# Building permits at 39 De Soto Rd, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $390,034 alteration or repair at 66 Edgemere Rd, permitted Sep 22.

Three permits on record here. The newest, Jun 11: Remove old 8x10 shed replace with new 10x12 shed. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 56 more permits (50 projects) since May 1. A zoning hearing Nov 10 covers 231 to 239 Grove St, 870 ft west, and 1 more address nearby.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 11, 2026 | Alteration or repair | remove old 8x10 shed replace with new 10x12 shed | $5,000 | [ALT1852114](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1852114/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | Electrical | Run power underground to new shed. Add lights and outlets. | $1,000 | [E1857838](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857838/) |
| Jun 10, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Seal transition, open 3 temporary accesses, blown in cellulose for kw gable and exterior walls. | $4,153 | [SF1724046](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1724046/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

56 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2026 | [2 Cheriton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-cheriton-rd/) | 230 ft W | Electrical | Wire a finished basement area | $3,500 | [E1904120](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904120/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [2 Cheriton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-cheriton-rd/) | 230 ft W | Alteration or repair | finish the basement to be used as tv room | $49,071 | [ALT1839919](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1839919/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [45 Edgemere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/45-edgemere-rd/) | 240 ft S | Alteration or repair | Interior non-structural renovation to existing residence. Close existing doorway, remove portion of non-load-bearing pantry wall to create open passage, construct new non-load-bearing partition wall, and install new den door. No structural, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, ESS, lift, or occupancy changes | $3,000 | [ALT1883144](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1883144/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [46 Edgemere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-edgemere-rd/) | 230 ft S | Alteration or repair | Repairs of front porch with existing dimension | $10,000 | [SF1882656](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882656/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [46 Edgemere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/46-edgemere-rd/) | 230 ft S | Alteration or repair | Replace existing exterior wall siding with new siding, includes all necessary moisture barrier, flashing and sealants | $36,863 | [SF1872146](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1872146/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 32 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [67 De Soto Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-de-soto-rd/) | 430 ft SE | Electrical | Temporarily remove and reinstall existing solar panels for roof work. | $499 | [E1908351](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1908351/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [20 De Soto Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-de-soto-rd/) | 310 ft N | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 9.02 kw 20 panels NO BATTERY STORAGE | $52,800 | [SF1882916](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882916/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [20 De Soto Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-de-soto-rd/) | 310 ft N | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 9.02 kw 20 panels NO BATTERY STORAGE | $52,800 | [E1882917](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882917/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [66 Edgemere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-edgemere-rd/) | 480 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Full interior renovation of existing 1-2 family home. New electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems; new windows, exterior doors, roofing, and siding; finished lower level; open kitchen/dining/living layout. No addition/no change in footprint. | $390,034 | [ALT1890826](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1890826/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [4 Cheriton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-cheriton-rd/) | 260 ft W | Plumbing | replacement of a range | $200 | [G1902245](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1902245/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [132 Woodley Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/132-woodley-av/) | 980 ft E | Electrical | Wiring heat pump condenser and Heat pump GFI | $1,200 | [E1901867](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901867/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [58 Overlook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/58-overlook-rd/) | 1,000 ft W | Plumbing | Tub to shower remodel with an acrylic replacement unit and prefabricated base. Replace the fixture and valve. No structural work. | $4,959 | [PL1895636](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1895636/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [66 Edgemere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-edgemere-rd/) | 480 ft SE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 10.25 kw 25 panels with installation of 2 franklin batteries installed on exterior of home | $98,100 | [SF1882230](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1882230/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [66 Edgemere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-edgemere-rd/) | 480 ft SE | Solar | Installation of roof mounted photovoltaic solar systems, 10.25 kw 25 panels with installation of 2 franklin batteries installed on exterior of home | $98,100 | [E1882235](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882235/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [65 Westmoor Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/65-westmoor-rd/) | 900 ft NE | Electrical | Install #10 AWG circuit with 30A 2-pole GFCI breaker to 60-amp AC disconnect with surge arrester sizing per manufacturer name plate. • Install a 20-amp circuit with 20A AFCI/GFCI breaker for a service receptacle with in-use weatherproof cover. | $3,000 | [E1887360](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1887360/) |
| Aug 10, 2026 | [66 Edgemere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-edgemere-rd/) | 480 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Interior demolition only. Full gut of interior finishes, partitions, and non-structural elements throughout the residence in preparation for future renovation. No exterior work, no addition. | $10,000 | [SF1883161](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1883161/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [132 Woodley Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/132-woodley-av/) | 980 ft E | Plumbing | Replacing old boiler and atmospheric water heater with a high efficiency combination boiler | $12,000 | [PL1883568](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1883568/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [132 Woodley Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/132-woodley-av/) | 980 ft E | Plumbing | Install gas line to new combination boiler | $1,500 | [G1883565](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1883565/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [132 Woodley Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/132-woodley-av/) | 980 ft E | Solar | Rooftop solar installation consisting of (14) CW 450W modules and (14) Enphase IQ8AC microinverters, 6.3 kW DC. | $5,148 | [SF1880296](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1880296/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [132 Woodley Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/132-woodley-av/) | 980 ft E | Solar | Rooftop solar installation consisting of (14) CW 450W modules and (14) Enphase IQ8AC microinverters, 6.3 kW DC. | $15,445 | [E1880302](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1880302/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [4 Ridgecrest Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-ridgecrest-dr/) | 800 ft N | Alteration or repair | Insulation + Air Sealing | $4,100 | [SF1869823](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869823/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [66 Edgemere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/66-edgemere-rd/) | 480 ft SE | Electrical | Install SPAN panel | $6,000 | [E1882102](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1882102/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [5140 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5140-washington-st/) | 440 ft NW | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $1,900 | [PL1881886](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1881886/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [5140 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5140-washington-st/) | 440 ft NW | Plumbing | Replacement of gas water heater | $1,900 | [G1881884](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1881884/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [47 Edgemere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/47-edgemere-rd/) | 290 ft S | Electrical | Service upgrade | $5,000 | [E1880561](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1880561/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [11 Cheriton Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-cheriton-rd/) | 480 ft W | Electrical | add 