# Building permits at 39 Harvard Av, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $2M project at 25 Harvard Av, permitted Jun 3.

Four permits on record here. The newest, Feb 10: Install 120/208 underground temporary service. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 61 more permits (58 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 10, 2026 | Electrical | Install 120/208 underground temporary service. Using existng conduit under sidewalk to Eversource vault to hand hole, from hand hole to meter, disconnect, transformer, disconnect to 200A 120/208V panel mounted on temporary wood pedestal. | $2,000 | [ETS1818702](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1818702/) |
| Oct 22, 2025 | Demolition | Removal and disposal of single story brick masonry structure to make way for new construction of a 170 unit mixed use residential building. ERT 1483589 is Building Permit for new construction.Dig Safe#20253601231 | $24,500 | [SF1790596](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1790596/) |
| Aug 9, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Combining 39 Harvard Ave with 31 Harvard Avenue, 25 Harvard Ave, and 16 Thor Terrace (aka 410R Cambridge St) to create one lot known as 33-39 Harvard Avenue in connection with ERT1483589.Approval on conjunction of ERT1482589 | Not listed | [ALT1492843](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1492843/) |
| Nov 19, 2018 | Demolition | Removal of concrete slab on grade | $236,148 | [SF900629](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF900629/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 4 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 2026 | [25 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-harvard-av/) | 180 ft N | Electrical | We are a subcontractor for Atlantis Comfort Systems. We will be pulling wire, installing and terminating some devices. | $25,000 | [ELV1897280](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1897280/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [25 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-harvard-av/) | 180 ft N | Fire systems | New building construction of (170) residential units with associated fire alarm, low voltage, security, and electrical systems. | $2,000,000 | [EFA1857545](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1857545/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [25 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-harvard-av/) | 180 ft N | Electrical | New building construction of (170) residential units with associated fire alarm, low voltage, security, and electrical systems. New service is brought in from Eversource. | $2,000,000 | [E1857396](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1857396/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [67 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-harvard-av/) | 170 ft SE | Roofing | Strip and re roof with 060 Mil TPO single ply membrane ( White ). | $110,000 | [SF1846923](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846923/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 35 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [373-391 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/373--391-cambridge-st/) | 430 ft N | Plumbing | Demo 387 cambridge st mg spa basement 1 full bath and 5 shampoo chairs. | $3,000 | [PL1906853](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1906853/) |
| Oct 5, 2026 | [39 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-linden-st/) | 610 ft E | Plumbing | Bathroom remodel | $2,800 | [PL1904686](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1904686/) |
| Oct 1, 2026 | [157-171 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/157--171-brighton-av/) | 380 ft S | Electrical | Mayor's office event requiring generator | $500 | [ETS1906310](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ETS1906310/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [2 Emery Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-emery-rd/) | 900 ft W | Grading | Performance of one (1) environmental soil boring, finished as a groundwater monitoring well. | $3,500 | [SF1904676](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904676/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [15 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-linden-st/) | 600 ft NE | Alteration or repair | 15 A linden st unit B allston ma 02134 renovation of kitchen area with new cabinet | $15,000 | [SF1900509](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900509/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [178 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/178-brighton-av/) | 540 ft S | Plumbing | bathroom reno, replace a shower valve a toilet a dishwasher and a kitchen sink | $3,000 | [PL1901975](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1901975/) |
| Sep 15, 2026 | [164-174 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/164--174-brighton-av/) | 530 ft S | Electrical | Replaced a bad panel | $2,000 | [E1901449](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1901449/) |
| Sep 6, 2026 | [178 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/178-brighton-av/) | 540 ft S | Electrical | Kitchen renovation and bathroom renovation. | $9,200 | [E1894968](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1894968/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [417-433 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/417--433-cambridge-st/) | 440 ft NW | Sign | Install a new channel letters with panel to the wall. | $7,600 | [ALT1880261](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1880261/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [178 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/178-brighton-av/) | 540 ft S | Alteration or repair | Moving Non structural wall 18". ADD LVLs to support roof structure above and add headers, Extending lower dropped ceiling to expand kitchen remodel. All sink oven and dishwasher remain in same locations | $39,644 | [ALT1840668](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1840668/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [128-136 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/128--136-harvard-av/) | 860 ft S | Sign | Existing double side light box refacing only. | $1,634 | [ALT1838299](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1838299/) |
| Jul 27, 2026 | [417-433 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/417--433-cambridge-st/) | 440 ft NW | Electrical | 3x 110v circuit 1x 220v circuit for kitchen and new host stand | $3,000 | [E1874679](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1874679/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [108-114 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108--114-brighton-av/) | 900 ft SE | Sign | install a new channel letter sign with panel to the wall. | $3,200 | [ALT1871794](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1871794/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [11-17 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11--17-harvard-av/) | 280 ft N | Sign | Installation of (1) non-illuminated blade sign to read "MIC Massachusetts Immigrant Collaborative" | $5,528 | [ALT1868500](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1868500/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [217a-229 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/217a--229-brighton-av/) | 760 ft W | Sign | NAPA Auto Parts Signage - Re-face existing wedge shaped door sign on south elevation (fronting Brighton Ave); Install (1) internally illuminated sign cabinet to west elevation (fronting Craftsman St); Install (1) set of face-lit channel letters to east elevation [eFile] | $8,769 | [ALT1868068](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1868068/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [122-124 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/122--124-brighton-av/) | 800 ft SE | Electrical | adding a 40 amp circuit from a mini split system. adding