# Building permits at 39 Saint John St, Boston, MA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: an $11M project at 19-27 Pond St, permitted Jun 1.

One permit here in the last two years. The newest, Oct 15, 2025: Perform misc. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 96 more permits (94 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2025 | Roofing | Perform misc. repairs at valleys/eaves to stop active leaks. Install new membrane roofing at flat bay. | $21,100 | [SF1786488](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1786488/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

96 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 29, 2026 | [49 Saint John St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-saint-john-st/) | 160 ft SE | Plumbing | install gas stove | $500 | [G1871345](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1871345/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [89 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/89-rockview-st/) | 250 ft E | 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/) |
| May 18, 2026 | [35 Saint John St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-saint-john-st/) | 110 ft NW | Plumbing | Install two 60,000 BTU gas furnaces to replace existing. | $22,250 | [G1850134](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1850134/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [89 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/89-rockview-st/) | 250 ft E | Alteration or repair | Replace rubber roof, partial siding and up to 12 windows | $150,000 | [SF1845489](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845489/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 51 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [70a-70b Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/70a--70b-rockview-st/) | 450 ft E | Alteration or repair | Bathroom renovation | $24,000 | [SF1907050](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1907050/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [580 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/580-centre-st/) | 980 ft NW | Electrical | Bathrom renovation, install a new exhaust fan/light, vanity light, bathroom light, gfci and 3 switches | $2,000 | [E1905096](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1905096/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [44 Starr Ln](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-starr-ln/) | 430 ft S | Plumbing | water heater replacement | $500 | [PL1904142](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1904142/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [44 Starr Ln](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/44-starr-ln/) | 430 ft S | Plumbing | Water Heater Replacement | $500 | [G1904157](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1904157/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [27 Parley Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/27-parley-av/) | 430 ft N | Alteration or repair | Bathroom Renovation remove all fixtures and replace and same location Tile Tub surround in Flooring | $22,200 | [SF1904033](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1904033/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [9-11 Pond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9--11-pond-st/) | 940 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Mass save Insulation and air sealing. No structural changes. No dumpster needed. | $14,000 | [SF1899176](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1899176/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [580 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/580-centre-st/) | 980 ft NW | Plumbing | Renew bathroom. | $4,500 | [PL1901516](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1901516/) |
| Sep 14, 2026 | [580 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/580-centre-st/) | 980 ft NW | Alteration or repair | Bathroom Renovation - 2nd floor | $28,179 | [SF1900880](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1900880/) |
| Sep 10, 2026 | [28-34 Seaverns Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/28--34-seaverns-av/) | 520 ft S | Electrical | Installation and wiring of replacement system into Unit #5's existing ductwork consisting of two condensers and two air handlers. | $8,724 | [E1896232](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1896232/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [95 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/95-green-st/) | 980 ft SE | Roofing | Installation of a new 60mil EPDM roof on the entire flat roof on the rear section of the building only. | $28,000 | [SF1894907](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894907/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [663-671 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/663--671-centre-st/) | 800 ft W | Sign | Replace store sign with the same size but different design | $2,000 | [SF1895682](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1895682/) |
| Aug 26, 2026 | [243 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/243-chestnut-av/) | 880 ft E | Alteration or repair | Complete existing bathroom renovation at 243B Chestnut Ave | $72,300 | [SF1894770](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1894770/) |
| Aug 24, 2026 | [3 Saint John St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3-saint-john-st/) | 600 ft W | Roofing | strip and install a new roof | $28,231 | [SF1890037](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1890037/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [606-610 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/606--610-centre-st/) | 750 ft NW | Electrical | For new service, Eversource will run 3 set of 4 awg from men hole to the t box in 606 Centre St basement for 400 amp and feed 4 meter gang. | $2,500 | [E1861617](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1861617/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [295-297 Lamartine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/295--297-lamartine-st/) | 970 ft E | 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 18, 2026 | [288 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/288-chestnut-av/) | 550 ft SE | Alteration or repair | remove existing staircase and rebuild according to plans | $35,800 | [SF1889183](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889183/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [294 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/294-chestnut-av/) | 540 ft SE | Plumbing | gas dryer replacement | $250 | [G1885613](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1885613/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [23-25 Starr Ln](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23--25-starr-ln/) | 520 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Replace rear decking and built in sitting area. Replace decking on two step stair and rail with Garapa Iron Wood. | $8,900 | [SF1883495](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1883495/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [40 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/40-rockview-st/) | 850 ft NE | 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 | [632-638 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/632--638-centre-st/) | 610 ft W | Plumbing | Remodeling 1st Floor: Lavatory sink, 1 Shampoo sink Commerical space. | $1,800 | [PL1880712](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1880712/) |