9 new recessed light and 3 ceiling fixture on existing switches | $2,500 | [E1870539](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870539/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [47 Edgemere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/47-edgemere-rd/) | 290 ft S | Plumbing | Sewer pipe replacement in basement Laundry hook up in basement | $8,000 | [PL1864242](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1864242/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [132 Woodley Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/132-woodley-av/) | 980 ft E | Electrical | Upgrade Electrical Service from 100AMP to 200AMP | $3,500 | [E1870454](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870454/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [8 Edgemere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-edgemere-rd/) | 270 ft NW | Solar | Pulling Utility meter socket away from house so siding can be installed. | $500 | [E1862959](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862959/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [20-28 Ridgecrest Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20--28-ridgecrest-te/) | 540 ft NE | Electrical | 26 Ridgecrest Terrace, Unit 14 Install plug for washer and dryer in closet | $1,500 | [E1863460](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1863460/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [15-39 Ridgecrest Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--39-ridgecrest-te/) | 390 ft N | Plumbing | We work address 26 Ridgecrest Terrace West Roxbury, apartment #14 | $1,500 | [PL1862082](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1862082/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [152 Woodley Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/152-woodley-av/) | 870 ft E | Plumbing | Replace second floor lavatory, toilet and baseboard in bathroom. | $2,000 | [PL1856790](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1856790/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [15-19 Ridgecrest Te](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--19-ridgecrest-te/) | 570 ft N | Alteration or repair | 26 Ridgecrest Terrace Unit 14 - add washer and dryer to closet, interior work only. | $8,000 | [SF1850256](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850256/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [100 Running Brook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100-running-brook-rd/) | 810 ft NE | Other | replacing kitchen counter, polishing wood floor, new tiles in bathroom, update appliances | $4,500 | [SF1853565](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853565/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [115 Westmoor Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/115-westmoor-rd/) | 500 ft E | Electrical | Installation of 1 Tesla powerwall3 battery installed on exterior of home 13.5KWH | $10,000 | [SF1835210](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1835210/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [8 Edgemere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/8-edgemere-rd/) | 270 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Siding replacement - Remove existing layers, inspect sheathing & replace if needed. Install proper underlayment, replace flashing if needed, apply new flashing tape around windows, doors and protrusions. Install new vinyl siding. | $29,979 | [SF1844177](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1844177/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [152 Woodley Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/152-woodley-av/) | 870 ft E | Plumbing | Second floor tub replacement | $1,100 | [PL1847408](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1847408/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 19 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | [100 Woodley Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100-woodley-av/) | 0.23 mi NE | Plumbing | WH Replacement | $1,000 | [PL1905128](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1905128/) |
| Oct 8, 2026 | [100 Woodley Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/100-woodley-av/) | 0.23 mi NE | Plumbing | WH Replacement | $1,000 | [G1905131](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1905131/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [5060 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5060-washington-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Electrical | To remove the existing generator and to install a new genrator instead. | $5,400 | [E1898003](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1898003/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [67 Overlook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-overlook-rd/) | 0.20 mi W | Addition | Wire new finished basement space for light and power. | $5,500 | [E1899644](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1899644/) |
| Sep 3, 2026 | [85 Woodley Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/85-woodley-av/) | 0.23 mi NE | Plumbing | Boiler replacement | $5,000 | [PL1896953](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1896953/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [5060 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5060-washington-st/) | 0.24 mi N | Plumbing | Replace gas line to generator | $1,500 | [G1894627](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1894627/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [67 Overlook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-overlook-rd/) | 0.20 mi W | Plumbing | Full bathroom in basement | $5,000 | [PL1890332](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1890332/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [67 Overlook Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-overlook-rd/) | 0.20 mi W | Alteration or repair | Remodel exsisting basement including bathroom installation lvt flooring drywall and electrical | $139,000 | [ALT1867116](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1867116/) |
| Jul 30, 2026 | [5 Cedarcrest Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-cedarcrest-rd/) | 0.24 mi NE | Solar | 9 Modules-roof mounted - 3.915 kwdc | $44,789 | [SF1870673](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870673/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [5 Cedarcrest Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5-cedarcrest-rd/) | 0.24 mi NE | Solar | 9 Modules-roof mounted - 3.915 kwdc | $44,789 | [E1870684](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870684/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [30 Rockingham Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-rockingham-av/) | 0.25 mi NW | Electrical | Apartment #309. Installed new 20 ampere, 240 volt, circuit from left side of living room to the right side. All wiring in surface metal raceway and installed on A.F.C.I, two pole circuit breaker. | $900 | [E1877100](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1877100/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [98 Edgemere Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/98-edgemere-rd/) | 0.19 mi SE | Roofing | remove and replace 11sq aspahlt roofing 1 sq siding cheek wall + replace 1 exsisitng Fixed Skylight | $11,069 | [SF1870314](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870314/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [5230 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5230-washington-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Remove back staircase and replace it with an extension to the other part of the building to provide an second means of egress. THE ORIGINAL ALT1741323 job description is to build out 2 residential apartments from existing office space on the second floor. [ePlans] | $25,000 | [A1850076](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/A1850076/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [106 De Soto Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/106-de-soto-rd/) | 0.20 mi SE | Fence, wall or deck | Remove 60 ft of existing fence in rear of prop and replace with 6ft high vinyl | $3,330 | [SF1857245](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857245/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [24 Stimson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-stimson-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Electrical | New electrical wiring for a 14 unit new construction building plus common spaces, new electrical service, underground work, tv data and internet. | $185,000 | [E1859330](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1859330/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [5235 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5235-washington-st/) | 0.23 mi W | Alteration or repair | Weatherization, Insulation, Air Sealing | $1,470 | [SF1847918](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847918/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [5230 Washington St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/5230-washington-st/) | 0.22 mi SW | Electrical | Unit 202 conversion from commerical space to residential. 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 800sq feet. | $15,000 | [E1851474](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1851474/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [109 De Soto Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/109-de-soto-rd/) | 0.20 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Insulation | $9,151 | [SF1766888](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1766888/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [15 Stimson St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-stimson-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Deck renovation: replace with new composted floors | $12,000 | [SF1847123](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847123/) |