a disconnect on the roof next to the new condenser. also adding a new 20 amp service plug | $3,000 | [E1870580](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870580/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [140-144 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/140--144-harvard-av/) | 950 ft S | Fire systems | Install additional smoke detectors and horn strobes connected to existing fire alarm panel and circuits | $15,000 | [EFA1867942](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1867942/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [180-190a Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/180--190a-brighton-av/) | 570 ft SW | Plumbing | Connection of new Combi Oven in Saloniki Greek Restaurant Space | $8,000 | [PL1866968](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1866968/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [180-190a Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/180--190a-brighton-av/) | 570 ft SW | Plumbing | Connection of new Combi oven in Saloniki Greek Restaurant space | $7,000 | [G1866972](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1866972/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [180-190a Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/180--190a-brighton-av/) | 570 ft SW | Sign | Installation of (1) illuminated wall sign to read "Saloniki Greek" and (1) illuminated blade sign to read "Saloniki Greek" | $11,765 | [ALT1864806](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1864806/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [417-433 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/417--433-cambridge-st/) | 440 ft NW | Alteration or repair | expanding kichen per to plan, new cashier counter, partial electric upgrades and cosmetic finishes per to design and floor plan. | $31,800 | [SF1865268](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1865268/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [128 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/128-brighton-av/) | 750 ft SE | Sign | Existing light box refacing only | $2,000 | [ALT1846162](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1846162/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [108-114 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108--114-brighton-av/) | 900 ft SE | Plumbing | Replace the Chinese wok Stove. | $3,000 | [PL1864370](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1864370/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [108-114 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108--114-brighton-av/) | 900 ft SE | Plumbing | Replace the Chinese wok stove. | $4,000 | [G1864365](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1864365/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [140-144 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/140--144-harvard-av/) | 950 ft S | Plumbing | Remodeling. Commercial. 1st Floor: 1 kitchen sink, 1 hand sink, 1 3 bay sink, 1 dishwasher, 2 ice makers, 2 toilets, 2 lavatories, and 1 mop sink. | $11,000 | [PL1863908](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1863908/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [116-120 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/116--120-brighton-av/) | 870 ft SE | Electrical | running 8 speaker in the front dinning area. adding 30 camera and 15 cat6 internet drop | $8,000 | [ELV1862546](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ELV1862546/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [108-114 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/108--114-brighton-av/) | 900 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Remove part of the counter, install a partition wall, and replace the Chinese Cooking Stove. | $15,000 | [SF1857686](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1857686/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [140-144 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/140--144-harvard-av/) | 950 ft S | Electrical | Install 25 receptacles,5 refrigerator, 1 dishwasher, 1 mixer,1 coffee machine,47 recessed lights and 1 double oven. | $11,000 | [E1852477](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1852477/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [140-144 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/140--144-harvard-av/) | 950 ft S | Alteration or repair | New siding of the building | $8,200 | [SF1848856](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1848856/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [180-190a Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/180--190a-brighton-av/) | 570 ft SW | Sign | replace the existing wall sign with a new Metro by Tmobile set of channel letters | $3,400 | [ALT1844981](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1844981/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [140-144 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/140--144-harvard-av/) | 950 ft S | Alteration or repair | Changing of occupancy from a gaming store (Library from previous LF) to a caffee shop (No structure will be change) scoop of work;Wall framing &; demo; electrical lighting, wiring; plumbing (sinks, DW, toilets);l HVAC (Type 2 hood, heating/cooling); painting; doors &; trims; vinyl flooring; bath &;  | $120,500 | [ALT1811429](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1811429/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [128 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/128-brighton-av/) | 750 ft SE | Electrical | Wire dish washer, fridge. Install 20 recess lights | $8,000 | [E1846884](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1846884/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [24 Highgate St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/24-highgate-st/) | 440 ft NE | Alteration or repair | patching of concrete floor | $1,000 | [SF1846165](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846165/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [128 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/128-brighton-av/) | 750 ft SE | Plumbing | Renovation, 2 hand sink, 1 floor sink, 2 prep sink< and 1 9d and caping water line. | $5,000 | [PL1843572](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1843572/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [128 Brighton Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/128-brighton-av/) | 750 ft SE | Plumbing | Renovation, replace old wok with new. | $800 | [G1843574](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1843574/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 22 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [90 Braintree St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/90-braintree-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Grading | Installation of three (3) environmental borings, finished as groundwater monitoring wells. | $4,500 | [SF1904673](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904673/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [18-20 Hano St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--20-hano-st/) | 0.24 mi NW | Roofing | Replace existing EPDM Rubber membrane with brand new EPDM 60mil Rubber Membrane and aluminum drip edge | $15,400 | [SF1891304](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1891304/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [88 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/88-linden-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Plumbing | Renovation, basement 2 boiler and 1 power vent water heater. | $8,000 | [PL1901586](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1901586/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [88 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/88-linden-st/) | 0.23 mi SE | Plumbing | Renovation, basement 2 boiler and water heater. | $600,000 | [G1901593](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1901593/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [12 Adella Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-adella-pl/) | 