| Jul 31, 2026 | [106 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/106-rockview-st/) | 270 ft SE | 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/) | 270 ft SE | Plumbing | Tank Type Water Heater (Gas) Install | $1,000 | [G1873941](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1873941/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [9 Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-myrtle-st/) | 980 ft W | Alteration or repair | Convert existing basement space for Unit 2. Reconfigure two-family space, and build kitchen additions and Window Wells/bulkheads. Home owner waiver | $140,000 | [ALT1860222](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1860222/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [2 Park Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-park-pl/) | 890 ft W | Solar | Rooftop solar 35 panels 14.35 kwdc 15kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall no structural | $22,632 | [SF1864925](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1864925/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [82 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/82-green-st/) | 850 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Repair water-damaged Unit 001, including drywall, insulation, kitchen cabinets, flooring. | $90,090 | [SF1874689](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1874689/) |
| Jul 16, 2026 | [4 Park Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-park-pl/) | 920 ft W | Plumbing | Install a Bradford White 50 gallon atmospheric vent gas water heater | Not listed | [G1872938](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1872938/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [56 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/56-rockview-st/) | 640 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Weatherization - Air-sealing, blown-in insulation. | $6,836 | [SF1870810](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1870810/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [74-76 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/74--76-green-st/) | 730 ft SE | 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 | [632-638 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/632--638-centre-st/) | 610 ft W | Electrical | Adding recessed lights, track lights and outlets for a barbershop | $5,800 | [E1870762](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1870762/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [9-11 Seaverns Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9--11-seaverns-av/) | 750 ft SW | Plumbing | Double check back flow preventer | $2,250 | [PL1867687](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1867687/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [632-638 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/632--638-centre-st/) | 610 ft W | Electrical | Electrical lights added in store place At 638 Centre st for smoke shop | $2,000 | [E1867516](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1867516/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [602r Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/602r-centre-st/) | 720 ft NW | Plumbing | water heater replacement @ 602 centre (house behind) | $650 | [PL1863992](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1863992/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [602r Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/602r-centre-st/) | 720 ft NW | Plumbing | water heater replacement @ 602 Centre (house in back) | $650 | [G1863989](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1863989/) |
| Jun 26, 2026 | [2 Park Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-park-pl/) | 890 ft W | Solar | Rooftop solar 35 panels 14.35 kwdc 15kw energy storage system to be installed on exterior wall | $75,768 | [E1864929](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1864929/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [49 Parley Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-parley-av/) | 260 ft NE | Fire systems | Install new addressable fire alarm system per engineered drawings. | $75,000 | [EFA1837532](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1837532/) |
| Jun 11, 2026 | [74-76 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/74--76-green-st/) | 730 ft SE | 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 | [14 Grovenor Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/14-grovenor-rd/) | 930 ft W | Alteration or repair | Mass Save Insulation & Air Sealing. No Structural Changes. | $13,863 | [SF1856575](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1856575/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [9 Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-myrtle-st/) | 980 ft W | Alteration or repair | To demo closet/wall and add a new bathroom on the second floor | $10,000 | [SF1859788](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859788/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [49 Parley Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-parley-av/) | 260 ft NE | 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 9, 2026 | [609 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/609-centre-st/) | 840 ft NW | Plumbing | remove existing Tank Type Water Heater (Gas) and replace with a new Tank Type Water Heater (Gas) - 609 Centre Street #3 Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 USA | $1,000 | [G1855593](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1855593/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [609 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/609-centre-st/) | 840 ft NW | Plumbing | Remove existing Tank Type Water Heater (Gas) and replace with a new Tank Type Water Heater (Gas) - 609 Centre Street #3 Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 USA | $500 | [PL1855599](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1855599/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [15-17 Grovenor Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--17-grovenor-rd/) | 950 ft NW | Roofing | strip existing rubber roofing. Install new fiber board. Install commercial grade.060 gauge rubber membrane. C6 drip edge on perimeter of roof. | $30,000 | [SF1846534](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1846534/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [294 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/294-chestnut-av/) | 540 ft SE | 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/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [268 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/268-chestnut-av/) | 730 ft E | 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 22, 2026 | [11 Revere St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-revere-st/) | 880 ft S | Electrical | replacing meter bank in basement | $12,000 | [E1852432](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1852432/) |
| May 22, 2026 | [11 Revere St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-revere-st/) | 880 ft S | Electrical | work is only being done in unit 6 and this consist of replacing the in unit panel, adding recessed lighting and undercabinet lighting in the kitchen. | $8,000 | [E1850377](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1850377/) |