## 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 10, 2026 | 231 to 239 Grove St | 870 ft W | To combine two parcels, to create 13,490 sf lot | [BOA1895742](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Scheduled" | 2026-08-28 |
| Requested | Nov 10, 2026 | 5205 Washington St | 910 ft W | To create access way, via encroachment, to ground level parking and other structural encroachments… | [BOA1895744](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Hearing Scheduled" | 2026-08-28 |
| Approved | Sep 8, 2026 | 24 Stimson St | 0.22 mi SW | To change use and occupancy of the daycare on the ground floor into an additional residential unit to total… | [BOA1848753](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "Approved" | 2026-05-12 |
| Approved | May 19, 2026 | 101 Edgemere Rd | 0.21 mi SE | To erect new two family townhouse dwelling with 2 garage parking spaces. e Filed | [BOA1805281](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "Appeal Closed", decision "AppProv" | 2025-12-10 |

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): AppProv, "approved with conditions".

## More on this street

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

- [20 De Soto Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-de-soto-rd/): newest permit Sep 22, 2026
- [63 De Soto Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/63-de-soto-rd/): newest permit Jul 3, 2025
- [67 De Soto Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-de-soto-rd/): newest permit Oct 8, 2026
- [106 De Soto Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/106-de-soto-rd/): newest permit Jun 12, 2026
- [109 De Soto Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/109-de-soto-rd/): newest permit May 21, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-12 02:43 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 11, 23:47 UTC.

Map, all 3 permits at this address and 56 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-de-soto-rd/