0.22 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Install 18 jarvey replacement windows. Energy staar, inserts only with no structural work | $15,850 | [SF1899439](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899439/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [477-489 Cambridge St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/477--489-cambridge-st/) | 0.24 mi W | Fire systems | Commercial hood with fire suppression installed in Unit 483 from; Coffee shop to; take out restaurant; -; 477–489 Cambridge St. All cooking equipment (grill, fryer, stove) will be electric. No gas. Installation supervised by licensed electrician. Plans and diagrams attached | $30,000 | [ALT1830110](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1830110/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [160-162 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160--162-harvard-av/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Replace store front door and windows, flooring updates, guardrail installation around basement stair opening, painting and lighting updates and switches. outlets, Custom photo Booths. "Part of occupancy change ALT1861608" | $61,700 | [SF1881266](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1881266/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [91 Linden St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/91-linden-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Install Intellijack support system to stabilize floor joist or beams as shown wit sonotube footingsAll work to be Verified in the field by the Ward Inspector ( Approved Stamped ISD Plans Only ) | $14,500 | [ALT1880333](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1880333/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [20 Penniman Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-penniman-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Plumbing | Renovate 1 bathroom | $2,000 | [PL1882644](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1882644/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [20 Penniman Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-penniman-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Electrical | Guest bathroom and master bathroom remodel. Unit 401 4th floor. | $2,800 | [E1878116](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1878116/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [35 Allston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-allston-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Electrical | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of two condensers and five mini split heads. Service upgrade 100A > 200A to maintain amperage, UA#27386943 | $27,585 | [SF1869971](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1869971/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [35 Allston St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-allston-st/) | 0.21 mi SW | Electrical | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of two condensers and five mini split heads. Service upgrade 100A > 200A to maintain amperage, UA#27386943 | $9,195 | [E1869439](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1869439/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [160-162 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160--162-harvard-av/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | existing barber shop change to Photo studio. | $61,700 | [ALT1861608](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1861608/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [14 Park Vale Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-park-vale-av/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical | replace federal pacific panel with a circuit breaker type | $1,200 | [E1870018](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870018/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [154-158 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/154--158-harvard-av/) | 0.20 mi S | Fire systems | IN CONJUNCTION WITH PROJECT AT 156 HARVARD AVE ( ALT1651054) Modify existing fire alarm(s) to combine 2 systems into 1 within 156 Harvard Ave with remote ann-80 annuciators at entrance to both locations { replaces EFA17220446 to provide accurate new device count} | $100 | [EFA1867524](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1867524/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [160-162 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/160--162-harvard-av/) | 0.21 mi S | Electrical | changing out old meter bank that is water damage to a new single 125 amp meter bank with a new 30 space panel. adding 10 new outlet. 16 recess light. exit sign and ebu as needed | $12,000 | [E1862547](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862547/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [7-9 Reedsdale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7--9-reedsdale-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | Wire 3 bathrooms, kitchen, laundry and smoke alarm detectors. | $12,000 | [E1862093](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1862093/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [10 Royal St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-royal-st/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Insulation work as part of the MASS Save program. Doing work for both unit 1 and unit 2 | $18,000 | [SF1859344](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859344/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [7-9 Reedsdale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7--9-reedsdale-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Plumbing | First floor remodeling. Add three bathrooms. | $18,000 | [PL1858586](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1858586/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [7-9 Reedsdale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7--9-reedsdale-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Plumbing | fist floor renovation, gas stove moves a nothing side. | $800 | [G1858585](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1858585/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [7-9 Reedsdale St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7--9-reedsdale-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Alteration or repair | ;remodeling the kitchen and add three new bathrooms, change a part of the family room to a new room.NO RECORD OF OCCUPANCYHOMEOWNER:: | $55,000 | [ALT1828197](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1828197/) |
| May 27, 2026 | [20 Penniman Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/20-penniman-rd/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Bathroom renovation | $29,630 | [SF1853232](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1853232/) |

## More on this street

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

- [40 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-harvard-av/): newest permit Aug 7, 2025
- [35 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-harvard-av/): newest permit Aug 6, 2025
- [44-58 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44--58-harvard-av/): newest permit Jan 14, 2025
- [33-39 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/33--39-harvard-av/): newest permit Apr 22, 2026
- [25 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/25-harvard-av/): newest permit Sep 4, 2026
- [18-24 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18--24-harvard-av/): newest permit May 7, 2026
- [62 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/62-harvard-av/): newest permit Jul 7, 2025
- [15-17 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-harvard-av/): newest permit Sep 9, 2026
- [14 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-harvard-av/): newest permit Apr 14, 2025
- [67 Harvard Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/67-harvard-av/): newest permit May 7, 2026

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