| May 20, 2026 | [32 Cheshire St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-cheshire-st/) | 680 ft E | Alteration or repair | Remove old and reinstall new vented skylight | $6,168 | [SF1850603](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1850603/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [82 Green St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/82-green-st/) | 850 ft SE | 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 5, 2026 | [4 Maple Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/4-maple-pl/) | 770 ft SW | Electrical | 200 amp service upgrade 2 heat pump condensers 1 water heater | $5,000 | [E1845546](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1845546/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [48-50 Seaverns Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48--50-seaverns-av/) | 530 ft S | Plumbing | water heater @ #50 | $650 | [PL1844509](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1844509/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [48-50 Seaverns Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/48--50-seaverns-av/) | 530 ft S | Plumbing | water heater replacement @ #50 | $650 | [G1844498](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1844498/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 41 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | [285 Lamartine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/285-lamartine-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | install car charger at public panel | $3,175 | [E1906110](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1906110/) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | [36 Robinwood Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-robinwood-av/) | 0.21 mi N | Electrical | Warranty replacement of outdoor heat pump condenser serving Unit 1 with the same model and type in the same location. Reconnect to existing electrical circuit and disconnect. No new circuit, service change, or capacity change. | $500 | [E1905808](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1905808/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [11 Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-myrtle-st/) | 0.20 mi W | Electrical | Meter replacement for Eversource's AMI project | $2,000 | [E1904472](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1904472/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [17-19 Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17--19-thomas-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Wiring for air handler and ac | $900 | [E1902194](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1902194/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [17 Gordon St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-gordon-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Electrical | Wiring replacement for a ductless system | $1,012 | [E1903002](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1903002/) |
| Sep 21, 2026 | [43 Spring Park Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/43-spring-park-av/) | 0.21 mi N | Roofing | Strip and install a new roof on the rear mansard roof only. | $12,540 | [SF1901697](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1901697/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [17-19 Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17--19-thomas-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | wiring for furnace and condenser | $1,150 | [E1900554](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900554/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [3 Brewer St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3-brewer-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Install French Drain and sump pump, install concrete slab | $20,183 | [ALT1888981](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1888981/) |
| Sep 16, 2026 | [223 Chestnut Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/223-chestnut-av/) | 0.20 mi NE | 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 14, 2026 | [10 Roanoke Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-roanoke-av/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | Electrical installation for a exterior above ground swimming pool | $4,500 | [E1900292](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1900292/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [15 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-rockview-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | Roofing | Install new roofing shingles, install ice and water shield and drip edge | $13,500 | [SF1897984](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897984/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [36 Robinwood Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-robinwood-av/) | 0.21 mi N | Alteration or repair | replace 3 windows | $5,080 | [SF1897306](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1897306/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [17 Rockview St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17-rockview-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Roofing | Asphalt shingles replacement on the top and the window's roofs | $27,498 | [SF1889716](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1889716/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [19-21 Grovenor Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19--21-grovenor-rd/) | 0.19 mi NW | Electrical | Wiring replacement for DMS system. This is a straight equipment replacement. | $937 | [E1890491](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1890491/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [29 Pond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-pond-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Fire systems | Installation of new Fire Alarm system in Building 1 along with 120V smokes in Buildings 2,3,4 | $250,000 | [EFA1883689](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/EFA1883689/) |
| Aug 11, 2026 | [10 Roanoke Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/10-roanoke-av/) | 0.24 mi S | Pool or spa | Install An Above Ground Aluminum Pool, 12' x 24' swim area, 16' x 34' with integrated safety fence/deck dimensions.;e[Plans] filed. | $15,000 | [ALT1877951](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1877951/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [15-15r Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--15r-myrtle-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Plumbing | 2 backflow preventors on new boilers | $1,000 | [PL1882219](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1882219/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [15-15r Myrtle St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15--15r-myrtle-st/) | 0.22 mi W | Plumbing | replace 2 gas boilers | $5,000 | [G1882211](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1882211/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [304 Lamartine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/304-lamartine-st/) | 0.20 mi E | Alteration or repair | Remove and replace 4 windows; like for like size; no structural changes | $11,371 | [SF1877921](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1877921/) |
| Jul 29, 2026 | [29 Pond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-pond-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Installation of New Service, Load centers & Heat pumps | $1,100,500 | [E1879406](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1879406/) |
| Jul 23, 2026 | [52 Robinwood Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/52-robinwood-av/) | 0.20 mi N | 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/) | 0.21 mi N | Alteration or repair | To confirm occupancy for existing single family home. | Not listed | [ALT1867199](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1867199/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [267 Lamartine St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/267-lamartine-st/) | 0.24 mi E | 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/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [11 Enfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/11-enfield-st/) | 0.21 mi N | Alteration or repair | Install 5 windows for replacement. No structural changes. | $16,337 | [SF1859765](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1859765/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [17-19 Thomas St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/17--19-thomas-st/) | 0.24 mi SW | Plumbing | Furnace replacement | $8,000 | [G1866950](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/G1866950/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [19-27 Pond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19--27-pond-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Fire systems | Installation of fire alarm panel, beacon and related components at building #1 | $1,331,500 | [ALT1848273](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1848273/) |
