61-rockne-av/) | 890 ft SW | Addition | The homeowner seeks to erect a rear addition, to increase living space. No Change to occupancy. | $340,000 | [ALT1823553](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1823553/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [57 Hill Top St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/57-hill-top-st/) | 890 ft S | Alteration or repair | Confirm occupancy as one family - no record on file (no work to be done)NO RECORD OF OCCUPANCY:HOMEOWNER:: | Not listed | [ALT1858998](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1858998/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [61 Rockne Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61-rockne-av/) | 890 ft SW | Fence, wall or deck | The owner owner seeks an "At Risk" building permit in anticipation of approval of building permit ALT1823553. All requested permit documents have been submitted see ALT for full fee | $10,000 | [SF1858250](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1858250/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [27-29 Myrtlebank Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27--29-myrtlebank-av/) | 880 ft W | Plumbing | gas for new water heaters and stoves | $3,000 | [G1842882](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1842882/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [61 Rockne Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/61-rockne-av/) | 890 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Selective demo for engineering purposes | $10,000 | [SF1849889](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1849889/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [9 Rockne Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-rockne-av/) | 770 ft W | Electrical | 2 Mini split wiring | $2,000 | [E1852038](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1852038/) |
| May 16, 2026 | [122 Minot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/122-minot-st/) | 920 ft N | Plumbing | Move existing gas line to new range location. Install new gas range. | $2,200 | [G1847759](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1847759/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [20 Rockne Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-rockne-av/) | 630 ft W | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 7 windows, like for like, same size, no structural changes | $12,834 | [SF1847466](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847466/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [35 Cedar Grove St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-cedar-grove-st/) | 540 ft SE | Fence, wall or deck | Remove and replace existing retaining wall in kind. | $17,500 | [SF1848522](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848522/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [98 Myrtlebank Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/98-myrtlebank-av/) | 990 ft SW | Alteration or repair | insulating and air sealing attic, adding cellulose to bring R value to R49. | $3,564 | [SF1845675](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845675/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [64 Rockne Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/64-rockne-av/) | 880 ft S | Roofing | Strip and reroof 13 square. Install certainteed landmark pro shingles | $11,300 | [SF1843699](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1843699/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [608 Gallivan Bl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/608-gallivan-bl/) | 700 ft N | Plumbing | Bathrooms Kitchens Laundry Water heater Gas separator | $38,000 | [PL1845056](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1845056/) |

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

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [119-121 Minot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/119--121-minot-st/) | 0.19 mi N | Plumbing | Replacing oil boiler in basement | $5,000 | [PL1903781](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1903781/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [47 Glide St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/47-glide-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Electrical | Replace meter socket for Eversource AMI project | $2,000 | [E1895122](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1895122/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [85 Minot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-minot-st/) | 0.23 mi N | Roofing | Strip and reroof 14 SQ asphalt shingles. No structural changes. | $18,500 | [SF1902219](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1902219/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [33-35 Chelmsford St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33--35-chelmsford-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Removing asphalt in yard, demo brick wall and rebuild the brick wall - build patio under deck | $31,000 | [SF1897049](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897049/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [33-35 Chelmsford St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33--35-chelmsford-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Fence, wall or deck | Putting up a fence halfway through driveway and into the backyard and across backyard, 6 feet high | $15,000 | [SF1888105](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1888105/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [77-79 Lenoxdale Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/77--79-lenoxdale-av/) | 0.22 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Replacing stairs in basement | $1,200 | [SF1879838](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1879838/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [33-35 Chelmsford St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33--35-chelmsford-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Electrical | Reconnect power/control wiring 2 zone, ducted heat-pump/AC replacment | $1,200 | [E1874525](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874525/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [11 Sylvester Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-sylvester-rd/) | 0.25 mi NE | Plumbing | replacement of stove | $1,000 | [G1861777](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1861777/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [11 Sylvester Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-sylvester-rd/) | 0.25 mi NE | Electrical | Remodel kitchen and upgrade service | $7,000 | [E1865288](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1865288/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [9 Wenlock Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-wenlock-rd/) | 0.22 mi NE | Fire systems | wire 110v smokes and carbons as per code | $1,000 | [EFA1862315](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1862315/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [9 Wenlock Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-wenlock-rd/) | 0.22 mi NE | Plumbing | Install gas piping for tankless water heater, gas stove, (2) furnaces. | $5,000 | [G1863479](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1863479/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [11 Sylvester Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-sylvester-rd/) | 0.25 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Pending;ALT1860624 - Occupancy CommitteeKitchen remodel replace 2 windows | $60,000 | [SF1860545](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1860545/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [60 Hill Top St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/60-hill-top-st/) | 0.19 mi S | Alteration or repair | New windows and siding on the front wall of the building only | $5,000 | [SF1859182](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859182/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [9 Wenlock Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-wenlock-rd/) | 0.22 mi NE | Electrical | wire cat6 and tv points | $1,000 | [ELV1862327](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1862327/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [9 Wenlock Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-wenlock-rd/) | 0.22 mi NE | Electrical | wire new single-family house with new 200amp service | $15,000 | [E1862310](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862310/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [11 Sylvester Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-sylvester-rd/) | 0.25 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Confirming occupancy of existing single family; | Not listed | [ALT1860624](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1860624/) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | [160 Minot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160-minot-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Plumbing | Install gas range and gas combi boiler | $7,000 | [G1862136](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1862136/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [11 Sylvester Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-sylvester-rd/) | 0.25 mi NE | Plumbing | replacement of fixtures | $2,000 | [PL1861186](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1861186/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [160 Minot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160-minot-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Fire systems | Installation of low voltage Fire Alarm system with radio for Central Station monitoring. | $5,000 | [EFA1856315](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1856315/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [82 Chickatawbut St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/82-chickatawbut-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Electrical | Ductless Mini split replacement | $2,000 | [E1856989](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1856989/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [87-89 Minot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/87--89-minot-st/) | 0.22 mi N | Fence, wall or deck | Lower grade at back of garage and repair rotted siding | $500 | [SF1850869](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850869/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [160 Minot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160-minot-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | run cable and data wire | $500 | [ELV1851810](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1851810/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [160 Minot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160-minot-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Fire systems | install 120 volt hardwire smoke within the unit only | $1,200 | [EFA1851814](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1851814/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [160 Minot St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160-minot-st/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | wire basement unit, add 1- electrical meter for unit | $12,000 | [E1851808](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1851808/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [9 Wenlock Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-wenlock-rd/) | 0.22 mi NE | Plumbing | New plumbing system for single family construction | $35,000 | [PL1847255](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1847255/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [9 Wenlock Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-wenlock-rd/) | 0.22 mi NE | Electrical | install owner supplied temp service | $500 | [ETS1846638](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1846638/) |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Rita Rd with permits, nearest house number first:

- [50 Rita Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/50-rita-rd/): newest permit Oct 9, 2025

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-06 21:53 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

Map, all 3 permits at this address and 62 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/38-rita-rd/