| Jun 25, 2026 | [12 Enfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-enfield-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | 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 | [6 Goodrich Rd](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/6-goodrich-rd/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Remodel existing front porch, stair, and back decks: new framing, new composite decking, and railings. Keep the same size and location. | $31,322 | [SF1861112](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1861112/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [15 Robinwood Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/15-robinwood-av/) | 0.22 mi N | Alteration or repair | Reducing from non-conforming 3-Family down to conforming 2-Family. No work nor modi?cations needed. We have occupied the house as a two family since 2015 (We owned all three units, lived in Units 1&2, with tenants in Unit 3). We decommissioned the extra kitchen ourselves last year. | $1,000 | [ALT1827346](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1827346/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [36 Robinwood Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-robinwood-av/) | 0.21 mi N | Mechanical (HVAC) | mini split system installation (mechanical ) | $21,000 | [SF1855466](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1855466/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [29 Pond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/29-pond-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Plumbing | Plumbing connections to support a fit out | $275,000 | [PL1857856](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/PL1857856/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [12 Enfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/12-enfield-st/) | 0.21 mi NE | 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 9, 2026 | [36 Robinwood Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/36-robinwood-av/) | 0.21 mi N | Electrical | Hook Up A/C Split System, 1 outside Condenser 3 - tons and 3 - inside units, install outside GFCI outlet. Address: 36 Robinwood Ave. unit #1 | $800 | [E1858507](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1858507/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [741 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/741-centre-st/) | 0.25 mi SW | Roofing | Replace the rubber roof on 743 - 745 Centre St. | $36,300 | [SF1855867](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1855867/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [19-27 Pond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/19--27-pond-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Electrical | The work includes new geothermal and air-source mechanical systems upgrades, electrical and utility upgrades, and selected envelope upgrades including replacement of windows. | $11,430,659 | [SF1845347](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1845347/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [560-568 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/560--568-centre-st/) | 0.22 mi NW | Fire systems | This project is the "in-kind" replacement of the existing approved fire alarm system with minor upgrades to the system. Change existing sounders in each sleeping room to low-frequency Add smoke detection to rear stairwells Add Carbon-monoxide detection in mechanical and laundry room | $130,000 | [ALT1840153](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1840153/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [18 Pond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-pond-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of one condenser and one mini split head. | $5,689 | [SF1847576](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847576/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [701-703 Centre St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/701--703-centre-st/) | 0.20 mi SW | Sign | Elec app. Per BPDA approval and engineer stamped attachment plan, install 3 sf hanging sign..E01...double face, non illuminated for Chase Bank. | $3,000 | [ALT1843836](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/ALT1843836/) |
| May 11, 2026 | [18 Pond St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/18-pond-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Electrical | Installation and wiring of ductless system consisting of one condenser and one mini split head. | $1,896 | [E1847577](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847577/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [16 Enfield St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/16-enfield-st/) | 0.20 mi NE | Roofing | Strip existing front porch and main roof and install new asphalt shingles | $20,050 | [SF1847062](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/SF1847062/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [32 Robinwood Av](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/32-robinwood-av/) | 0.22 mi N | Electrical | From panel run new feeders to apt 3,4,5 and 6 and install new panels | $12,000 | [E1847074](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/permit/E1847074/) |

## 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Approved | Sep 17, 2026 | 615 to 619 Centre St | 810 ft NW | Zoning appeal; the description is on the city's appeal tracker. | [BOA1827848](https://www.boston.gov/appeal-tracker) | "ZBA Decision Finalized", decision "Approved" | 2026-03-13 |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Saint John St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [42 Saint John St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/42-saint-john-st/): newest permit Aug 12, 2025
- [35 Saint John St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/35-saint-john-st/): newest permit May 18, 2026
- [30 Saint John St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/30-saint-john-st/): newest permit Dec 1, 2025
- [49 Saint John St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/49-saint-john-st/): newest permit Jul 29, 2026
- [23 Saint John St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/23-saint-john-st/): newest permit Nov 19, 2024
- [9 Saint John St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/9-saint-john-st/): newest permit Dec 3, 2024
- [7 Saint John St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/7-saint-john-st/): newest permit Oct 22, 2024
- [3 Saint John St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/3-saint-john-st/): newest permit Aug 24, 2026
- [2 Saint John St](https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/2-saint-john-st/): newest permit Mar 20, 2026

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Source: Boston Inspectional Services Department permit data (https://data.boston.gov/dataset/approved-building-permits). Checked 2026-10-08 23:00 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 8, 17:47 UTC.

Map, the one permit at this address and 96 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/boston/address/39-saint-john-st/